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lmdew

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  1. Do you have a Security system installed? Aftermarket ones can cause problems! You could have the Mechanic install some lead wires off the starter contacts that would go to a meter to check the voltage at the starter! The next time it happened you could check voltage: 1) going to the starter 2) to the starter control contacts 3) at the starter motor
  2. If you can, pull your rear struts and take the top mount along to match up the stud pattern and match it to the spring style. Yes, the Outback trailing arm mounts.
  3. Top mounts bolt spread can be different. You may have to switch tophats over.
  4. Outback or Forester struts will work. I use the trailing arm aft bolt, get and extra set, for the top strut bolt. It's about perfect. About 2" of lift. The trailing arm is the same, you need the bracket that mounts to the frame/body Nice lift and extra caring capability. I did one for a Painter and he's load 10 5 gallon buckets of paint and his compressor in the back and it would be just fine.
  5. If it's an aftermarket system, I'd remove it. Not worth the pain. Subaru Systems are good.
  6. Yep, Load Ground Power. The three items in any circuit. What is providing the ground? What work was done just before this started happening? Subaru or aftermarket radio? Good Luck, Larry
  7. There are a couple of relays in the engine compartment fuse box that control the voltage to headlights. You could pull the relay and jump the main contacts to see if they work directly. Check the fuses in there as well. Load, Ground, Power those three components make up an electrical circuit. Search Load Pro on you tube, you will find some great electrical training videos by Dan Sullivan.
  8. It would help to know the year and engine installed. Also check your radiator when it's cold. Make sure the radiator is full. Coolant loss: External leak, park one a white sheet or large cardboard piece and look for leaks Head Gasket Leaks, coolant can go into the combustion area or be pushed out of the overflow bottle by combustion gasses. Water pump, hoses, water pump, all external leaks Heater Core leak, inside the car, you'll smell it and the carpet will be wet.
  9. When it does it, I'd have a spare plug and plug wire you could hook up and see if the plug is firing. No spark - cam or crank sensor could be bad If you have spark do you have fuel, pull the intake off and put a cap or two of gas in the intake and see if it starts. If so, the MAF could be going out. Good luck, Larry
  10. Subaru and they look good. I may swap them out with spares when I have time to see if it makes a difference. Thanks for the info. Larry
  11. Deposits were hard and very heavy. Rear Plugs White and crusty Front Plugs Black and hard With the mileage at 218K and the fact that it's a DOHC, I think it's time for the 2.2 swap.
  12. I picked up a 99 Outback 2.5 DOHC. I ran but no power, I could hardly keep it running. The Timing is good, I pulled the plugs, the back 2 where heavy deposits but white in color The front 2 had heavy deposits, black as can be. With the new NGK plugs it ran a little better but still lacks power and will not idle. 218K on the car, the HG appear to be OK and the oil is good. Any chance of cleaning this out and making it a good Subaru or should I just drop my 2.2 in it and call it a day? Thanks, Larry
  13. There is no adjustment to the linkage Linkage can get sloppy, new bushings. If it's just reverse, I'd make sure the Gear Lube level is correct and drive it home. Once home, drain the gear lube, check for metal and then service with new GL. See how it goes. Used Trans is a good option. .
  14. I have a set of the HG you need to do this conversion. $20 less then costs. I got them, the box is still closed. Larry
  15. I don't know why I did think of this years ago. If you need to remove the flex plate, fly wheel, or front crank damper with the engine out it's a little difficult when you are by your self. A couple of engine changes ago, I found an easy solution, the double box end wrench, I'm using my 13mm - 15mm. Simply put a 12mm bolt into the flywheel through one end of the wrench and then turn the flywheel until the other end will drop over the long engine stud. Works going on or off to lock up the crank.
  16. I have a complete tail shaft and clutch assy. Shoot me an offer if you want it. Shipped from CO 80919 Larry
  17. Possible you have a fuel problem. Subaru Wires? Subaru Coil? Search for P0420, there is some good information and threads on it.
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