Subaru_dude

Oh didn't even realize they were free. DOH!! Yes, USE THEM.

I have iridiums in my car. They're overkill. Just get V-powers. You can only make a Legacy run so well.

He said the hatch got damaged when the previous owner backed it into a garage with bikes mounted on the rear. UPDATE: I just got a call from the guy and he said it's sold. This guy also does hydrogen power retrofit kits to Subarus too. I'm wondering if all these Subarus I've been seeing around are hydrogen hybrids (look for my thread in Off Topic).

I'm driving a 1993 Subaru Impreza wagon 2wd 5spd but I could use some more room in the boot. It's a chore to cram 3 people's worth of camping gear in it. Not to mention it's kind of difficult to sleep in the back which is what I prefer to do when camping. So I ran across a '96 Outback 5spd (EJ22) red with white hatch. Pretty good shape, just one dent on passenger side rear and some other very small dings. 115,000 miles with new timing belt and water pump. $3000 (seems a little high to me...) The Impreza gets 30mpg even if I drive it pretty hard. If I go easy on it I get 35-36mpg. What should I expect out of the Outback? I'm willing to take a small cut in mileage (2-3mpg) for the extra clearance, AWD and much needed room. Do you guys think this is a fair price for a low mileage EJ22 powered Outback?

You're right, it is WAY too much... but I just can't find any 2wd transmissions ANYWHERE. ESPECIALLY the junkyard. All the Soobs at the pull-a-part have at least 180,000 miles and are AWD (last time I checked), looking for a very low mileage replacement.

Removed from a wrecked Impreza in '93 (or so I'm told). 5 speed FWD transmission. Does it hurt the syncros to just sit for so long? She said it's always had grease in it... Is it ok to buy? She wants $250 which is really high, but I can't find a low mileage transmission anywhere. She's apparently sitting on ALOT of EJ series parts. Her dad was a Soob guy and collected anything he could get his hands on.

Nissan X-terra seems like a very good choice to me. I saw a news program that tested roof strength of newer SUVs (used this huge hydraulic press to "crush" the edge of the roof) and the X-terra was built the strongest. So in the event of a rollover you can bet she'll be alright.

Oooooohhh... ok I thought that because it was in neutral it was COMPLETELY disengaged but I guess I was wrong. Thanks for clearing that up!! OK another question. I noticed that the front left wheel wasn't turning (should have mentioned that in first post), only the right front was. So once the car was off I grabbed the left front to turn it and it feels difficult to turn. I JUST put a new axle in on this side, does it take time for the axle to grease itself internally? Or maybe my brakes are dragging?

So I got the car jacked up, sitting in neutral running. And the wheels are turning . WTF??? It's in neutral so what gives? Did a quick search and found pretty much every problem but mine. If I push the clutch in slightly, they stop turning. Tried adjusting the clutch cable, maybe I didn't adjust it enough?

Heck yeah I feel ya. Subarus are the only things I've ever wrenched on, but after replacing a water pump in my sister's Honda Civic I can assure you they'll be the ONLY things I work on!! Glad to see somebody so stoked about their Soob.

During winter when I usually let it warm up a few minutes before I drive, I get right at 30 on straight gas. During the summer I MIGHT hit 36 if I drive it easy. I got 41 in my '89 GL once, it was quite a bit better on gas than the Impreza. This car has definitely seen it's share of high RPM action. It seems to love it. How many miles on that transmission? And is it a straight swap? Have any clue if the gearing is the same as the Imprezas? Someone in NC has one and that's quite a bit closer to me but it really depends on the mileage.

1993 Impreza 2wd 5spd EJ18. 235,000 miles original engine and transnmission. A few ?'s... I replaced my thermostat O-ring today and applied some sealant to stop a leak that was at the housing (my fault for not doing it right the first time). Pulled it up on some ramps, drained the coolant and replaced the ring, filled it with coolant as much as I could and then started it and let it run at full temp for about 15 minutes or so keeping an eye on the temp gauge. Added coolant, some bubbles came out, added coolant, some bubbles... ya know, the usual cooling system bleeding. Finally it seemingly stopped and I put the cap on and added coolant to the overflow. Now my cooling fans stay on alot more than they used to. They stayed on pretty much all day today despite it being fairly cool. Did I bump something? Could it overheat without showing up on the gauge? I kept an eagle-eye on the temp gauge and it didn't budge, nor has it ever. 2nd Queston: While standing outside of the car I heard a loud, high pitched screeching noise. Seemed to be coming from the bellhousing. I pressed on the clutch pedal and it stopped for a few seconds and then came back again. So I just TOUCHED the pedal and it stopped for a few seconds. Revving the engine also stopped the noise. But at idle when the engine is warm it can be heard from the outside, but not from in the cabin. The throwout bearing only makes noise when the clutch is released, correct? I will be posting this in the WTB section as well as here. Does anybody have a low mileage 2wd 5spd Impreza transmission for sale? The last time I drained the diff grease it looked like somebody threw a confetti party inside my transmission.

I think the framed doors is a good idea, although all my GLs were actually very quiet. I was very suprised at how noisy my Impreza was when I first drove it. I don't know what I want more, a diesel Impreza or a diesel Forester. I can only imagine the fuel mileage the Impreza would be capable of with a diesel . They seem to be breaking new ground now that they're paired up with Toyota. Don't remember them trying new things like this when they were partially owned by GM... other than Chevrolet badged Subarus in other countries.

Wow youv'e got an awesome lineup of Soobies going! I can't wait to see LB in action in all his EA81 perfection. So, when are you gonna lift the Lego?

I sent an e-mail to SOA and they sent one back saying they're working on getting it ready to pass the U.S.'s strict emissions. Depending on how they do overseas, I may buy a Forester. Can't think of anything better than a diesel boxer.

Sorry for the late response. Where would this be found in the car? Behind the dash or under the hood? And if you could give me an exact location that would be helpful so I wouldn't have to spend hours cutting the harness out. I ask because the one pictured isn't my harness and my harness doesn't have that diode, I must have cut it out like an rump roast.

I bought some NGK Iridiums and some racing plug wires and still didn't notice any difference in gas mileage in my EJ18 impreza. Actually think it idles a bit rougher now... I'll stick with the simple and cheap stuff next time. Advantage of the iridium ones though, they're supposed to last a LONG time.

I think he's pissed because he bumped into his car (notice he goes balistic when he notices red paint on that guy's RX).

If she's thinking about a RAV4, she might as well get the Subaru as it's AWD system is more capable. (From what I remember in versing my friend's AWD RAV4 in my 4EAT GL, I owned him in hill climbs and he even had new tires)

Wish I could understand what's going on, lol.

Where do you guys put the ECU? I've thought about just leaving mine sitting in some kind of container where the spare goes.

That's quite the monster you have there. Can't wait to see it in action with a divorced T-case and some protection for that exhaust. I've always thought white EA82 wagons were the BEST looking Subarus lifted.

Are we sure newer models don't come with D/R? They do in Australia...

There, included it in my location to make it easy.

Good looking car actually, darn good deal you got on that one. I love the look of Neos wagon, that's my favorite color on that bodystyle. You gotta get some extra lights too Connie;)