Wayne M.

Texan, Not likely to be going off road, we have some nice county roads and it may turn into a bit of a corner carver.

Thanks Idosubaru (and Texan), THATS precicely the info I’m looking for. I was on Amazon looking for a good general reference book and there was only one SA book that didn’t get very good reviews. Any advice on that? So I’m assuming the FB is the timing chain engine? I was on Rock auto last night throwing darts at random parts prices for a ‘11 Forester (I saw one on craigs) and I gotta say I liked what I saw.

Thank You. That’s the idea- finding a hurt car and fixing it. I’m in the rust belt, so I’m also all ears about rust and rot problem spots. In my listings, I’m seeing plenty of 20 teen era Foresters.

Thanks Texan, Im here primarily to learn about the platforms, engine families, and whats good and not so good. I know there is/ was a tango with Toyota possibly, and I was wondering what those models are. That’s my DNA reference. I can hear a Subie 500’ away sometimes and some subarus just don’t sound right. Was there a major change in engines at some point (I don’t think I’m hearing a 6 in an Impreza or smaller model. I would be my own mechanic in all this, so I’m just trying to graduate Subaru 101 to try to pick a good model. TIA!

Hello. I’m searching for a place to learn about Subarus. I’ve never owned one, but worked on a few over the years, and have always been keen on certain models. I do understand the basics and I love frameless doors. I’ve been picking up vibes along the way about dilution of the brand in recent years- vertical integration as they say- it’s happened to so many brands, and I understand it’s happened to Subaru too. What I’m really after is buying a good model for my Son as a first car. He’s not a WRX/STI guy- more of a wagon but dosent need to be a forester. I’m open to ideas about making a cool ride for him. I’m trying to learn about the various engines, transmissions and drive lines and their strengths/ weak spots, and what trouble spots are to look for when shopping. I am a purist, and I want the most original DNA in a newer model. When I look under the back, I want to see that rear diff I’ve always seen and a proper boxer under the hood. Not a fan of CVTs. I am looking forward to learning the details from you all here.