MtnBikerChk
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Ralph Nader is needed, and no, 100+ people having the problem is REAL.
You know I don't know if this is a real problem or not - but this makes me chuckle...... how many vehicles with this "problem" were sold between the 2005 and 2009 model year?
and over 100 people have reported this issue! So it must be real!
Too bad this isn't a category in the Consumer Reports ratings!
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Besides....she's voided no part of any warranty.
I just looked up the OEM Sirius unit and the install looks super easy. I may install it for my cousin on her 2008 - but I think I'm keeping my setup.
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I think I would have bought the factory Sirius kit and sold the aftermarket headunit. Then just put the sirius kit in yourself. Keeps the steering controls, keeps it factory and keeps it under warranty. The Headunit should bring some decent money too.
$389 for the factory kit.....vs $35 for mounting kit and wiring harness.....
I don't think a 2 year old alpine head unit I bought for $200 would bring in much now.
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How do these work - are they for the entire radio set up - CD, radio, sirius?
I'm wondering if I can buy a controller equipped steering wheel and interface it with my stereo.
The instructions are on Pac's website. And Scooby is right. Looks like programming is.......well.... a PITA!
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Pac Audio makes an interface for your steering wheel controls. It is the SWI-JACK. It takes a little mucking about to program it, but it works pretty well. PLugs right into the back of your Alpine and voila. Off you go.
I just came across that - $86? YIKES.
I'll suffer without it LOL
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well thanks to everyone - and Subaru for making it MUCH easier to get into the dash (than earlier models) I present my finished project:
Now, I lost my steering wheel controls - which I expected. Any thoughts on getting them back? If I have to redo the wiring harness I may scream. LOL but I'd do it
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Thanks again everyone
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I installed a hidden hitch on my 97, it was very easy. I just dont understand what you mean by 2" aside from the reciever. The Hitches on the link say they are 2"
yeah, 2" receiver as opposed to 1 1/4. My bike rack is a Thule T2 - designed for a 2" opening.
The part that makes me nervous is this:
Also, all three say "Exhaust must be temporarily lowered for installation, Minor heat shield modification may be required."
Although I'm not doing it myself - I'd get help......
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Check the link in the first thread YO!
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Ok some of you asked for pics - I promise they are coming but I haven't been home in the daylight - so watch for tomorrow.....
Anyway I need to put a 2" hitch on so I can cart around my bicycles with my Thule T2
Are the DIYers safe? Curt, Hidden Hitch or Draw Tite?
Here's a teaser pic:
on the left is my husband's '04 next to my '10
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someone on a sirius board found me the kit
http://www.installer.com/cars/by_car.php?carid=8101
but I gotta admit I'm a little nervous cracking open the dash on my brand new car - has anyone opened up a 2010 and have helpful tips?
ie: on my husband's 04. I opened it up and put in the fm direct connect. I NEVER would have seen the upside down hidden screws in the ash tray except that I had the crutchfield instructions and they point them out.
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HI ALL!
I pulled the trigger on a 2010 2.5i (thanks for those who helped me decide in another thread).
Anywho, I took my alpine headunit and sirius tuner out of my pathfinder and Crutchfield tells me there is no mount for the 2010 Outback (yet). So I'm open to suggestions - other than having Subaru install the built in for $550.
thanks
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:confused:I have a 2009 impreza outback sport with 6k miles and am wondering what is REQUIRED maintenence for my subaru? I have been getting emails from the dealer saying I am due/overdue for "recommended" maintenence, but if I followed their schedule I would be spending a fortune every 3k to 5k miles to have things done. Is all these little things necessary or is there a simple way to do what is required and not lose my factory warranty. Thanks.......
on all my cars I've always just done oil change every 3-4k, rotate the tires every other oil change and I have done the big interval maintenaces - 30, 60, 90, 120K.
and **Knock on wood** I've never had a warranty item denied for "lack of recommended maintenance."
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I do business with the dealer in Danbury.
I am am with the rest..the EJ25 is plenty motor..in fact I have been extremely impressed with it. Supposedly the newer versions have the dependability issues solved and so far mine has had not a single problem in 45K miles. Took it to Mass last weekend in those heavy winds and still got 31mpg at 80 mph.
I called them. The salesman said they have no 6cyl and they can't get them in. He said they have open orders that he can't fill and it's "terrible."
so overall I guess the 6 is really off the table.
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save yourself the money & the gas and get the 4 cyl.
gas is gonna keep goin up, and in the end you will want the better mileage over the little bit of power...I'm leaning that way.
thanks ya'll.
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He is full of it...the dealer... Oh.. Hi from a fellow CT person. I can tell you right now.. I run an 08 Imreza 2.5i and that little 4 cyl has more then enough go go to it ( I took out an RX8 the other day getting on the Merritt) Granted the Imp is much lighter. I also only drive 5 spd ..but I can easily get 32-34 mpg out of it. IMO the 6 cyl isnt that big of a deal..probably most noted if its an AT.
Also.. my local Subaru dealer has a few 6 cyl on the lot..thats why I say yours is talking poo.
What dealer? Ill drive to another dealer for a test ride.
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The answer you will get (at least on here) is to go for the sube.
Youll be giving up some ground clearance (a little) and a certain amount of power... but you will come to love the subarus.
When it comes to weight distribution and handling (also advantageous in the snow) Subaru has it.
well I'm good with the ground clearance issue - it's really the power of the 4 vs 6. There are no 6s in CT to even drive. The salesman said they can't get any because they are not making as many because people are buying the 4s.
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I would say go for the subaru. You will find yourself going around corners faster and having way more fun for your average day of driving along with better gas mileage just for starters.
thanks
I'm driving everyone crazy with opinions and only 1 person is on the fence - everyone else says GO FOR IT! -
My husband has an 04 outback (6cyl) and I have a Pathfinder.
I'm thinking about making the leap to the 4cyl outback in favor of much better gas mileage and awd (over part time 4wd).
I'm afraid that I will miss the v6 - what do you think? I mean I know I don't NEEEEEED it. I've driven suvs since 1999 with my first Ford Explorer.
I test drove it today and of course there is a difference but I was surprised at how well it is geared.
FYI We live in CT but travel to southern VT frequently during the winter. My office is 34 miles SOUTH of where I live so obviously I put on a lot of miles....
thanks for your opinions!
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you can't get much easier than those. 2 10mm bolts attach the bracket to the bumper. then plug it in. i have one as well and need the exact same head light too.
do they pop out the front or do I need to get behind the bumper?
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Our 2004 Outback has had a busted fog light for years which we never fixed because the dealer quoted us some outrageous price to fix.
I recently had to replace the tail light on my Pathfinder and realized that it's really kinda easy....
So I can find the part locally for a decent price....now... is it easy to replace (assuming I can get under there.....but I'm short LOL)
THANKS!
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I know squeaking in and of itself is not an indication of worn brakes - but does anyone else have "squeakers?" I know it's not the squealers that indicate they need to be replaced.
This car has over 100K miles on it and we've never had this problem until now. The dealer says the brakes are fine.
thanks
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Just last week I posted a thread on this which got a lot of replies:
thanks - I had done a search and didn't come up with that one!
I ended up going with the bfg traction t/a. If money grew on trees, I'd get the dedicated snow tires for sure.
thanks again!
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Nearly 3 years ago we needed new tires for our 2004 Outback wagon and you helped me decide http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?p=294159#post294159
can you help again please?
Same story - mostly highway driving, lots of trips to ski country in the winter.
THANKS!
CVT in all models eventually?
in 1990 to Present Legacy, Impreza, Outback, Forester, Baja, WRX&WrxSTI, SVX
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**knock on wood**