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Hey everyone, Im looking for some advice for my new (to me) car. Its a 97 legacy outback with only 73k on it. Ive owned it for almost a month now and as is with any used car there are a few issues. The one im most worried about is that when i hit my brakes, operate windows, wipers, etc. anything electrical, my lights go dim and my wipers slow down. The car has a brand new battery. I tested the alternator and it is making 14.7 v like it should, but only 0.5 amp under load (85 amp alternator, should be making at least 30 under load) . For the amount of time ive owned it the condition hasnt gotten worse, everything still works fine, starts in the close to 0 temps, im just wondering if this is something that needs immediate attention. Im aware that the legacy was recalled for alternator issues many years ago, but it has a remanufactured alternator and im assuming this simply has to do with age. On an unrelated topic, how bad is an oil pan gasket job on these? She marks her territory a little... Im an auto tech in training and try to do everything i can myself, but my service info called for an engine hoist...