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#7820 of 8173 Re: RIP 2001 Subaru Outback [dbell1] by paisan Aug 15, 2008 (5:50 pm)
Replying to: dbell1 (Aug 14, 2008 9:02 pm) Still using Nitti's Subaru in Hamilton, NJ. As usual, they're awesome.   I just picked up a set of strut tops from them. Took them forever to get them but they finally came in.   That is THE SMALLEST Subaru dealer I've ever seen!   -mike Motorsports and Modifications Host
#7821 of 8173 03 Outback vibrating more, higher start rev + lower idle, post belt change? by mountainwalker Aug 17, 2008 (11:52 am)
Hi all, finally getting settled in on W Coast and just wanted to say thanks again for all your help in finding our Subaru. The 2003 Subaru Outback H6 VDC we bought in N California before moving our here from the E Coast a) drove very smoothly b) has been a huge help in picking up all the light office furniture and supplies we had to buy for our office and home (I found the extra interior length of a wagon/crossover more helpful than the extra interior height of a small-mid SUV) . We were able to pick up every single thing we needed locally except for a couch set. It’s unbelievable what we were able to move with this car.   The car only needed the Serpentine belt replaced and wheel alignment and I also picked up a new set of tires. At 85K miles, we’ll probably also do the 90K servicing soon.   Though the car was driving very smoothly for weeks, the pre-purchase inspection garage said that the serpentine belt needed replacement - so after a few weeks, as soon as I could give up the car for a day, I had a local garage with good reviews replace the belt, and I noticed the following afterwards:   1) I recall the engine used to be at about 1000 RPMs after start and very quiet with low vibration. Now, upon starting the car, the car seems to be revving at a higher RPM than it did before the belt replacement – about 1500 RPM – and stays there for a bit before coming down to 750 RPMs, and it’s noisier and vibrates more than before. It’s not VERY noisy and shaky, just noticeably more so than before, when it was super quiet with low vibration.   2) Twice right after coming off the highway to local streets, the car stalled at a red light. It started right back up, but I have no idea what caused the stall. It only happened 2 times, and only happened when the gas tank was lower - both times below 1/4 tank, one time when very low. One of those times the car was also on a hill. It never happened any other time.   A) Any idea what could be causing the higher revving, higher noise and vibration upon start? What could the mechanic have done to cause this? Is the timing off ? What RPM should the car be at upon start, and what should it be at after warmed up when still?   B) Any idea what caused the 2 stalls? It only happened those two times, under the same conditions – coming off highway to streets, upon the first or second red light, with the gas tank below 1/4 tank.
#7822 of 8173 Why did VDC and ABS lights come on at highway speed of around 75-80mph? by mountainwalker Aug 17, 2008 (12:00 pm)
Hi guys, finally getting settled in on W Coast and just wanted to say thanks again for all your help in finding our Subaru. The 2003 Subaru Outback H6 VDC we bought in N California before moving our here from the E Coast a) drove very smoothly b) has been a huge help in picking up all the light office furniture and supplies we had to buy for our office and home (I found the extra interior length of a wagon/crossover more helpful than the extra interior height of a small-mid SUV) . We were able to pick up every single thing we needed locally except for a couch set. It’s unbelievable what we were able to move with this car.   The car only needed the Serpentine belt replaced and wheel alignment and I also picked up a new set of tires. At 85K miles, we’ll probably also do the 90K servicing soon.   Twice while driving at faster highway speeds +75mph (the car is smooth enough on smooth highway that you really don’t feel the speed and everyone drives +70 here to begin with), I saw the VDC and ABS indicator lights switch on on the dash. Both times there were some cracks/bumps in the highway which jarred the car and may have triggered the lights. The lights stayed on after coming off the highway, but next time car was started, the indicator lights stayed off after start.   Why did the lights come on? Did the systems switch off because of the higher speed or because of a bump/crack in the road jarring the car? Does this mean that the VDC and ABS systems were temporarily disabled? If so, did they need to be switched back on? I’m going to check out the owner’s manual as well, just haven’t had time working crazy hours and getting settled.
#7823 of 8173 What should be done for 90K servicing of 2003 Outback VDC? Syn or reg oil? by mountainwalker Aug 17, 2008 (12:04 pm)
We just picked up our 2003 Subaru Outback H6 VDC and while we're at 85K, we might as well do the 90K servicing. Mechanic says we're good for now but that a few fluids are showing the dirt from all the mileage and could use replacement.   What should we make sure is done in the 90K servicing?   Should we use synthetic or regular oil? Replies to this message: paisan (Aug 18, 2008 6:19 pm)
#7824 of 8173 buy used outback by wibyer Aug 17, 2008 (8:45 pm)
Looking for a car for my teenage daughter as we live in snow country WI (100" last yr), I'd like AWD Outback and probably can afford around $6000. Can I get a good reliable Subaru for that amount? Any recommendations on model year? How much life does a 100,000 mile car have left? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 18, 2008 8:28 am) wibyer (Aug 18, 2008 9:05 am)
#7825 of 8173 Re: buy used outback [wibyer] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Aug 18, 2008 (8:28 am)
Replying to: wibyer (Aug 17, 2008 8:45 pm) Yes you can but you must watch out for head gasket failure on the Outback 2.5 engine. This might occur around 100K or 125K miles. So if the car has not ever had head gaskets done, that's probably going to be your baby. I'd definitely look for a car that has had this repair done already. Otherwise, $5,000 should buy you a very decent 1997-1998 Outback indeed. These are very good cars.   PS: If they did the head gaskets, they should have replaced the radiator.   Visiting Host, Subaru owner, Subaru Head Gasket replacer Replies to this message: wibyer (Aug 18, 2008 9:05 am)
#7827 of 8173 Re: buy used outback [Mr_Shiftright] by wibyer Aug 18, 2008 (9:05 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 18, 2008 8:28 am) So in this case, older is better correct? Any mileage concerns on those ? (and what about the '99's? I had looked at a 99 LTD with 166K, but that seemed just too high for me! Someone else bought it though) Thanks for any help you can give, we are nervous about buying.
#7828 of 8173 parking brake button by maryp3177 Aug 18, 2008 (9:28 am)
Hi, I have a '96 Subaru Legacy Outback wagon with 267K miles on it. I live in a very dry climate (NM) and so this weeked the parking brake button popped off. It looks like the plastic got dried out. I'm wondering if I can just glue it back on with epoxy?
#7829 of 8173 Re: What should be done for 90K servicing of 2003 Outback VDC? Syn or reg oil? [mountainwalker] by paisan Aug 18, 2008 (6:19 pm)
Replying to: mountainwalker (Aug 17, 2008 12:04 pm) What should we make sure is done in the 90K servicing?   90k on subies:   Coolant drain/fill Check Brake Pads Flush the brake fuild Check the belts (you just replaced it so you don't have to) Oil Change ATF + Diffy Fluid Change   That's about it.   For the ATF, I suggest the Redline High Temp Synthetic ATF. Diffy, Redline or Amsoil Gear Lube Engine Oil, Amsoil or Mobil 1 Brake Fluid, ATE Superblue   That's about it.   -mike Motorsports and Modifications Host

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