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#13734 of 14097 Re: Australia and Snow [grahampeters] by xwesx Jan 14, 2009 (10:11 am)
Replying to: grahampeters (Jan 13, 2009 8:38 pm) Graham - Thank you for that vivid post. It certainly stirs a desire to visit the country. I find the Wollemi Pine intriguing. Not only does the tree have a rustic beauty about it, but just thinking about its ability to survive untold millennia of change inspires admiration. Unfortunately its current location, while being its sanctuary, is also its prison. Still, it is nice to know that history lives along side us; somehow, it makes me feel more humble about our role.
#13735 of 14097 helps me remember by kurtamaxxxguy Jan 14, 2009 (1:10 pm)
My 5 years in Sydney in late 1990's were mostly pleasant though the insane work schedule I endured prevented much travel. I do remember Sydney being much like San Francisco, though with many more brick buildings and fewer roads. The jewel caves west of Sydney (reachable by train) were a fun place to visit. I did not own a car while in Sydney but found the train system in good shape then. I wonder how trains are fairing there these days.
#13736 of 14097 Re: Australia and Snow [grahampeters] by w8ifi Jan 14, 2009 (2:48 pm)
Replying to: grahampeters (Jan 13, 2009 8:38 pm) Graham: I also enjoyed your "mini-travelogue". Fascinating. Wonder if you've done any prospecting for opal? I think a place called Coober Peddy(sp?) was where some are located. Anyway pretty awesome the barren distances between population clusters there. Jim
#13737 of 14097 Edmunds adds long-term Suzuki SX4 to test fleet by rsholland Jan 16, 2009 (2:34 pm)
AWD, standard NAVI, handsome styling, and for $18K. That's what Subaru needs to offer. http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=139726 They will have the car for a full year. So if interested, bookmark the following thread. http://blogs.edmunds.com/roadtests/2...roduction.html Bob Replies to this message: kurtamaxxxguy (Jan 16, 2009 7:48 pm) ateixeira (Feb 03, 2009 2:40 pm)
#13738 of 14097 Re: Edmunds adds long-term Suzuki SX4 to test fleet [rsholland] by kurtamaxxxguy Jan 16, 2009 (7:48 pm)
Replying to: rsholland (Jan 16, 2009 2:34 pm) Interesting that Edmunds has not added a Forester to the long term fleet - yet. Subaru should either rework their old Navigation system, or just dump it for a Suzuki-approach solution such as integrating an existing NAV system, or possibly sub-contracting a Garmin or other product to work with a larger display screen.
#13739 of 14097 Turbo heat shield - a good idea? by kurtamaxxxguy Jan 19, 2009 (9:58 pm)
I am trying to understand the value of the "turbo heat shield" being bandied about by a number of aftermarket sources, including Subaru. The claim's the heat shield keeps heat from other engine components, and keeps the turbo warmer. Uh....my understanding is heat's a major problem for Turbos. Heat cokes the turbo's oil and oil bearings, causing turbo failure. Does it make sense to add a shield that makes the turbo run Hotter ??
#13740 of 14097 and by the way..... by kurtamaxxxguy Jan 19, 2009 (9:59 pm)
there is an oil additive that helps keep oil from failing at high temperatures. It's made by a former Exxon research chemist, has been thoroughly tested, and works. The stuff's called ASL CAMGUARD and those interested can find it with a web search.
#13741 of 14097 Disappointing 09 Outback cargo area :( by amsbear Jan 23, 2009 (11:07 am)
I've been planning on replacing my 98 Outback Limited in the near future and naturally envisioned myself in an 09 Outback 2.5i SE. Did a great deal of research online and did notice a decrease in cargo area volume between mine and the new model but until I saw it in person last night did I realize how much less usable space there is now. Mine is a nice boxy shape that is deeper and taller, whereas the 09 has a roofline that slants down and decreases the ceiling height and the tail gate opening size. The 09 also has a seatbelt coming out of the ceiling in the cargo area that further removes ceiling room and impedes the installation of a standard shaped dog barrier like I have in the 98. Not being able to put my Yellow Lab back there is a deal breaker Too bad that the Outback misses the mark on the utility factor as it certainly looked to be a great replacement and improvement in all other areas. Seeing all this, I am now checking into the Forester and I certainly like the available cargo area height and am ok on the depth. It's more spartan in certain areas when compared to the Outback but I certainly like the additional interior room and am loving the idea of that moon roof. I'll being going for a test drive this weekend. Thanks for listening, Alan 98 OBW Ltd (159,000 miles) Replies to this message: kurtamaxxxguy (Jan 23, 2009 11:22 am) rsholland (Jan 23, 2009 11:28 am)
#13742 of 14097 Re: Disappointing 09 Outback cargo area :( [amsbear] by kurtamaxxxguy Jan 23, 2009 (11:22 am)
Replying to: amsbear (Jan 23, 2009 11:07 am) If you can be sure to drive the X and XT versions of Forester. They have distinctly different driving characteristics.
#13743 of 14097 Re: Disappointing 09 Outback cargo area :( [amsbear] by rsholland Jan 23, 2009 (11:28 am)
Replying to: amsbear (Jan 23, 2009 11:07 am) Alan, here's a tiny photo of what appears to be the next-gen Legacy wagon, and it appears to be be significantly larger. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showpost.php?p=25194956&postcount=1172 Should be on sale later this summer. We won't get the Legacy, but rather the Outback. Even so, assuming this picture is the real deal, it will give you some idea of size. Bob