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Replying to: tanager (Oct 10, 2008 1:14 pm) See if they can find a wreck in a junk yard that was hit in the back, and swap engines. |
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Replying to: tanager (Oct 10, 2008 1:14 pm) Maybe the first owner abused the engine or was not so diligent about maintenance. I would not think Subaru can do much about a second hand car with 105K miles.
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Replying to: aatherton (Oct 11, 2008 3:36 pm)
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Replying to: wade8 (Oct 01, 2008 10:20 pm) MNSteve |
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| Thanks for the suggestions. I will see what the dealer says tomorrow when I get my car towed there, and I'll report back with any relevant news. | |
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Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (Oct 12, 2008 9:14 am) |
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Here are my latest (fairly somber) options:  1) have my independent mechanic, who has taken great care of me in the past, put an '05 Forester engine in my car with 58K miles for $4600. 2) authorize Subaru to do a tear-down and inspection, which will cost $850. Only then can they determine if there is damage to the cylinder heads and cam shaft, and only then can Subaru headquarters provide an answer on what type of assistance, if any, they can give me. If no damage is found to the above-mentioned components, I'm looking at a remanufactured shortblock with new engine gaskets for $4150. This price includes the $850 for tear-down. If I had a crystal ball and knew there would be no further damage found, this would be the way to go because Subaru's warranty on a remanufactured engine is better than what my independent mechanic will get at a scrap-yard. BUT....if there is damage to the heads and shaft, the total estimate for repair is $8000. Every day I am shocked by some new piece of news. If that's the case, I can't do it. I'll have to bring it back to my mechanic and cut my losses on the $850 for tear-down. This is getting ridiculous. I feel like every option I have is awful. I called Subaru headquarters again today (in tears) and someone is supposed to call me back later to further discuss my options. But I know they need that tear-down before they can guarantee me anything. At their request, I provided all of my records to my Subaru dealer so they can see that I have taken care of the car to an anal degree. Don't know if this will help. Is there a third option? Does anyone have any idea what I can get, if anything, for a Forester that---with the exception of the ENGINE--is in really good shape, with new, high-quality tires, new timing belt and pulleys, and new brakes? Would anyone give me anything for this car? At this point I would feel lucky to be able to just pay off my loan and start from scratch. 
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That sucks... and, I'm sure.. it's the not knowing that makes it worse... Seem obvious that you are going to have to pay for that tear-down.. If everything else is as you describe, then I feel there is a good chance that Subaru will step up and help out with this. (At least, that is the healthful attitude to take). Try to stay positive with the Subaru reps, letting them know that you have no doubt that they will come through for you, even if you have major doubts.. Because, I sure wouldn't want to have to pay $4600 for a used engine....  Good luck.. and hang in there! |
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Replying to: tanager (Oct 16, 2008 7:39 am) My suggestion would be to give Subaru some time to respond, if possible. If they don't come through, it sounds like your independent mechanic is the way to go. An engine swap's a major piece of work, unfortunately.
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Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (Oct 16, 2008 8:35 am)
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