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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by bdyment
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Dec 01, 2008 (4:58 am)
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Replying to: erikwi (Nov 30, 2008 6:14 pm)
Why take a chance. As you stated it is under warranty--so get it fixed.
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- #57 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [bdyment]
by erikwi
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Dec 01, 2008 (9:00 am)
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Replying to: bdyment (Dec 01, 2008 4:58 am)
Taking it to the dealer Friday to get it done. I just find it hard to believe I'm having to replace headgaskets already. Is there anyone else with a similiar problem on the 06?
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- #58 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by xwesx
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Dec 01, 2008 (10:46 am)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 01, 2008 9:00 am)
It can and does happen, though it is far rarer of an occurrence than it once was. I think you are the first person of whom I have heard with this problem on the 05 and later models within Subaru's line. Unless there is an issue with the car's block or head, I highly doubt it will be a problem that recurs before 200,000 miles, if at all. You might consider requesting an extended warranty on the head gaskets to guard against being slapped with a hefty bill in the event of another premature failure. If there is strong resistance to agreeing, perhaps Subaru has better reason for that lack of confidence than the rest of us. 
If that is the case, make sure you let us know! 
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- #59 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [xwesx]
by erikwi
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Dec 01, 2008 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: xwesx (Dec 01, 2008 10:46 am)
WHo do I ask for the ex warranty? I don't think the dealer has the authority to permit it unless they do it themselves. Maybe a call to SOA is in order...........
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- #60 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by xwesx
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Dec 01, 2008 (4:31 pm)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 01, 2008 2:35 pm)
Yes, it would have to come from SOA directly, though I am not sure whether it requires a direct call or could be mediated by a dealer. There's no harm in calling, though....
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- #61 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [xwesx]
by erikwi
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Dec 01, 2008 (5:59 pm)
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Replying to: xwesx (Dec 01, 2008 4:31 pm)
I called SOA right after I sent the reply to you. Rigid doesn't even begin to describe the experience. The rep I talked to said the new parts would be covered by a 1 yr, unlimited mileage warranty or the remainder of the factory warrant, whichever was longer. It would be nice if there was an SOA factory rep on here! I don't know if I trust the car now at all. I'm tempted to start looking for something else. Honda's starting to look pretty good now. During my time as a Honda tech, I can't recall anything as serious on any model until it had a lot of miles on it or was abused.
As a tech though I can understand that cars break but I sure didn't expect HG replacement so soon. Thanks for listening to me fuss! I'll have the work done and then watch it like a hawk until the end of the warranty.
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- #62 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by paisan
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Dec 01, 2008 (7:36 pm)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 01, 2008 5:59 pm)
I was about to say that any replaced part from a dealer comes with a 1 year warranty or the remainder of the factory or extended factory warranty whichever is longer so you are already covered on it.
-mike
Subaru Guru and Track Instructor
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- #63 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [paisan]
by erikwi
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Dec 02, 2008 (2:59 am)
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Replying to: paisan (Dec 01, 2008 7:36 pm)
I'm concerned about life after warranty. The good thing is I didn't see any coolant in the oil I drained out during the oil change but then again I didn't expect to see any. Is there a lab I can send an oil sample to? I know there's places that test oil but I don't know any of them.
Anybody ever have oil samples tested?
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by ateixeira
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Dec 02, 2008 (10:41 am)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 02, 2008 2:59 am)
You should be fine because you are replacing the gasket before any major overheating, which would cause the heads to potentially warp, which is what would give you long term problems.
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- #65 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [erikwi]
by p0926
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Dec 02, 2008 (3:11 pm)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 01, 2008 5:59 pm)
Sheesh... a little class 1 leak (dampness) which the dealer has agreed to repair but suddenly you're worried about being stranded and ready to start looking for another vehicle?!?!?
Just my two cents but it seems you may be over reacting a wee little bit
-Frank
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