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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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- #64 of 97
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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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- #66 of 97
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Re: HG leak on 06 Forester w/43k on the odo [p0926]
by erikwi
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Dec 02, 2008 (6:31 pm)
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Replying to: p0926 (Dec 02, 2008 3:11 pm)
My job (government work) requires a solid, dependable car. Bossman would get a little irritated at me missing work frequently for car repairs so that's why I'm concerned. Head gasket today, what tomorrow? What got my attention is the oil in the coolant and the possibility of future engine trouble as a result. Maybe I am overreacting but it's not easy to find another job with the present state of the economy, especially in my salary range. I'm getting it fixed and will then go from there. I've still got 17000 miles and 2 years left on the warranty so if trouble develops, warranty will cover. If that's the case, when the warranty is gone, so's the car.
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- #67 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 02, 2008 (6:57 pm)
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Replying to: erikwi (Dec 02, 2008 6:31 pm)
Guess you should move right next door to your work, because even a bicycle will break down!
Seriously I think you are blowing the ramafications way out of proportion on this!
-mike
-mike
Subaru Guru and Track Instructor
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- #68 of 97
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HG LEAK ON 2006 FORESTER
by amiller1
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Dec 04, 2008 (3:42 pm)
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I have been trying to decide on what car to buy, and am having a very hard time with it. My choice is between the Honda CRV and the new Subaru Forester. I drove both and really liked the Forester. Was almost going to make that decision until I read about the HG problem. My understanding was that the issue was in older Forester's models and was resolved by Subaru and now I am wondering if this was just a isolated incident or more to come. Please new Forester owner's what is your take??????????
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- #69 of 97
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Re: HG LEAK ON 2006 FORESTER [amiller1]
by chien
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Dec 04, 2008 (4:06 pm)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Dec 04, 2008 3:42 pm)
I have a 1998 Forester and rebuilt the engine last year after the headgasket blew. I did that as a matter of economy and also (most importantly) because I really, really trusted my mechanic to get the best rebuilder and fight for me in case anything went wrong. If I had my druthers, I would have bought a new Honda Element. Honda has a better track record for long lasting-ness.
I loved my Subaru and bought it with the understanding it would run to 200,000 with only minor problems. Needless to say, I was not happy I had to pay $5000 for a rebuild (of my own engine) after only 100K. Subaru America also totally ignored the faulty engine design (no bulletins), but replaced it with a redesign after only one year. I no longer trust Subaru as a company.
If you are looking to keep a car for 20 years or 200,000 miles, I think a Honda is a better bet.
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