Subaru Forester
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Subaru Forester
Looking to purchase a used one (98-01) and waswondering if anyone on here has had any dealings with them. Are the boxer engines fairly easy to work on? Do these cars totally suck, or are reliable?
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Also when you are looking to buy, take it to a good technician who knows Subarus. One main thing to look for is tires. Make sure that the circumference is within 1/4" on all 4 tires. If it isn't, then do not buy it. Chances are the transfer clutches have been or will be damaged due to the tire irregularity and it is expensive to fix. Also never tow on anything but a flatbed unless it is a 5 speed, then you can use a tow bar/dolley.
The engine is known for oil leaks from the crank and cam seals, valve cover gaskets, wrist pin(aka rear/front seperator) cover, etc. Timing belt is recommended at 105,000 miles. Many people think you have to replace the water pump when you do a belt but that's not true. A pump on them rarely fails, so unless you want to shell out extra cash, there is no need to. Also when it comes to overheating, the T-Stat rarely fails too.
If you have anymore questions, feel free to contact me.
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My friend has over 220K miles on his 99. Minimal problems at best and I don't think he ever had head gasket problems. His experience one of the reaons I bought mine.
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