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ViscousSquirrel

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  1. I’m running the 2015 STI rack. the STi rack has a better on center feel and a heavier sportier feel than the Outback rack and my previous LGT’s rack. It really begs you to do things you shouldn’t on public roads. It even bolts right up without any BS. That said you will need an STI power steering pump as it puts out more pressure than the factory LGT pump.
  2. Well that’s just wonderful. I’m glad to see that you saw it through!
  3. I just wanted to say I feel your affliction for these particular models. I am probably 15 grand of replacement parts into a 5spd 2006 outback XT. I just couldn’t let it die. Soon everything will be electric and this was the last of a dying breed of manual trans old school turbo spooling, mechanical AWD, sporty wagon. Good on you for going the extra mile to save one.
  4. Hey I could use a couple of those to get my toe in. I tried to order them online but they were 32 bucks to ship to Hawai’i. I would be happy to purchase yours if you have spares! Thanks!
  5. Just wanted say thanks for the write up. I did this job today on my 2006 OBXT. WOW what a difference between the old leaking OBXT rack and the new STI rack. It has a nice solid feel to it and really firmed up the response and on center feel.
  6. Yep I built mine from flatirons as well. Those guys are AMAZING. Machine shops and mechanics are hit or miss. Even the best shops have a dud employee from time to time so double check all the work you farm out. https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/aloha-new-member-who-swore-off-subaru-years-ago-a-story-of-murder-and-ressurection.524934/
  7. Hey, I’m looking for a windshield washer reservoir with the pump and the drivers airbag.
  8. All of this, plus it looks like he built the block in the apartment without an engine stand. This makes me wonder how well put together the engine is. Also, off topic, which PDX ex-Showcar are you talking about?
  9. Yep, even low speed collisions can make this happen. It’s one of the reasons that when you try to buy front end damaged subarus from the auction the key mysteriously goes missing.
  10. A lot of times when subarus get hit in the front, as you are describing, it causes the timing to jump and wreck the motor. I wouldn’t bet on the motor being good in your calculations. You will get more money on a Part out than selling the car while. It will be a lot more work though.
  11. Looking good. I had a legacy wagon and now an OBXT. I like the handling of the legacy better but I like the look of the Outback. As I get older I like the softer ride and the ability to change the oil without jack stands.
  12. I’m with you on how expensive parts end up being... especially for stuff that seems to wear out prematurely.
  13. Damn. That’s a solid hit. I’m glad that wasn’t a moose!
  14. Those are my all time favorite wheels. They look spectacular on your car.
  15. https://www.knowyourparts.com/technical-resources/drive-train/diagnosing-clutch-bearing-bushing-noise/ My understanding of the rattle would be that The noise would be caused by the bearing to race clearance. So as the bearing wears down they begin to rattle. That said, all that’s happening is that the tolerances are out of spec from abrasive wear. So it stands to reason that if the race or the bearings don’t meet tolerance specs from the factory then it will rattle like a worn bearing.
  16. A B test with a new throwbout bearing. Report back with the results of the test. People have had this problem and they have commented. You seem to refuse to believe that it could be the throwout bearing. Perhaps it was an installation error.
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