garylahr Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 This is my first post but I'm not posting to ask a question. I'm posting to say thanks. I recently purchased a 2005 legacy GT with 112000 miles for my daughter. Its a good running car but needed a little help. After reading several articles I decided to do the 100,000 mile service to change the timing belt. With all the help I got here the job went very smooth and the car runs even better than it did before. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJr Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Good to hear. GL with the car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Oh dear, make sure she knows how to check the oil and keep it topped off. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Oh dear, make sure she knows how to check the oil and keep it topped off. This. Buying a turbocar for a daughter is nice gesture, but, these things can so south very quickly. If she's not gonna be proactive about the maintenance, then you will have to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garylahr Posted October 13, 2014 Author Share Posted October 13, 2014 Thanks for the suggestions, I'll be sure the help her stay on top of the maintenance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 No it's check the oil every week, always keep it topped off. The first problem is learning how to check the correct oil level. I, drive to work, shut off engine, open hood, pull dip stick about 3", close hood. 8 hours later, open hood, wipe stick, check oil level. These cars don't use oil on a consistent basis. it can change from week to week. Check out the stickys up top of all the forums, lots of info, take notes. book mark the post you want to find easily. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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