bigyeah Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I am a new driver and being, well a new driver, i have done some stupid things and i was wondering how bad they are to my car and if they caused any permanent damage. - I accidentally went into Neutral on a highway going about 60mph but quickly got out -put my foot on the gas in park and it just got up to the red mark on the rpm meter, but i quickly took my foot off (obviously) i am sure there are more i just can't think of any right now, and yes i now what i did is stupid lol, but hey it all happned in my first day, except the neutral incident which happned on the 6th day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerami1981 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 i doubt the revving in park would have any detrimental effects, but i could be wrong on that one..the nuetral thing is completely harmless...sometimes when going down LONG steep hills i throw it in nuetrul and just cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axis008 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Guessing since you went into park, you have an automatic. None of the things you did are detrimental. Things that may be detrimental are powerbraking (foot hard on brakes AND foot revving engine.. then you let go and launch--this is how ppl w/ automatics drag race) to name one. -ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lagacy GT Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I cruise in neutral on one stretch of the 5 where it's a long downhill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 To be honest Im more than 100% sure that you didnt cause any harm. Just be mindful of what you are doing and you will be fine. One thing about Subaru is that they build pretty bulletproof machines UNLESS you hammer them every chance you get. Just stick to the maintenance programs that Subaru asks you to stick to and you should be golden. If you need anything answered, just do a search, if u cant find it in search, ask away. Im sure than sure that myself and axis008 wont have any problems with you sending a PM if you get stuck. All the best. Ada///M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusSeven Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I am a new driver and being, well a new driver, i have done some stupid things and i was wondering how bad they are to my car and if they caused any permanent damage. - I accidentally went into Neutral on a highway going about 60mph but quickly got out -put my foot on the gas in park and it just got up to the red mark on the rpm meter, but i quickly took my foot off (obviously) i am sure there are more i just can't think of any right now, and yes i now what i did is stupid lol, but hey it all happned in my first day, except the neutral incident which happned on the 6th day. Assuming you have a Subaru Legacy with an automatic transmission, by letting the "rpm meter" get to the "red mark" you have done irreparable damage to the engine, transmission, all three differentials, and your spare tire. When the "rpm meter" reaches the "red mark" in park, the Kahootzen valve opens and the car will never be the same again. That "red mark" is there for a reason! The only thing to do is to try to sell the car right away on this forum. 1. Park the car immediately and don't drive it anymore. 2. Please right down the price you paid for your Subaru on a piece of paper. 3. Then multiply that number by 0.4569 and place the car up for sale in the "seller classifieds" forum at the calculated price. 4. Destroy the paper by eating it. Under no circumstances, tell the buyer that the Kahootzen valve has opened. Sorry for your loss--we all feel for you! Heavy Metal Killed Beethoven Support Classical Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emorphien Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 damn those kahoozywhatsits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emorphien Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 grap the kahootzen valves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusSeven Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 If you do buy a replacement Kahootzen valve, be sure to get a original Japanese model, the cheaper "made in Singapore" "kahootzen" replacements (note the lack of capitalization of the "K" is the giveaway) don't last very long and can throw off the rack and pinion differential pressure so much that the car will only be able to make right-hand turns (except in the United Kingdom). Heavy Metal Killed Beethoven Support Classical Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emorphien Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 If you do buy a replacement Kahootzen valve, be sure to get a original Japanese model, the cheaper "made in Singapore" "kahootzen" replacements (note the lack of capitalization of the "K" is the giveaway) don't last very long and can throw off the rack and pinion differential pressure so much that the car will only be able to make right-hand turns (except in the United Kingdom). mmmm nascar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest *Jedimaster* Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 You guys are mean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drakuun Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 mmmm nascar Those would be left turns, assuming they aren't on a road course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eqt2010 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Oooops!! I did rev it to redline in park once. I'll show my wife this thread and ask her to sell the car immediately, then get myself a Spec. B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuskiTrombone Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 If you see another Legacy do us all a favor and pull over for our safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iguanamafia Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 dibs on almost new kahootzen valve If you replace yours don't get the japanese one, get the German carbon fiber one... Its hard to damage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon in CT Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I cruise in neutral on one stretch of the 5 where it's a long downhill.That's a dumb idea. When you do that the engine needs gasoline to keep idling. If you leave it in gear downhill, the gasoline can be turned off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdisco Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 dibs on almost new kahootzen valve How about a group buy? Is '05 the same as '06? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuskiTrombone Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 ']That's a dumb idea. When you do that the engine needs gasoline to keep idling. If you leave it in gear downhill' date=' the gasoline can be turned off.[/quote'] Then just put it in neutral and turn the car off. Hope the steering wheel does not lock up if you need to turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 ']That's a dumb idea. When you do that the engine needs gasoline to keep idling. If you leave it in gear downhill' date=' the gasoline can be turned off.[/quote'] This is another myth I'm sick of hearing. I have watched my mileage while unquestionabley engine braking and seen it display in the 50s for MPG, push in the clutch, and the mileage didn't change. Furthermore, when you're engine braking, you are slowing your vehicle down, and scrubbing off speed, which will require a greater amount of energy and fuel to restore than is consumed while idling. Why members don't science? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 If you would use cruise control you would use less fuel than coasting in N and slighty more fuel than coasting in gear. And it's not illegal, which coasting in N is. My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerami1981 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 coasting in nuetral being illegal ranks with killing yourself being illegal and walking with a popsicle in your pocket being illegal..good luck catching me and prosecuting me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Coasting in neutral is about as dangerous as drinking a coke in your car. True, you could be safer, but it's not so hazardous that I think it's even worth mentioning. If you're paying attention to the road, it's pretty much a non-issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emorphien Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Those would be left turns, assuming they aren't on a road course.not if you go the wrong direction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon in CT Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 This is another myth I'm sick of hearing. I have watched my mileage while unquestionabley engine braking and seen it display in the 50s for MPG, push in the clutch, and the mileage didn't change. Furthermore, when you're engine braking, you are slowing your vehicle down, and scrubbing off speed, which will require a greater amount of energy and fuel to restore than is consumed while idling. Why members don't science?When you're coasting (i.e. foot off accelerator pedal) in overdrive on a long descent, your instantaneous fuel economy actually shoots up to infinity because the ECM has turned off the fuel injectors. Unfortunately, that little MPG gauge you're watching doesn't read that high. Why members don't math? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aczwild Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Man you guys are mean, no poon for any of you guys lately I take it? Bigyeah, you're fine, no harm done. JDM'd All to hell Thanks Jimmy @ Hkc-Speed.com! RIP Coxx & Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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