gear_monkey Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Hi all.. Just bought a new-to-me 2005 Legacy GT Turbo. It's in beautiful shape with 107k miles. I've never owned a turbo vehicle before and am wondering what items a newbie might be concerned with. The only thing I am aware of right now is the pesky sitcky driver window button. Glad to be here...thanks for the help in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 welcome. you can start by going to the new members forum and reading the FAQ which will answer all your initial questions about the car. here is the link- http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/attn-new-members-look-here-first-67940.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lieutenantcolumbo Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Welcome, Here's a link for the driver side window switch issue: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/sticky-power-window-switch-142360.html?t=142360&highlight=Window+switch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDW25gt Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Determine if the timing belt has been changed. If not do it as well as the water pump and oil pump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halwith Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 saving for a new engine and turbo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOneDoubleN Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Really the only thing you need to concern yourself with on these turbo'ed subies is changing your oil frequently enough and using good oil. These turbo'ed engines will consume more oil than an N/A engine; it isn't unusual to burn through a quart between oil changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee07 Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Welcome, rear wheel bearings, banjo filter bolt, cat in uppipe if still oem, many other things but those are the big ones or common issue ones. T-belts done? 107k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gear_monkey Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 Welcome, rear wheel bearings, banjo filter bolt, cat in uppipe if still oem, many other things but those are the big ones or common issue ones. T-belts done? 107k can you talk more about the "cat in uppipe"? I'm assuming you mean a catalytic converter?...remember, I'm turbo stupid! Yes everything on the car is oem. the dealer did the timing belt, valve covers, tires, shocks, belts, hoses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOneDoubleN Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 The LGT has 3 catalytic converters. One of them is in the uppipe, which carries exhaust gas from the exhaust manifold to the turbo in order to spin up the turbine. This is extremely restrictive and the uppipe should either be gutted or replaced with an aftermarket piece. There is also some concern that if for some freak reason that cat started to fall apart, it could get sucked into the turbo and destroy it. The other two cats are in the downpipe, which carries exhaust gasses remaining, after spooling the turbo, out to the rest of the exhaust. A lot of people change out the downpipe to something less restrictive, which will not only add 10/15hp, but will also reduce turbo lag by increasing the speed of the air that flows across the turbine, making the turbo spool up faster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gear_monkey Posted July 14, 2012 Author Share Posted July 14, 2012 thanks! I know these noob questions can be irritating but your explanation is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Banjo Bolt. If its clogged say goodbye to your turbo. Also make sure your OCI are consistent. I go every 3k since Im at 122,000 miles using Rotella 6 5w-40 Here's a link to the banjo bolt Walkthrough http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2-5gt-turbo-oil-supply-banjo-bolt-filter-removal-62371.html And welcome to the site! Enjoy the new Subaru Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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