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-mike
Seriously don't run them. It's annoying in the day time and not very useful in the city streets. heck they are just for show actually. I hardly ever use mine. Only in dark empty streets or cruising down a mall strip. hahahahaha..... the latter is a joke.
and my headlights are 80/100w so I guess I'm just a complete nusciance on the road
-mike
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Besides, I use them cause I WANT to be seen.
Pet peeves are pet peeves, and everyone I know who has foglights runs them at all times, and its not illegal, so there is no problem here other than personal opinions.
And in case you wanted to know, its foggy all the time where I live anyway :P
On my ML, which strangely has DOT/E-code approved lamps, I also turn the integrated foglamps on at night since they make a noticable difference, definitely more so than the van. The rear foglamp stays off though, unless I'm driving in fog or heavy rain/snow. Hey, there's a suggestion to Patti! How about adding a rear foglamp (one only please, and on the driver's side) to the tail lamps of all Subarus? Perhaps Euro/Australian Subarus already have them?
Drew
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I prefer that the driver has as much control as possible, including the lock feature that disables all other window switches.
-juice
PS I like the cup holder on the left idea though
..Mike "Ergonomics" Smith again proves he knows most about what matters least
*1 a full 32oz cup o'soda from Taco #ell, when placed in the console's cassette (this was MY91) compartment of the Legacy L wagon will, upon slight acceleration in a right turn from the drive-through window, empty its contents onto the left rear passenger's feet, or merely the floor carpet if your son is in a car seat. Or so I've heard.
..Mike
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I don't even have to read the author to know! ;-)
-juice
-mike
Drew
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All that having been said, I leave the fog lights on in my GT when I want to BE seen as well as see a bit better myself. They are mounted very low and their beam is low and flat. GT fog lights do not blind oncoming drivers, or if they do it is certainly far less than the fully legal and factory stock low beams above them do.
Regards,
-wdb
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-mike
I do it out of courtesy for my fellow drivers, and I am plenty annoyed by others that leave their auxiliary lights on all the time.
-Colin
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Not that any of it has anything to do with future subaru models...
-Colin
Ross
I actually looked into getting E-code headlights for the Trooper, but they were almost $300+ shipping from australia each.
I find my fogs to be no worse than the BMW/Lexus/etc. HIDs that are legal for use...
-mike
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Please let the Product Planners know that I'm waiting for a few revisions to the features list before I replace my '96 Legacy GT 2.5. The 2001 Legacy GT sedans are great. However, I'd like to see the following changes:
The return of 60/40 fold-down rear seats
Side air bags with cloth seats (I'll never buy leather again)
A few extra horses without premium fuel (the Turbo and H6 are nice, but are they really necessary with thoughtful B4 tweaking?)
Higher fuel economy
VDC
Simplify the lineup. There's not much else to differentiate the GT from the GT Limited except price.
More realistic pricing (we're still not talking Bimmer cachet here)
The easiest way I see that happening is increasing displacement. I would offer variable valve timing, but while that could broaden the torque curve and allow for more peak HP at the same time, premium fuel would still be required.
And since the EJ series four cylinder isn't likely to grow beyond 2.5L, then you better hope for a bigger flat six. 3.5L perhaps?
-Colin
Folding seats on Sedans: Don't expect them to be back or to stay in current sedans for long. IIRC 2004 MY requires more stringent rear impact requirements, resulting in them putting in more structural members across the rear seats.
-mike
I vote now to end it before we start killing each other and start a Holy War... Agreed?
-mike
Leo
Dennis
I'm guessing that the 2002 changes would be limited to: daytime running lights (like all other Subarus), and blackwall tires (like the new Outback Sport). There may be some content adjustments and color revisions. Don't expect anything major.
There are many rumors of a turbo surfacing here in the States, but I think that Subaru would rather make that "splash" with the new 2003 model.
Bob
On another note how does the 2.5L H4 preform in the Forester? Better performance than the Rav4? The wife and I are in dispute about which one to get. The wife likes the Rav4 whereas I like the Forester. The good thing is we're looking to buy in the Fall of 2002 so the 2003 models should be coming out. We have the nice luxury of being able to wait and save up. Besides I'm not going to get anything for my Toyota with its age and mileage so might as run it as long as possible.
Leo
For example: When they introduced the new Legacy and Impreza, while mostly all-new models, they did not differ drastically from previous models. I think you can expect the same with 2003 Forester. I think it will be clearly recognized as a "Forester." I think it may be a tad larger and roomier than the current model. Also, Subaru has recently gone on record as to wanting to become known as a performance brand. So I expect to see some "performance-oriented" model, just as they have done with the Impreza WRX.
I'm also hoping they do more to increase the "utility" factor by: offering a better Class II tow package, and re-introduce the dual-range transmission to the North American market. In short, I hope they do more to distinguish itself from other Subarus, and more importantly, from the other mini-SUVs out there.
Bob
Remember, the Rav4 has a 2.0L engine, and the Forester has a 2.5L engine. They both weigh about the same. I would think the Forester has way more "useable" power—a wider power band, and better power when fully loaded—than the Rav4. It can certainly tow more than the Rav4.
Bob
They'll offer a turbo. Maybe not right away, but I think that the WRX 2.0l motor will find its way into the Forester lineup someday.
My pair o' pence,
-wdb
Speaking of the new Rav4, it has a shorter wheelbase than the Forester, yet the rear seats are much roomier and more comfortable. I think part of that extra room has to do with the fact that the Rav4 seats are "higher" off the floor, and more chair-like than those of the Forester.
Bob
I'm not a car enthusist so turbo engine or no turb engine doesn't matter too much to me. But if doing what you said with the suspension and track thingy would improve upon what we want that would be great!
What I'd want to know is why is the carrying capacity on the Forester only 990lb? You put 5 people averaging 200lbs and you've exceed the veicles capacity. Would a better suspension improve the cargo carrying capacity. the Forester can tow 2,000 lb so it can't be the engine/transmision, can it?
Leo
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Bob
-mike
The Forester's payload is actually very good for the class, and beats several mid-sizers. SoA is conservative with its payload and tow ratings.
I'm really hoping for the multilink rear suspension, too. The Impreza actually did *not* get it, but the Outback and Legacy have one. The 2003 Forester will go on a modified Impreza chassis, but I hope they use the big brother's suspension.
That would free up a lot of room. Just look at how Ford found acres of interior room in the new Explorer. The Forester could have both more leg room and cargo room.
Still, the Forester's cargo area is more usable than the RAV4's, which is tall but not very deep at all.
-juice
Also, that rear door opens to the curb, not away from the curb. It was was designed to work for the right-hand drive Japanese market, not left-hand drive markets. It's a small thing, but could in actual use, become very frustrating over time.
Also, everything I just mentioned is true with the CRV too, even though it does have a rear bumper..
Bob