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(1) Where is the exact location for the factory plug-n-play adapter for the trailer wiring? I have looked in the spare tire area and cannot find it there. Anyone know?
(2) Is there a cheaper alternative than the $90+ subaru plug-n-play harness? If so, could you offer what to do in detail? I have a draw-tite brand harness and I've wired it in but cannot tell if it is working properly. I feel I've hooked it up correctly, but am unsure if the draw will be too heavy on the electrical system.
I've searched the forum but cannot find the answers to these questions. I'm moving to Denver from San Diego on Friday and I'm planning to tow a small 4'X8' Uhaul with my couch in it (load will be less than 1000 lbs) and I'm worried about getting the wiring sorted out. I will drop $90 for the subaru wiring, but I'm worried I'll have trouble finding the place to plug the wiring into, and also worried that the part won't arrive in time for my move. I fell ill for 2 weeks and wasn't able to get to all of this until recently! Any advise would be greatly appreciated, thanks!
-juice
Has anyone heard of using a non-subaru trailer wiring setup?
To lessen the draw, what if I removed the bulbs from my tail lights while my trailer was attached?
Thanks for any further advice!
'00 so check the head gaskets for oil seepage, block should be oil-stain-free. It was covered for 100k miles but not 140k, no way. Also inspect both rear wheel bearings, listen for noise. Brakes should be smooth, no pulsating.
With age and high miles it's all about how it was taken care of.
-juice
Depending on how you drive, you're probably safe with oil change every 3000-3500 miles. 5k seems a bit too long.
How do you like the upgraded stereo? Worth the extra $ ?
-Dan-
-juice
On the oil change, the eternal discussion. I use Mobile One on all my vehicles and the 5K with filter seems to be fine. My wife had a Probe GT and she gave it to her dad with 85K on it and it is now up to 135K and does just fine. It is personal preference. Will just have to see how it goes.
I am disapointed that Subaru still uses timing belts and not chains. I have a 2003 Suzuki XL-7 and it has a self adjusting chain. The probe had a belt so that is $300 or so every 60K. Oh well, such is life. As they say: If Mama's not happy, no one is happy". She is happy so we move on.
I have been very easy on the engine during the first 1000 miles. Less than 3000rpm and light on the accelerator. Next week I will hit 1000 miles and will start to drive more normal. Want to see how the car feels running the rpm's up close to redline a few times.
Bought the OBS to save a few bucks on gas and car price. Hope I'm not too disappointed in performance since I have a direct comparison in the car collection (the wife has a Forester XT). So far the OBS handles great. I wonder if there is much of a difference in handling between the OBS and the RS Sport wagon.
Some time this summer I will have to try the OBS and the FXT in an autocross to see how they do. I normally run a Miata.
paddy
Since you're wondering if there's a handling difference between the OBS and the RS wagon, since I own both I'd say that the RS is a bit tighter than the OBS. If you drive primarily on highways and two land roads, the RS is a bit more fun. However, try taking a RS off-road, like forest trails and such. Not much fun there...the OBS is much better I find.
Your OBS will never compare performance-wise with your wife's XT. It's reasonably peppy, but the XT will blow the doors off the OBS. Of course, your gas mileage will be much better.
If you actually take the OBS in an autocross, please post here about what it's like. Sounds like a blast!
-Dan-
As to gas mileage, I've had my OBS for a little over a year now, with just under 20K miles, and I usually get between 29 and 31 mpg with 30 mile commute (average 60 mph) each way to work, running a/c on the drive home, and typically going up and down mountain roads (paved) on the weekends. With the ski racks on (no a/c ), the mpg drops to about 25 or 26.
-juice
So my first question. Premium fuel in the OBS?
Is it a must? A highly recommended suggestion? Or not necessary?
If it's not a must, but highly recommended, please tell me the benefits so's I can smile with satisfaction as I pay for very expensive fuel.
Thanks,
Beck
-Brian
-juice
I pick up my new OBS tonight!
And where can you see the new look of the '06 model?
Doesn't hurt that I'm Tar Heel born and bred either, but that's another post altogether.
Thanks for the link.
Beck
I can understand that some are not into the two-tone, but for those of us who are more sold by 'rugged' than 'sporty'... well it was right up my alley.
-juice
-juice
Has anyone seen the Subaru extended warranty on sale some place? I have seen Ford and several others on sale from various dealers.
-juice
I would think it would be different with the Hot Rods (WRX, etc) but any thoughts would be appreciated.
I work and live in your area. We have three aqua blue metallic outback sport special editions in my dealership...one of which I intend to purchase later this month, but you are welcome to one of the others. I work at Southern States Imports in Raleigh. Check the website if you'd like to see that the one you like is there. Call and ask for Melissa if you have further questions. I'd love to see one go to somebody as excited about that car as I am. :-)
-Dan-
I'd commented elsewhere that I want AWD to give me some confidence when driving in rain, but after reading some threads, maybe I'm making wrong assumptions. Will hydroplaning be more a function of tires than of front, or rear, or all wheel drive?? Plenty of other people drive two wheel drive vehicles, and they don't seem to be bothered by rain!
Any suggestions on the OBS vs the Imp. RS Wagon? Mileage is my main concern after safety.
Thanks,
Desk
-juice
The decision is a bit subjective, but both vehicles are just great. Ride-wise, either one should be an improvement from your '98 Forester.
Average mileage is anywhere from 24-29, depending on time of year and how it's driven.
-Dan-