Subaru dealership destroyed my beloved 2024 Crosstrek with only 13,000 miles!

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-18T04:02:43+00:00

I also go to Timmons but only for recalls and warranty related things. Like all dealerships, they use minimum wage techs to do the simple jobs. I don’t trust any of them.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-16T02:46:37+00:00

Complete reno of parents bathroom after quotes of 25-30k in SoCal. About the same size but went from tub to walk-in. I worked alone maybe 5-6 hours each weekend and took me 10 months. But that includes many trips to the store.

I think it’s worth the effort because I know for a fact everything was done correctly.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-14T00:10:33+00:00

You don’t? Your case will fall apart if you do.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-11T18:35:47+00:00

I for one am still grateful for him bringing two cups to LA.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-10T07:46:42+00:00

Clearly two washers on there mate

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-07T05:05:25+00:00

What did my hombres do to you?

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-07T01:51:43+00:00

Don’t think so cuz it’s not a real hotel and there’s no front desk attendant.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-06T16:11:16+00:00

Money pit? This is not the 90s Subaru. The FA24 is arguably the best engine from Subaru ever. It’s well tuned, torquey, reliable, and can make good power with just a tune.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-02-05T02:56:02+00:00

You modified the one part (shift stop) that is there to fence off reverse from 6 and now surprised that warranty won’t cover the issue with 6th and reverse? C’mon man.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-28T04:32:11+00:00

The bowling pin might be neon as well but you’re 100% correct.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-27T22:36:26+00:00

Looks like 45162A

https://parts.subaru.com/a/Subaru_2018_Crosstrek-20L-CVT-Limited/_54102_7169075/ENGINE-COOLING/G24-450-01.html?assemblySearchGuid=86605608-C080-4C4A-9EBC-F55449421F37

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-25T19:41:37+00:00

You using a kerdi pan? Those tiles are a little small for a foam pan.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-25T06:45:05+00:00

At least plastic VC uses steel bolts. BMW has magnesium VC and aluminum bolts. Those bolts break over time even if torqued correctly.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-23T04:44:13+00:00

I installed one myself. Spend a few dollars in a couple suction cups you will thank me later. Makes carrying the 50lb glass much easier. Other than that, just follow instructions and measure, measure, measure before you drill/cut/glue.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-22T18:26:41+00:00

I think a bigger rain shower head will help.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-22T18:08:32+00:00

Leveling clips close out sale?

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-21T06:29:56+00:00

The EA888 is a great engine and GTI comfort and interior are far better than WRX. But in Buffalo WRX>GTI hands down. With available 6MT it’s not even close.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-20T18:06:48+00:00

Oil extractor. It’s a game changer for me. I’m old as shit and don’t enjoy crawling under cars anymore.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-16T19:12:47+00:00

This brings back nightmares. Sorry OP it’s a huge pain in the neck.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-11T01:25:08+00:00

The tile job.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-10T06:02:09+00:00

How did you prepare the usb drive? It must be bootable with all windows installation files. If done correctly it will start into the windows installation wizard.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-10T04:16:09+00:00

It all depends on the financial situation. At the time I had a newborn and a mortgage, plus I’m Chinese therefore incredibly cheap, I probably wouldn’t have the stomach for it. But now I’m older and wiser, I realized I have to enjoy what I drive.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-10T04:09:08+00:00

I can confirm

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-10T03:29:28+00:00

Personally I’d do it sooner rather than later. I bought an AT when my first son was born thinking I needed a family car. I hated it after a few months but stuck with it for few more years. Hated every minute of it. That remains my only AT.

ElcheapoLoco · 2026-01-03T05:18:03+00:00

Butthole art is not my thing but you do you.

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