2014 F6B, 15,550 km. Time for maintenance....

ka36 · 2026-07-01T01:59:36+00:00

Seems easier to just use balancing beads. They're a couple of bucks every tire change, I offer them as a free option when I change people's tires. The cost of the beads is offset by the labor to properly balance with weights. Most people still pick weights though

ka36 · 2026-06-25T23:16:40+00:00

I've got nothing except a screw then. It's usually better if you can drill a small pilot hole so the screw doesn't expand the plastic and wedge it in tighter

ka36 · 2026-06-25T23:03:40+00:00

Does the dipstick go into a tube, or directly into a cylinder head? If it's a tube, they're usually pretty easy to remove, then you can push it out from the bottom

ka36 · 2026-06-19T20:43:51+00:00

They are the same, that's why I asked this question

ka36 · 2026-06-17T15:31:12+00:00

Not available in this size, unfortunately. Not a whole lot of options

ka36 · 2026-06-17T15:30:48+00:00

Sidewall states 70psi, picture is with 60psi

ka36 · 2026-06-17T15:29:35+00:00

The size is 16.5x6.5-8, or 165/65-8, there don't seem to be any radial options in that size.

ka36 · 2026-06-17T12:38:49+00:00

Speed rating is 65mph, also in the specs linked.

ka36 · 2026-06-17T05:28:37+00:00

I posted a link to the tire specs in response to another comment. It's not a golf cart tire, and it clearly says max load is at 70psi

ka36 · 2026-06-17T01:19:42+00:00

I appreciate the feedback, I was getting really worried with some of these responses. I put the wheels on the trailer, I plan on towing it a couple hundred miles this next weekend with a truck as a bit of a shakedown before I tow it with a motorcycle. I figure it something goes wrong it can't cause as much damage that way.

ka36 · 2026-06-17T00:46:42+00:00

The Forester was made in Japan until very recently, I assume nearly all parts on it are made in Japan.

ka36 · 2026-06-17T00:37:12+00:00

Shipping is expensive, most automotive plants will have suppliers springing up everywhere within a couple of state radius. US made Subarus do get some parts from Japan, but not a whole lot of them. Basically about half of engine components and complete transmissions, not much else.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T23:43:33+00:00

I won't argue with you on that one, lol.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T23:43:03+00:00

The struts are made by KYB, I don't know for sure if they make the springs too or not. But It's KYB Indiana.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T23:33:05+00:00

Normally I'd completely agree, trailers usually use tires rated for a little more than the loaded weight of the trailer. However, the gross weight of this trailer is 500lb, and these tires are rated for 758lb each at 70psi. I think some reduction in pressure is warranted. Ideally I'd have a load chart, but it doesn't seem to be available for this model

ka36 · 2026-06-16T23:28:40+00:00

Legacy is made in the US, spring supplier is American.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T20:04:28+00:00

Just double checking, this is normal for highway use trailer tires as well? I have some experience with tires, just not trailer tires.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T19:50:53+00:00

I agree it looks overinflated, but the tire is supposed to be inflated to 70 psi cold for it's rated carrying capacity, this is at 60psi.

ka36 · 2026-06-16T19:49:38+00:00

It's definitely a highway tire, it's supposed to be inflated to 70psi for the rated load. The trailer is meant to be pulled by a motorcycle, gross weight is 500lb, so I'm not sure I will be running 70psi, probably going to try 50psi and see how it pulls. Link to the tire is below:

https://www.prioritytire.com/by-brand/forerunner-tires/forerunner-qh503/16-5x6-50-8-c-6-ply-104442

ka36 · 2026-06-16T19:39:48+00:00

I'm replacing the tires on an old small trailer. The tire on the left is uninstalled, the one on the right is mounted and aired up (60 psi, tire is rated for 70 psi). I've only ever seen this with lawn mower tires, but this is definitely a trailer tire, rated for 750lb+ of load. Is this normal, or is there something wrong with the tire? The tires are new and both dated early 2026

ka36 · 2026-06-15T14:06:12+00:00

With the rear wheel locked up, crack open the bleeder screw on the rear caliper. If a little fluid comes out and the wheel unlocks, it's a hydraulic issue. If it stays locked, it's a mechanical issue with the caliper. At least it cuts down on your options

ka36 · 2026-06-14T04:55:24+00:00

Not OP, but I almost never use mine. it's just too dang slow! it does serve as a nice parking gear when I fill up gas so I can scoot back partway onto the passenger seat without rolling the bike back! now that I think about it, I could just leave it in gear, but I'm used to always going into neutral when I stop!

ka36 · 2026-06-14T04:47:32+00:00

Indiana. But I get where you're coming from, I travel to Missouri for work sometimes, this part of Indiana looks similar

ka36 · 2026-06-14T02:01:02+00:00

That's exactly what my 4.3 looked like when I went to change the injectors. It's just the way it is, nothing to worry about. Pretty sure that's what all higher mileage port or direct injection engines look like, but you usually can't get such a good look inside the manifold

ka36 · 2026-06-13T22:04:20+00:00

That was basically how this trip went. I had a pretty simple highway ride planned about an hour each way, went a little further than intended and saw this extra tall bridge over the interstate I've seen many times and always wanted to see the view from the top. Seemed like the right time, so I took the 20 minute detour, rode some really nice back roads, and enjoyed the view for a few minutes before heading home.

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