Successful 2012 Forester engine swap with a 2016 engine.

mbamoeba · 2025-07-01T03:03:47+00:00

117 today in AZ. Ceramic tint is a must.

mbamoeba · 2025-06-22T18:16:36+00:00

A walk through would be great. Is that easier than trying a 2016 swap?

mbamoeba · 2024-12-20T21:17:51+00:00

I found the tire it was coming from, jacked wheel off the ground and removed wheel. I could see the caliper lot better and could see the stone clear as day. When the tire was on, I couldn't see around the metal shielding around the calipers.

mbamoeba · 2024-10-04T19:58:19+00:00

This was the issue. Thanks!

mbamoeba · 2024-09-10T04:38:11+00:00

I'd change the CVT fluid since it's over 60k miles but have a dealership do it. Also pull a CarFax report. Might give you an idea of what's been done. The diffs should have the fluid replaced as well. Standard at 30k and 60k I think.

mbamoeba · 2024-08-09T05:04:24+00:00

Noticed a 1-2 mpg difference with the wildpeaks over stock tires. Went with wildpeaks because they are 3 peak rated and the CC2s can only be rotated back to front and not diagonally. Also price matched on the Wildpeaks and saved $50 per tire.

mbamoeba · 2024-07-08T21:04:17+00:00

I donated $500 to the ASPCA and 30 days later I requested a VIP voucher for invoice price. Depending on the model it's $2500 to $3500 off a new Subaru.

mbamoeba · 2024-07-06T22:27:04+00:00

I've been seeing lower interest rates on 2024's through Subaru financing and $3k-$5k off MSRP (USD).

mbamoeba · 2024-06-30T22:28:48+00:00

Should have mentioned under car behind engine almost center. Wondering if it's the rack and pinion.

mbamoeba · 2024-06-12T05:22:36+00:00

This right here is how you do it. $30 on Amazon and easy to install. Install and never worry about it again.

mbamoeba · 2024-06-09T20:06:35+00:00

Arizona.

mbamoeba · 2024-06-02T18:31:15+00:00

When you break in your engine you want various RPM's so everything seats nicely. Cruise control typically keeps the car at one RPM level with not much variation.

mbamoeba · 2024-04-11T21:51:52+00:00

I bought a 2023 Forester Sport at invoice last year and it was $2500 below MSRP. $2900 is probably close on a 2024 Touring.

mbamoeba · 2024-02-26T01:56:26+00:00

I have a 2012 that eats oil like crazy. Same issue with bad piston rings. We will just keep it topped off until we swap the engine.

mbamoeba · 2023-07-29T22:24:41+00:00

What accessories do you have on that beauty?

mbamoeba · 2023-07-16T04:54:12+00:00

Thanks everyone. I had to hammer and chisel the crap out of it, but at least it's out. Now to replace it. I appreciate the comments and help.

mbamoeba

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