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  1. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hi Everyone, Been working on this problem for a couple of days. I recently rebuilt my engine in my 2009 Subaru Forester XT F4-2.5L SOHC ej25. After getting everything buttoned up I got a crank no start. Cleared Codes> Codes came back : p0108, p0118, p0123, p0198, p0223, p0328. p0108- Map...
  2. Motor Conversions
    On my second set of head gaskets (that I know of, car was purchased used) and there's exhaust in the coolant now. I don't want to do headgaskets again with the very real possibility of having to just do it again later. Again. Mechanic recommended an engine swap but EJ25s are expensive and they...
  3. Motor Conversions
    My 2012 XT with 112k miles is misfiring on all 4 cylinders and seems to be getting worse by the week. The Subaru dealership and my local mechanic think it's sludge on the cam phasers. Long, sad story and I've learned my lesson. The dealership is offering $7k for it, but in spite of my neglect, I...
  4. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    so i recently bought a 2005 forester xt with a brand new ej255 bottom end. car was definitely a bit of a project when i got it but whatever, got it running and was going to start to break it in a for bit. one day i started it and heard a loud ticking sound and immediately killed it. started...
  5. Motor Conversions
    I have 2011 Forester with a FB25 that blew a rod bearing. I found a EJ25 I'm hoping to swap with. I have confirmed the head gaskets were changed with Fel-Pro. I plan on replacing the timing belt, water pump... Is there anything special I need to do or look for. I.e. sensors, hose routing, etc...
  6. Offroad Suspension
    Hi All!! I have a 07 SG and was looking to upgrade the suspension. Just wondering what everyone else is running and what the pros and cons are to your setup. Any recommendations or advice is greatly appreciated! Also if there is another forum where this has already been discussed LMK! 🤠🤠
  7. Motor Conversions
    I have an '04 Forester with an EJ251 with the usual blown head gasket. While I marvel at the fact it last for over 250k miles, it's time for a new engine. I have the opportunity to get an FB20D from a '17 Impreza, but I don't know how practical this would be. Any thoughts? The Forester has a...
  8. Motor Conversions
    Hello I have a 2008 Subaru Impreza outback sport that has a 2.5 engine and the timing went bad… I got a pulled engine from a 2000 Subaru Outback and was wondering if I could put that in my 2008 Impreza. I noticed they’re both EJ25, Both single cam, both 2.5 but the ecu plug in on both are...
  9. EJ25 - 2.5L Non-Turbo (1998-2010)
    Hello everybody, I’m fairly new to these forums but have been lurking for the past couple years. Sadly, an issue has motivated me to make my first post. I have an ‘07 Subaru forester x (sohc) that sadly overheated over summer on the way back from a friends memorial in Montana. A failed...
  10. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    Hey guys! Was just wondering if anyone had a used catback in the central Pennsylvania area? My midpipe snapped and the rest of the exhaust is pretty crusty. Lol looking for aftermarket but OEM would be okay too!
  11. Motor Conversions
    Picked up a 2003 Forester X Auto trans that had a the timing belt snap. Found a motor from the same year (supposedly) from a yard, ej251, 134k, unknown auto or manualhad new belts and alternator and all seemed to be in order. Checked intake manifold/sensors, cam and crank gears and all seem to...
  12. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Since my water punk busted, I need to take off all of the timing belts, but I can’t for the life of me figure out how to take of the bolt for the crank pulley. I can’t find any info on the direction the engine turns (to try the starter bump technique), or of the bolt is reverse threaded. I have...
  13. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hello everyone, this is a new comer as 2010 Subaru Forester Owner from China. Nice to be here. As in China, Subaru sales number in market is very low, I can not find community with a very good and constructive discussion. Therefore I am very happy to find this forum and to talk with your guys...
  14. Motor Conversions
    Hi everyone, New to this forum, so sorry if this is a bit confusing. I have a 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5X, and the engine completely failed. While I was away, my father purchased a JDM EJ25 to swap into it, and I have no technical knowledge of how to do this. Is this something I can realistically...
  15. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    Hi all, a new member here from aus currently we have a forester that does not have a blow off valve at the moment (yes i know this is bad) however we do not have the stock factory blow off valve is it recommended to buy an aftermarket blow off valve since there is not one on the motor at this time?
  16. EJ25 - 2.5L Non-Turbo (1998-2010)
    I was trying to remove the screws on the back of the oil pump and two of them stripped out. No big deal, I'll just order a new pump. There is a 9 stamped on the front of the pump near the crankshaft position sensor. I assume from reading here that that represents 9mm? The car has 150K miles...
  17. EJ25 - 2.5L Non-Turbo (1998-2010)
    Hello. Quick question. I've got a 2002 Forester EJ25 that I am replacing the head gaskets in. My specific question is regarding the camshaft plugs on the rear of the heads. I can't find much info regarding R&R for those. Are they like a freeze plug in that they are a metal to metal fit? Do...
  18. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    Where can I purchase a complete OEM gasket kit for my non turbo EJ25? I see some listed here and there but they usually have the old non MLS head gaskets in the kit. So I'd appreciate any leads. Also do I really need to machine the cylinder heads if it has never been overheated? I've done a...
  19. EJ25 - 2.5L Non-Turbo (1998-2010)
    Wassup y’all, I got a 2004 Forester X all stock except for some exterior rally mods I put on but I’ve been waiting to get my wheels and tires to start adding some things to the engine. I’ve only had it for about 2 months and when I bought it I was told gauge cluster was changed and that It...
  20. Forester Shopping
    Hi all, Looking at two manual SH foresters which have similar kms, both in decent condition, and are similarly priced. The big difference is that one has the FB25 and the other has the EJ25. Which would you be taking and why? Which is more reliable and will last longer? Is either better...
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