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  1. FA20DIT - 2.0L Direct-Injection/Turbo (2014-2018)
    Hi all, I am having trouble determining which Short block I need for my Subaru. Initially someone suggested that I needed the 10103AC480 short block which turned out to be only for WRX models. When entering my VIN number in Subaru parts it says that I need short block with part number...
  2. New Member Introductions
    New Subaru owner here, first one. High hopes for it! It's the XT :)
  3. What's My Foz Worth?
    Hey everyone. After diggin through the site before posting my question I found this, perfect. I have a 2005 Forester XT Auto with a list of mods below. Owned and driven in Washington and North Carolina so no rust. I think this is a unique car based on the mods that I did that suit me. The used...
  4. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    I purchased a Killer B turbo inlet second hand in a bundle of parts, their website says it’s for 02-07 wrx and 04-21 sti. Also quoted it says “This will fit the 2004-2008 Forester XT with further modification, due to clearances an STI manifold will be required.“ I drive a 2005 Forester Xt 5m...
  5. Wheels and Tires / Tyres
    I'm currently running 235/60 R18 on my 2016 Forester. Ride is pretty comfy and it handles well. Since I don't want to spend money on lowering springs, I've noticed that the wheels look quite tall (long?) from the back epecially if I remove the mud guards. I currently have 18x8.5 wheels and I...
  6. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    I recently purchased a 2004 Forester XT with 225k miles. I need to pull the engine to do the timing belt. While I'm in there I'm going to find an oil leak around the oil pan, fix a fuel leak, find out why the power steering squeals, and flush and replace the A/C compressor and condenser. Is...
  7. What's My Foz Worth?
    Trying to understand market value for my car, 2006 XT with a 2018 STi EJ257 swapped into it, among other things, thanks! Car Body/Exterior 2006 Forester XT in regal blue pearl with ~180k on the body Paint in decent shape, not perfect but above for a 2006 Minimal/normal rust for a Virginia...
  8. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    I installed a 07sti pan and iag oil pickup on my 05 FXT and forgot an o-ring. There are two in the pan the oil pickup and something else. I didn’t forget the oil pickup one I forgot the other one. I’ll attach a pic of my other oil pan so you guys can see what I’m talking about. Should I go pull...
  9. Members' Journals
    Hello fairly new to the forum, Havnt made many posts. After about a year of modifications I figured I would share if anyone else was looking to do similar upgrades. Did a lot of research from different sites to see what works and had some trial and error moments. Willing to answer any questions...
  10. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    I promised I have spent some time looking through the threads here for some specific information, but haven't found anything definitive yet. In a nutshell, my engine blew a few days ago due to a common oil consumption problem with the EJ25, and now I am in the market for a used engine to...
  11. EJ25 - 2.5L Turbocharged (2004-2013)
    Hey guys, fairly new member here and a first-time poster. So please excuse my lack of knowledge. So I have a 2010 Forester 2.5 XT and unfortunately, my engine has decided to completely give out on me. My wife and I were on the way back from a beach trip when my oil light started flashing, I...
  12. Wheels and Tires / Tyres
    Hi everyone! I'm looking for 15' rims for my Forester 2.0XT 2003. The main problem with this size and car is that only few rims will clear the front brake calipers in FXT (294mm 2-pot). I'm looking for an alternative rim for Method MR502 VT-spec in that size. Method Wheels are almost unavailable...
  13. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    I've got a (technically it's the Boss') 2011 Forester X. Not real optioned out, but needing to do a engine rebuild/swap due to headgasket/oil consumption issues. I'm eyeballing a totaled XT with low mileage and a few other higher trim models coming up for auction on Copart. I understand the...
  14. FA20DIT - 2.0L Direct-Injection/Turbo (2014-2018)
    Hi guys! Im new here and first time to own a subaru. I did enjoy reading lots of information in the group. I just bought a used Subaru Forester XT 2013 (09/2013 year built) japan import. I am first owner here in New Zealand. It has a Cold air intake. I just do not know the brand of it. If you...
  15. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    2004 foz xt 260k km, what maintenance would you guys recommend? I have no records. the car runs well little issues with the ambient air sensor I think the dash displays 50C all the time. weird noise coming from one of the belts/pulleys at the front. here is what I got so far -water pump -PCV...
  16. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hello hello, As the title states (surprisingly) I’m having some issues with my 06 forester xt. It had ringland failure and was swapped out with an 06 sti block, 06 wrx heads and retained the stock intake manifold. Car is completely stock minus a cold air intake. So currently it’s got a rough...
  17. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Greetings I'm new to this site and currently a owner of a 04 Forester XT 2.5L 5 speed and so far I'm not impressed. The vehicle has 98k miles on it and it has a few issues with it that makes it no fun, I'm hoping more experienced users can help me out. I paid 6200 for it and I wanted to know if...
  18. Videos
    Here’s my latest video on my Subaru Channel. Me and a buddy did a Friday the 13th overnighter on Bingham Mtn, a local Jeep trail in North Alabama. X-Mode came in handy a few times and the Subaru outperformed my expectations! Hope y’all enjoy! if you like it, throw your brother a subscription please!
  19. Brakes
    Dear Forester Community, I've run through the diagnostics procedure for a DTC 38 (Abnormal Outlet Solenoid Valve Circuit(s) in ABSCM&H/U Steps 1 through 3 (Input voltage fine, Ground circuit fine - no obvious poor contact in connectors, etc.) I'm now at Step 4 which is reset & I still get a...
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