Hey all,
Just wanted to introduce myself.
About my Subaru:
2004 Subaru Forester XS. Black. Originally purchased new by my parents in late 2003. While driving it in 2004, my dad was in a very bad accident where he was struck by a mini van. Though he was knocked unconscious, he was fortunately not seriously hurt. The car, however, received substantial frame, engine and electrical damage. In a poor attempt to save a buck, the insurance company did not total the car. Six months and over $30,000 in repairs later, they finally turned the car back over to us. My parents purchased a Ford Ranger in late 2007 and at that point I began to occasionally borrow the Subaru. (I primarily use public transportation b/c it is subsidized by my job)
Major Maintenance:
Early 2008 - Distributor and spark plug wires replaced, done by Self
Late 2008 - o2 sensors and cats replaced, done by Dealership under Federal Warranty
Early 2009 - Passenger side rear wheel bearing replaced, done by stealership
Early 2010 - Coolant water pipe corroded. repair done by DPS Tuning
About me:
I am currently earning my J.D. with the hopes of one day practicing patent law. During the day, however, I work for the Department of Commerce as a Statistician. My love for cars is more based on a love for technology than a need for speed. While doing my undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, I got the opportunity to take several courses relating engines and vehicles. I've pretty much had the car addiction since then. After undergrad, I took Automotive Technology classes at my community college to give myself a more practical side to my theoretical background. I have also taken the ASE A1 Engine Repair test towards my ASE certification. All this said, I've never done any difficult work on this (or any) Subaru. While I have a solid background in both the technical and practical aspects of auto repair, I find that my knowledge is very nominal compared to experienced mechanics and gear heads. My main vehicle (though very very rarely driven) is a 1990 Nissan 300zx.
Anyways, I'm hoping to soak up as much as I can about maintaining and repairing Subarus. My family is having some overheating issues with the 2004, and I am going to invariably be called on to fix the problem. After being a (semi-fanatical) member of 300zx forums, I know how valuable forums like these are to a DIY mechanic.
-Bob
Just wanted to introduce myself.
About my Subaru:
2004 Subaru Forester XS. Black. Originally purchased new by my parents in late 2003. While driving it in 2004, my dad was in a very bad accident where he was struck by a mini van. Though he was knocked unconscious, he was fortunately not seriously hurt. The car, however, received substantial frame, engine and electrical damage. In a poor attempt to save a buck, the insurance company did not total the car. Six months and over $30,000 in repairs later, they finally turned the car back over to us. My parents purchased a Ford Ranger in late 2007 and at that point I began to occasionally borrow the Subaru. (I primarily use public transportation b/c it is subsidized by my job)
Major Maintenance:
Early 2008 - Distributor and spark plug wires replaced, done by Self
Late 2008 - o2 sensors and cats replaced, done by Dealership under Federal Warranty
Early 2009 - Passenger side rear wheel bearing replaced, done by stealership
Early 2010 - Coolant water pipe corroded. repair done by DPS Tuning
About me:
I am currently earning my J.D. with the hopes of one day practicing patent law. During the day, however, I work for the Department of Commerce as a Statistician. My love for cars is more based on a love for technology than a need for speed. While doing my undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, I got the opportunity to take several courses relating engines and vehicles. I've pretty much had the car addiction since then. After undergrad, I took Automotive Technology classes at my community college to give myself a more practical side to my theoretical background. I have also taken the ASE A1 Engine Repair test towards my ASE certification. All this said, I've never done any difficult work on this (or any) Subaru. While I have a solid background in both the technical and practical aspects of auto repair, I find that my knowledge is very nominal compared to experienced mechanics and gear heads. My main vehicle (though very very rarely driven) is a 1990 Nissan 300zx.
Anyways, I'm hoping to soak up as much as I can about maintaining and repairing Subarus. My family is having some overheating issues with the 2004, and I am going to invariably be called on to fix the problem. After being a (semi-fanatical) member of 300zx forums, I know how valuable forums like these are to a DIY mechanic.
-Bob
