2015 Forester 2.0

[richard_crl032]

4 hours ago, PPeripheraL said:

Hi Richard,

 

Thanks for the advice, will do a bit more research and understanding on the front/rear arbs. How long is the downtime for magic collars?

Just found some scratches on my rear bumper, and now can see some black marks on a otherwise white car. 😱 any recommendations for bumper respray with the original subaru white colour? Thinking touch up might be obvious.

Hi PP,

Most welcomed ... magic collars installation should be within 1-1.5 hr of actual work ... purist may want to do realignment but not absolutely needed especially if done within last few 10s of k km.

Touch up indeed only for small scratches and indeed may be obvious especially white due to yellowing if few years old and parked under the sun.  

Most workshops are there about ... complete front/rear bumper about sgd200/150 cos front is more complicated and SKM is one subaru owners' fav that also does or arrange for respray.

Cheers.

Richard

[richard_crl032]

5 hours ago, PPeripheraL said:

Hi, 

ive not tried any enhancements yet but vaguely recall seeing some sti parts on display at MI. Which other places provide these and what’s the expected damage?

Hi PP,

Dun bother with these except the flexible subframe for fxt while no subframe for fna since it is for expected more spirited driving of fxt but at the expense of more harder ride which the fxt is as compared to fna especially different springs, damper and tires.

No end and I am still struggling while ride compliant, handling and arguably comfort a bit alleviated after all these single front stiffener, rear stiffener pair, front strut, flexible subframe etc. as well as after mkt spring and adjustable cusco touring A dampers...

Rear arb, flexible subframe and perhaps the front arb for handling and your planned magic collars is about there .... else more are of extremely low ROI but YMMV and go test drive if got owners with the same setup.

Cheers.

Richard

Edited March 24, 2020 by richard_crl032

[OnceInALifeTime]

On 3/24/2020 at 8:25 AM, PPeripheraL said:

Hi, 

ive not tried any enhancements yet but vaguely recall seeing some sti parts on display at MI. Which other places provide these and what’s the expected damage?

Hi!

You can try to order online or from local stockist.

[PPeripheraL]

On 3/24/2020 at 1:19 PM, richard_crl032 said:

Hi PP,

Most welcomed ... magic collars installation should be within 1-1.5 hr of actual work ... purist may want to do realignment but not absolutely needed especially if done within last few 10s of k km.

Touch up indeed only for small scratches and indeed may be obvious especially white due to yellowing if few years old and parked under the sun.  

Most workshops are there about ... complete front/rear bumper about sgd200/150 cos front is more complicated and SKM is one subaru owners' fav that also does or arrange for respray.

Cheers.

Richard

Hi Richard,

 

Thanks for the advice, but SKM is referring to? Did a bit of research online and revol seems to be quite recommended - any thoughts?

 

thanks!

[PPeripheraL]

On 3/24/2020 at 1:25 PM, richard_crl032 said:

Hi PP,

Dun bother with these except the flexible subframe for fxt while no subframe for fna since it is for expected more spirited driving of fxt but at the expense of more harder ride which the fxt is as compared to fna especially different springs, damper and tires.

No end and I am still struggling while ride compliant, handling and arguably comfort a bit alleviated after all these single front stiffener, rear stiffener pair, front strut, flexible subframe etc. as well as after mkt spring and adjustable cusco touring A dampers...

Rear arb, flexible subframe and perhaps the front arb for handling and your planned magic collars is about there .... else more are of extremely low ROI but YMMV and go test drive if got owners with the same setup.

Cheers.

Richard

Thanks for the advice Richard, will take a look around and do more reading before taking the plunge.

 

At most will just to accept fxt as it is and continue bouncing around. 😂

[PPeripheraL]

22 hours ago, OnceInALifeTime said:

Hi!

You can try to order online or from local stockist.

Okay will take a look around/research before deciding on what brand/items to take the plunge for.

[teomingern]

On 3/24/2020 at 2:14 AM, OnceInALifeTime said:

Actually, you do have a choice of workshops to perform the service and not limited to MI. But you got to know what you are doing.

From my experience and opinion, MI might provide the standard service at a premium. I had not return to MI since my two free service.

As I do not really find that they are providing me the value that I had expected and I do determine what to be replaced.

For e.g. Do you know that Subaru Japan would actually generally inform that it is ideally to replace the engine oil at the interval of 6 months or 5000 km?

Source: https://www.subaru.jp/accessory/engine_oil/about/

During my first 2 free service at 1,000km and 10,000km, they were providing Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40.

In the first free service, the oil stayed in my engine for approximately 9,000km and after the second service; I replaced the engine oil and oil filter at 15,000km at third part workshop and never to return to MI anymore. From then till now, I just replace my engine oil at 5,000km interval and my cost of service is still much cheaper than to return to the authorised distributor. Neither do I get my vehicle failing on me, having defects or unexpected breakdown.

The 5,000km oil change interval; is after reference of information to Subaru workshop manual service schedule. As it is due to repeated short distance drive in Singapore.

I had expectation that of an authorised distributor to know their stuffs. Should they don't, I will not be willing to pay a premium. As it does not justify at all.

Not to mentioned, there is also a line up of oil that is available:

https://www.subaru.jp/accessory/engine_oil/lineup/

MI isn't offering too. I will not say that they will be the best around. But it is recommended by Subaru.

There are plenty of myths, discussions and opinions on type of engine oil to be used.

There is no oil manufacturer would be able to tell you exactly what is suitable for you. It will be down to the car manufacturer to inform on the exact specification of oil to be used.

You would have to read up to determine what would be suitable for your needs.

Most workshop inspect those items in the checklist by eyes. Maybe a test drive to see if the vehicle is operating properly.

If you are observant towards your vehicle, you will notice when things are not in order. That's where you will drive to the workshop. Else, during your oil change; just get the mechanic to take a quick look to see if there are any worn out parts. (Usually, those are the rubber components) Else, there are not much of fault that will surface without indication or warning.

Last, but not least; MI, although the distributor of Subaru. It is also a separate profit making entity. Should their cost goes high and does not generate their expected profit margin, it will not justify for them to continue the business.

 

Hello bro, 

 

On 3/23/2020 at 12:51 PM, OnceInALifeTime said:

What brake fluid are you using?

Do you know that brake fluid are hydroscopic?

Even if it is DOT 4, there are type that are low viscosity DOT 4.

It will depends alot on your driving needs to select the type of DOT4 brake fluid.

MI recommendation of 20,000 km is based on annual/yearly change. Which is quite fine.

As due to the hydroscopic nature of the fluid, when water moisture is in the brake system and not replaced for period of time. Rust will set in.

Else, you can consider to replace every 24,000 or 25,000 km.

Personally, I will replace every 25,000 km with DOT 4 fluid with higher wet/dry boiling temperature than standard DOT4 fluid.

 

 

 

 

 

Bro, I think you meant hygroscopic... not hydroscopic...

[Busytiger]

On 7/11/2018 at 10:08 AM, richard_crl032 said:

 

Hi Kayaloti and Bros Wishing Local Alternative of Orbit SS316 Clamps Instead of Breeze:

 

 

Sizes here and the Hup Heng hardware shop can advise suitable Orbit part nos. but err on smaller size to avoid excessive protruding ends:

 

• Breeze 9420   (1 per):   21- 44mm
• Breeze 9448H (2 per):  65 - 98mm
• Breeze 9444H (2 Per):  59 - 83mm 

 

This video should help diyer bros:

 

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Cheers,

 

Richard

Hi Richard,

Do you know of any workshop who can do this? I am not a hands-on person....scared DIY then never connect back properly. haha

thanks

[richard_crl032]

14 hours ago, Busytiger said:

Hi Richard,

Do you know of any workshop who can do this? I am not a hands-on person....scared DIY then never connect back properly. haha

thanks

Hi Tiger,

BKS or BMS will be able to do so .. can also call them first if they already have these clamps.

Cheers.

Richard

[richard_crl032]

On 3/26/2020 at 7:38 AM, PPeripheraL said:

Hi Richard,

 

Thanks for the advice, but SKM is referring to? Did a bit of research online and revol seems to be quite recommended - any thoughts?

 

thanks!

Hi PP,

Do not know revol but below the skm contact.

Cheers.

Richard

 

[jessenchan]

On 5/23/2015 at 8:39 PM, Goman888 said:

I am exploring the Forester 2.0 non-turbo version.
Hope to hear existing owner on the good and bad for this car.
Thanks.

how bout the gas consumption ?

[Duatau]

On 3/23/2020 at 12:34 PM, OnceInALifeTime said:

The location of the picture is taken; after removing the plastic covers behind your steering wheel.

thanks bro. will try to figure it out again

[PPeripheraL]

On 3/27/2020 at 8:07 AM, richard_crl032 said:

Hi PP,

Do not know revol but below the skm contact.

Cheers.

Richard

 

Thanks Richard, will compare the quotes and decide again.

[PPeripheraL]

12 hours ago, jessenchan said:

how bout the gas consumption ?

Depends on your driving pattern (city/expy) and weight of your foot. 
 

A realistic estimate is 10-12 km/L.

[Busytiger]

On 3/27/2020 at 8:01 AM, richard_crl032 said:

Hi Tiger,

BKS or BMS will be able to do so .. can also call them first if they already have these clamps.

Cheers.

Richard

Hi Richard,

Thanks for your prompt reply as always.

A few issues to seek your advice :

1) does our Forester XT need to de-carbon due to to turbo engine? I see you do AOS, does it help for de-carbon?

2) do u guys have white smoke from your exhaust when after you cold start?

thanks bro!

[kssg777]

21 hours ago, Busytiger said:

Hi Richard,

Thanks for your prompt reply as always.

A few issues to seek your advice :

1) does our Forester XT need to de-carbon due to to turbo engine? I see you do AOS, does it help for de-carbon?

2) do u guys have white smoke from your exhaust when after you cold start?

thanks bro!

hi Richard

Hijack the topic abit

Need some assistance

My 3 and half year old FNA now having issue.

Lower arm bushing damaged, Front shock absorber got sound. my car mileage only 54000. 

Any good and better price workshop to recommend??

 

[Sarion]

On 3/24/2020 at 1:25 PM, richard_crl032 said:

Hi PP,

Dun bother with these except the flexible subframe for fxt while no subframe for fna since it is for expected more spirited driving of fxt but at the expense of more harder ride which the fxt is as compared to fna especially different springs, damper and tires.

No end and I am still struggling while ride compliant, handling and arguably comfort a bit alleviated after all these single front stiffener, rear stiffener pair, front strut, flexible subframe etc. as well as after mkt spring and adjustable cusco touring A dampers...

Rear arb, flexible subframe and perhaps the front arb for handling and your planned magic collars is about there .... else more are of extremely low ROI but YMMV and go test drive if got owners with the same setup.

Cheers.

Richard

still won't want to try Ohlins? 🙂

[OnceInALifeTime]

On 3/26/2020 at 2:48 PM, teomingern said:

Hello bro, 

 

Bro, I think you meant hygroscopic... not hydroscopic...

Yes. Thank you for the correction.