2015 Forester 2.0

[richard_crl032]

Still within operating range. U can do a search in the forum. The range is mentioned before

Hi Zpliu,

 

Not sure where mentioned and quoted but my understanding is trouble starts at 120 deg C but indeed 100+ is not unexpected unless consistently >105 deg if not tracking.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

[titaniclexus]

Hi Bros,

 

Still see a bit of yellowish coloration of the previous tiong led signal bulb and a bit concern on the reliability .. changed to this philips one while noting need resistor or preferred aka more expensive diode dynamic module to prevent hyperflashing.

 

Yes, there are also silver coated halogen bulbs from Philips with no concern on hyperflashing like stock yellow halogen bulbs but dimmer.

 

Cheera.

 

Richard

 

Hi Richard, do you compare the philps LED signal light vs the stock signal light before? Very bright and nice bo?

 

I intend to get this philips T20 LED amber signal light and the diode dynamic module.....

 

Still checking where can get the cheapest.... so far i think philips T20 LED is ebay cheaper and diode dynamic module is amazon cheaper.....

 

Edited September 11, 2018 by titaniclexus

[Zpliu]

Hi Zpliu,

 

Not sure where mentioned and quoted but my understanding is trouble starts at 120 deg C but indeed 100+ is not unexpected unless consistently >105 deg if not tracking.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Ahaha...must have messed up. Just search and couldnt find. I did read somewhere though, but yes 100 plus is well within norm

[richard_crl032]

Hi Richard, do you compare the philps LED signal light vs the stock signal light before? Very bright and nice bo?

 

I intend to get this philips T20 LED amber signal light and the diode dynamic module.....

 

Still checking where can get the cheapest.... so far i think philips T20 LED is ebay cheaper and diode dynamic module is amazon cheaper.....

 

Hi Titanic,

 

Philips is the best after dumping 2 different jap and tiong sets ... it is swee swee and bright. Osram is yellowish vs amber and even diode dynamic led ones shows a bit of yellowish vs Philips that is almost 99% with grey cover but it is not cheap or basically most expensive but I believe more reliable.

 

Yes, diode dynamic module quite cool with various functionalities e.g. setting signalling frequencies, lock/unlock signal light timing etc. including stopping this hyperflashing ..using resistors is hot and can be fire hazard.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Edited September 11, 2018 by richard_crl032

[Vinceng]

Everyone who bought forester na got a good deal

 

Everyone who bought xt pre ves got the best deal

 

Loving every min of my xt

 

Some say the Forester XT is like a Japanese Porsche Cayenne at  less than 1/2 the price of the Porsche. 

Edited September 11, 2018 by Vinceng

[richard_crl032]

Some say the Forester XT is like a Japanese Porsche Cayenne at less than 1/2 the price of the Porsche.

Hi Vince,

 

Ride suspension and handling need to be fixed along with soundproofing .. yes, similiar boxer engine and think 350nm 240hp nowadays have various suvs like harrier turbo, glc250 which I test drove etc. also about there.

 

VFM at then low price for such performance is key I believe.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Edited September 11, 2018 by richard_crl032

[alex976]

Everyone who bought forester na got a good deal

 

Everyone who bought xt pre ves got the best deal

 

Loving every min of my xt

Bro agreed with you. Been looking at used FXT. The price asked is outrageous

[titaniclexus]

Hi Titanic,

 

Philips is the best after dumping 2 different jap and tiong sets ... it is swee swee and bright. Osram is yellowish vs amber and even diode dynamic led ones shows a bit of yellowish vs Philips that is almost 99% with grey cover but it is not cheap or basically most expensive but I believe more reliable.

 

Yes, diode dynamic module quite cool with various functionalities e.g. setting signalling frequencies, lock/unlock signal light timing etc. including stopping this hyperflashing ..using resistors is hot and can be fire hazard.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Thanks Richard.

 

Some bro shared his diode dynamic led light bulb price is USD99 if I remembered correctly. Then Philips shld be good enough n value for money bah... hehe

[richard_crl032]

Bro agreed with you. Been looking at used FXT. The price asked is outrageous

Hi Alex,

 

No choice leh ... sell liao buy what with such performance and space ?

 

Hence I never hesitate to spend a bit more to mod my fxt on every which way but more performance since adequate for me and warranty concern.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

[astc80]

Hi astc,

 

Just in case, please read here:

 

http://www.mycarforum.com/topic/2702496-new-suzuki-vitara-2016/page-18

 

Not sure this high rev gearing issue but seems even new suzuki vitara is faced with same poor sound insulation aka hollow aka tin car syndrome.

 

Do go test drive and share with us here since I am only speculating.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Hi all,

 

Just to share. I went to test drive the vitara and felt that the engine is abit noisy at higher speed. The doors also need more strength to close it shut. Not a very good feel for the car.

 

A side question, can anyone share which is a good value motor insurance to take for new driver?

 

Thanks!

[eggroe]

Hi all, am new to mcf.

 

I'm currently looking at SUV's and have narrowed down to either the Forester or XV.

Both cars has its own selling points, making it a very tough choice, especially with the Forester being priced as it is!

On the other hand, the XV has eye-sight and a newer platform.

 

Anyway, can anyone advise me on what other features does the Forester have that the XV doesn't, and vice-versa (besides what can be seen on sgcarmart's comparison)?

Have seen both cars but cannot remember all the details.

 

I think what's listed on Subaru's website is a little different than what MI is actually selling.

 

TIA!

 

 

EDIT (to conserve my # of posts per day): Btw, @ atsc, I think if you sign on a new driver insurance with MI, you can negotiate for additional discounts. 

Hi all,

Just to share. I went to test drive the vitara and felt that the engine is abit noisy at higher speed. The doors also need more strength to close it shut. Not a very good feel for the car.

A side question, can anyone share which is a good value motor insurance to take for new driver?

Thanks!

 

Edited September 11, 2018 by eggroe

[richard_crl032]

Hi all,

 

Just to share. I went to test drive the vitara and felt that the engine is abit noisy at higher speed. The doors also need more strength to close it shut. Not a very good feel for the car.

 

A side question, can anyone share which is a good value motor insurance to take for new driver?

 

Thanks!

Hi astc,

 

Thanks for the update.

 

Hope you also test drove the fna and done the comparison.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

Hi all, am new to mcf.

 

I'm currently looking at SUV's and have narrowed down to either the Forester or XV.

Both cars has its own selling points, making it a very tough choice, especially with the Forester being priced as it is!

On the other hand, the XV has eye-sight and a newer platform.

 

Anyway, can anyone advise me on what other features does the Forester have that the XV doesn't, and vice-versa (besides what can be seen on sgcarmart's comparison)?

Have seen both cars but cannot remember all the details.

 

I think what's listed on Subaru's website is a little different than what MI is actually selling.

 

TIA!

 

 

EDIT (to conserve my # of posts per day): Btw, @ atsc, I think if you sign on a new driver insurance with MI, you can negotiate for additional discounts.

Hi eggroe,

 

MI will not fit solar film on front windscreen for xv due to eyesight and expects you to take the risk to do so .... hopefully not from insurers when you need to make claim.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

[eggroe]

Hi eggroe,

 

MI will not fit solar film on front windscreen for xv due to eyesight and expects you to take the risk to do so .... hopefully not from insurers when you need to make claim.

 

Cheers.

 

Richard

 

Hi Richard, thanks for the reply. I understand that.

 

But what about the other key features of the Forester which the XV may lack (besides the obvious and most significant advantage, boot size)?

 

1. Boot size

2. Electric chair

3. Sunroof

4. Apple carplay (?)

5. 

 

On the other hand, the XV has the following but Forester don't:

1. Eye-sight

2. New platform

3. GPS navigational system

4. Direct-injection

5. 

 

Appreciate if any sifus can provide further insights.

[Lotr8445r]

Hi Richard, thanks for the reply. I understand that.

 

But what about the other key features of the Forester which the XV may lack (besides the obvious and most significant advantage, boot size)?

 

1. Boot size

2. Electric chair

3. Sunroof

4. Apple carplay (?)

5.

 

On the other hand, the XV has the following but Forester don't:

1. Eye-sight

2. New platform

3. GPS navigational system

4. Direct-injection

5.

 

Appreciate if any sifus can provide further insights.

If what XV has but Forester dont have is a major concerns to you, then u should wait for the new Forester as it will address all your concerns

[Gchan2k]

Hi all,

 

I am a newbie and just got my white FNA about one month plus.

I am wondering whether I should go do the paint protection thingy.

Any comments or recommendation?

 

BTW, thanks all for your valuable sharing and knowledge - learnt a lot abou the car from you guys 

 

Cheers

[eggroe]

If what XV has but Forester dont have is a major concerns to you, then u should wait for the new Forester as it will address all your concerns

Of course. But when the new forester is launched, the pricing wouldn’t be as competitive as it is now.

 

That’s why I’m comparing between the existing forester vs XV.

 

Thanks for your input though

[richard_crl032]

Hi Richard, thanks for the reply. I understand that.

 

But what about the other key features of the Forester which the XV may lack (besides the obvious and most significant advantage, boot size)?

 

1. Boot size

2. Electric chair

3. Sunroof

4. Apple carplay (?)

5. 

 

On the other hand, the XV has the following but Forester don't:

1. Eye-sight

2. New platform

3. GPS navigational system

4. Direct-injection

5. 

 

Appreciate if any sifus can provide further insights.

 

Hi Eggroe,

 

As bro lot mentioned, new forester will have more of the already new XV, including rear aircon but you need to decides in my opinion on primarily the size and FC of intended ride when considering current forester FNA or even new forester 2019.

 

If you do not need the size and wish for lower FC as well as the shiokness of a new release and not having "old" outgoing one with new release just around the corner as well as dun/cannot wait, just get the current XV with due consideration of lack of solar film on windscreen but big factor to me on having a safer car with preferred safety suite of eyesight for my wife.

 

For me, the lack of solar film overrided all others especially $ and hence dropped the preferred subaru imprezza 5D and booked the mazda6 for my wife instead for another 15k albeit different segment but without preferred AWD.

 

Just need to bear in mind that both current FNA and XV are really VFM made in Japan cars available and this is last chance to own a different car segment of forester vs XV in a smaller car segment at lower price but it would not matter if you do not need the space primarily while you do not have to get carried away with marketing BS on new platform on stronger chassis, better ride etc. in my opinion as the current XV on new global platform is more bumper than the FNA when I test drove it together with the Imprezza 5D just 4 weeks ago but you have to test drive yourself to see if indeed the case since can be subjective.

 

Cheers,

 

Richard

Edited September 12, 2018 by richard_crl032

[TrinhNgocLong]

Hi,

 

Have silly question, if you change tires or rims, all the time need to do balancing? 

 

Thanks,

Long