http://stlsubaru.com/forums/ en Sun, 20 May 2012 06:01:35 GMT vBulletin 60 http://stlsubaru.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png http://stlsubaru.com/forums/ http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19425-Exterior-noise-2003-Forester&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 20:49:56 GMT When I drive my 2003 Forester over 40 MPH, there is a noise that comes from behind the driver's side rear view mirror/speaker. It sounds like the window is open, but that is not the case. I checked the rubber weather strip/trim and I do not see any wrong with it. Do you guys have any ideas? Let me know. Thanks.

Exbar ]]> Subaru Related Exbar http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19425-Exterior-noise-2003-Forester http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19424-New-Memeber-2003-Forester&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 20:42:47 GMT Hi there. I am a new member with a 2003 Forester, 74.5k miles...I will get a pic posted soon. Looking forward to chat with other Subura owners ans... Hi there. I am a new member with a 2003 Forester, 74.5k miles...I will get a pic posted soon. Looking forward to chat with other Subura owners ans participate on local events.

Exbar ]]> New Members Exbar http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19424-New-Memeber-2003-Forester http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19423-Gone-down-souf&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 14:23:24 GMT So, my wife and I had an opportunity present itself that we could not turn down. My mom bought a condo in Sarasota and wants us to live in it until... So, my wife and I had an opportunity present itself that we could not turn down. My mom bought a condo in Sarasota and wants us to live in it until she is ready to retire here(5-10 years). She'll charge us no rent so long as we pay the condo fees+ insurance. For less than 500 doll hairs a month we get to live 5 minutes from the beach! We planned everything counting on a closing date of 5/15. The bank pushed back the closing date and we could not take possession yet. Luckily my aunt has an empty place a couple hundred feet away from our new place. We made the trip, I got a job and our shit will be in storage for a couple of weeks.
Here we were, ready to go.

One of the more scary truckers I saw along the way. :lol:

This was the final stretch. This picture represents how sometimes it felt that we were endlessly traveling toward an ever-distant single point.

Once we got into town and settled a little, it was time to relax. We are a whopping five minutes from this beach.
]]> Off-Topic http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19423-Gone-down-souf http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19422-CEL!!!-Help!&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 13:56:19 GMT So yesterday on my way to subaru my CEL came on so i hooked the cobb up to diagnose and the codes that were thrown were P0031 Low Heater Control... So yesterday on my way to subaru my CEL came on so i hooked the cobb up to diagnose and the codes that were thrown were P0031 Low Heater Control Circuit Low (Bank 1 Sensor 1) and P0037 Low Heater Control Circuit (Bank 1 Sensor 2). Has anyone else had this? I am currently running the Cobb Stage 2+ with the Cobb SF Intake and Invidia Catless DP. I'm a bit worried that subaru may say something about my catless DP causing the CEL. has anyone had a similar setup and dealership experience? did the just replace the 02 sensors and not worry about the DP or what? Thanks for any help!!! ]]> Subaru Tuning Boosted-NR-Wrx http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19422-CEL!!!-Help! http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19421-The-Retrofit-Source-Retro-quick!&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 06:10:43 GMT I have always expected a lot out of my headlights. I was able to source STi HIDs for my old car and so when I picked up the 2011, I was in trouble... I have always expected a lot out of my headlights. I was able to source STi HIDs for my old car and so when I picked up the 2011, I was in trouble again. I tried multiple things, some HID kits, the H9 bulb upgrade but nothing performed like I wanted it to. Finally, I came across an alternative. The Retrofit Source sells a kit called their retro-quick kit. It comes with bulbs, ballasts, projectors, and all wiring. It boasts that you can retrofit the lights with no permanent modifications, which is true. I could go back and return the system to stock with no problem! Very cool system!

Front bumper off, kinda scary it comes off with only 10 or so plastic tabs!

Light out, baked, apart and new projector (mini d2s) in! Bolts right into the stock housing with the stock screws!

Once the light is back together, the ballast mounts perfectly on the bottom of the light for a very clean install.

Mmmmm and the moneyshot! Everything back together and aimed! No more glare, all OEM quality parts and very clean! I've found my set up!

If anyone is looking for a great kit, look into these. It only works for cars that came with projectors stock but I am very pleased with the results. Not to mention it is very easy to install! ]]> Member Rides stierzy34 http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19421-The-Retrofit-Source-Retro-quick! http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19420-2007-Mazdaspeed-3&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 02:03:46 GMT 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 69,000 miles- will go up daily by 15 a day or so 6 Speed Manual 2.3 Turbo 4 cylinder with 263hp and 280 lb/ft tq Front wheel... 2007 Mazdaspeed 3
69,000 miles- will go up daily by 15 a day or so
6 Speed Manual
2.3 Turbo 4 cylinder with 263hp and 280 lb/ft tq
Front wheel drive with traction control
Power windows
Power locks
Cruise Control
CD Player with AUX input
Traction Control

The car has good tires with plenty of tread (Kumho EVO V112)
Brakes are all in good shape
Full synthetic oil changes
Has recently had warranty work to replace a common issue on these cars ($800 before Mazda stepped in to reimburse through warranty)
--The VVT actuator and timing chain were replaced by Mazda with receipts to prove it at 67k miles
Replaced both rear at 65k miles
No mechanical issue. Turbo has never smoked from tailpipe or turbo. Does not leak oil.
Car has normal wear and tear but has been treated well
Female owned for the last year
Car is 100% factory with the exception of tinted windows that were on the car at time of purchase.

Reason for selling: We (my fiancee and I) are living in the city and can use public transit, so in order to save some money are going to become a one car family

If you are interested, please contact me at 314-614-1478.

The price is 15,250 or best reasonable offer. This has been a GREAT car and we have no need to sell, so please be reasonable.

We are looking at getting into a subaru and would interested in trades for either a 06-07 WRX Wagon and STi (05 is ok too) or a 2011 WRX hatch.

Thanks,
Ben







]]> For Sale Ben http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19420-2007-Mazdaspeed-3 http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19419-VMS-Track-Series-short-block&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 17:43:45 GMT Is there any one on here that has purchased a Track Series engine from Sean and put it through its paces on a track at least a few times? How many... Is there any one on here that has purchased a Track Series engine from Sean and put it through its paces on a track at least a few times? How many miles do you have on it? Who tuned it? How's it running? ]]> Subaru Related dvancour http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19419-VMS-Track-Series-short-block http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19418-Looking-for-test-drives...&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 17:25:40 GMT Hey everyone- I am looking at picking up another Subaru. It will either be a 05-08 FXT, 06-07 Wagon, 05-07 STi or a 2011 WRX hatch. What I am... Hey everyone-

I am looking at picking up another Subaru. It will either be a 05-08 FXT, 06-07 Wagon, 05-07 STi or a 2011 WRX hatch.

What I am posting about is I would like to drive a 2011 WRX (hatch or sedan) stock or as close to stock as possible, also a 04+ FXT; both manuals please.

Please spare me the "dealers do test drives" bullshit. The Subaru dealers around here have always rubbed me the wrong way and would like to deal with them as little as possible. IF you can personally recommend me a sales guy who will let me test a 2011+ and NOT jerk me around, please feel free to recommend.

So if you don't mind me rowing throw the gears, let me know. I will not rag on your car. There are quite a few people on this forum who can vouch for me.

We can meet where and whenever is OK for you and I'd be more than happy to buy you a beer, a meal or throw 15 bucks in your tank.

Thanks guys! ]]> Off-Topic Ben http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19418-Looking-for-test-drives... http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19417-geurilla-tranny-install&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 04:06:32 GMT Hi guys! So I've hot my new transmission fresh from ninety and the tools needed to get it knocked out,seeing as I've never done a trans before and the one helper I have isn't much more than a Strongman, I could really use the help of someone who's done this once or twice before beer will be provided to whoever can answer the call.also it is time Sensitive I've got until this time tomorrow or the city will tow my car :-) if anybody can help out it would be dearly appriciated. ]]> Meets darkboost http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19417-geurilla-tranny-install http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19416-fuel-damper!&goto=newpost Fri, 18 May 2012 03:28:38 GMT So I need a fuel damper. For those who don't know its the tiny black cylindrical thing on the return fuel line in the engine bay. I was hoping to have one before the Columbia car show but the guy over at nasrycock just refunded my money after a week and saying he shipped it :(

Please let me know! ]]> Wanted to Buy ryanr http://stlsubaru.com/forums/showthread.php?19416-fuel-damper!