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    Subaru cvt maintenance

    When ever I hear about people doing a drain/refill I rarely hear that the transmission pan was removed a the filter replaced.Subaru needs to get real and have a real service interval for their cvt transmission.
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    2021 Subaru Crosstrek 2.5L; oil change interval 5K or 6K ?

    With a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with the 2.5L engine/GDI.I do mostly highway driving and have been changing my oil every 6K/6 months.I see that many people with GFI engines do 5K.Would this be advisable in my situation?Thanks
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    Bottle Jack-lifting front end of car

    I know a floor jack can lift the front of my 2021 Subaru crosstrek but could or should I use a bottle jack at the lifting plate underneath my car?Any help would be great
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    Comet pump or General pump-Which is built better

    I'm going to replace my pressure washer pump and I'm switching from Axial to Triplex pump.It will be either a Comet pump or General pump.Both used for cleaning around house and car.Which one has a better reputation as listing longer and cheaper to rebuild?Thanks
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    Coolant level drops

    I have a 2021 Subaru crosstrek with only 31600 miles and I noticed that the coolant level drops after I have filled it up to the full mark after the car is stone cold.Temperature is set at 68 degrees inside car while driving.I don’t see any coolant on the ground.I drive 40 miles a day.I’m...
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    Stahlbus or femco

    Looking to maybe add an oil drain valve to my 2021 subaru crosstrek with the 2.5l.Opinions appreciated.
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    Fumoto Valve-long term endurance

    Do these fumoto valves stand up to hot/cold climates in the long term?Since the body is made of brass would cold weather split the valves body?I have one and I’m ready to install but a few concerns I have.Thanks
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    Purolator Red Can longevity

    Can the Purolator red oil filter do a 6K oil change interval?It’s rated for 5k.Thank you
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    Subaru cvt fluid change

    I have a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek with 29600 miles on her.Love the car and I’m going to buy her after lease ends.The Subaru service for this cvt is to inspect every 30k.How an inspection can determine anything is strande.I’m thinking of changing the fluid every 60k.Even at 120k the fluid might be...
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    Purolator Boss-Safe to use

    I have a Purolator Boss oil filter#PBL14615 with a date code of F12L18E1.Was this filter manufactured before Purolator redesigned the filter media/baseplate?The reason I ask is because I have a Purolator PureOne and the baseplate looks flare verses concave on the Boss.Thnks i
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    Purolator base plate-Did they redesign it?

    I used the PBL14615 and I’m curious to know if Purolator changed the base plate design.The Boss plate recessed and the PureOne is flat.Thanks
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    Cartriage oil filter vs regular filter

    I does Subaru use a regular oil filter verses a cartriage oil filter?Does the bypass pressure have somthing to do with it?Thanks
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    0w20 or 0w30

    Can I use 0w30 oil instead of 0w20?Subaru 2.5/2021/leased?
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    Honda Gx270 engine

    I'm looking at a new pressure waher with a Honda GX 270 engine.The pump is rated at 3500 psi.My question is can I put a 4000 psi pump on this motor in the future?Is there a certain hp needed for this 4000 psi pump?Thanks Joe
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    AAA Pressure Washer Pumps-Comet made?

    I'm looking at a buying a Simpson pressure washer that has a AAA triplex pump.I've read that they are built by Comet pump in Italy.This model also features a Koehler Command Ch395 engine.My other choice would be a Cat pump and a Honda GX395 engine.Thanks Joe
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    When/How Often to Polish Vehicle Paint?

    When is the best time to use polish and even though it states clear coat safe can you use it safely once a year?Thanks Joe
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    Future of Diesel

    Where is the future for diesel?I see BMW plans on keeping their Diesel engines in production and I see that in Europe they are being phased out over time but are other manufacturers still trying to work on diesel technology to over come the problems that are associated with diesel engines?can...
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    Fram oil filter#7317/Subaru 2.5L

    I know Fram manufactures Subaru oil filters with a I believe a 23.2psi oil by-pass valve but according to Fram and the reply I got from them was that they did not know why Subaru would need a 23.2psi valve on their oil filters.The impression I got from them was that their oil filter part#7317...
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    Subaru Forester tire pressure?

    The tire pressure on my 2018 Subaru is 32 front 30 rear but the dealer set all four wheels to 35psi.Is this safe and can I stay with this pressure all the time?Thanks Joe
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    Fumoto drain valve-a few concerns

    I'm sure this has come up in the past.I am leasing a 2018 Subaru with the 2.5L engine and I would like to add a Fumoto oil drain valve to make the job of changing my oil cleaner and maybe a little quicker.My concerns with the valve are leaking and construction.I know there must of been a few...
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