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Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 04-17-2010, 11:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 833
Posted By mattm
Different battery post sizes?

My stock battery died a few days ago (~5 years & 90k miles). I looked in Consumer Reports and the first replacement I bought was a Napa Legend Premium 8435 (size 35, which is supposed to fit the...
Forum: Transmissions 01-18-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,803
Posted By mattm
Is there a way to adjust the pedal travel? I...

Is there a way to adjust the pedal travel? I have 60k miles on stock clutch... starting at around 40k the engagement point moved to near the floor and it's stayed there. I was grinding gears a few...
Forum: Suspension/Brakes 11-28-2007, 05:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,587
Posted By mattm
I've had that problem on my 05 LGT wagon (which I...

I've had that problem on my 05 LGT wagon (which I bought new) too. I took it to the shop and they turned my brake rotors. It might have been a little better for a while, but quickly was just as bad...
Forum: Turbo Powertrains (2.0GT, 2.5GT, 2.5XT) 11-21-2007, 10:30 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,941
Posted By mattm
I have a problem with my 05 LGT (with...

I have a problem with my 05 LGT (with short-throw) that sounds maybe a little different than what most people here are describing (or maybe not). But it's definitely a -problem- (or at least a...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 04-06-2007, 05:37 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,554
Posted By mattm
Legacy early clutch wear

First of all, I love my '05 LGT Ltd wagon (with short-throw shifter). Nice design, fun to drive, good practicality, seems well-made overall.

On the other hand, I am disappointed in reliability,...
Forum: Suspension/Brakes 12-01-2006, 08:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,445
Posted By mattm
Rotors needed turning at 40k miles, why?

My car has 40k miles, and starting a few weeks ago I noticed some pretty bad vibration when I brake hard, especially from freeway speeds. Took it to my mechanic and they said the brake rotos were...
Forum: Turbo Powertrains (2.0GT, 2.5GT, 2.5XT) 12-01-2006, 07:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 276
Posted By mattm
Clutch wear question

My '05 Legacy GT Ltd wagon has about 40k miles on it, and the clutch seems to be going. I've read a lot of the posts about weak clutches that wear out quickly... my driving is about half highway and...
Forum: Interior/Audio 11-22-2005, 07:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,295
Posted By mattm
Oh, but I have to admit that my Sirius radio has...

Oh, but I have to admit that my Sirius radio has very annoying dropouts when I drive under lots of tall trees. I'm not sure if XM has the same problem or not. -Matt
Forum: Interior/Audio 11-22-2005, 07:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,295
Posted By mattm
I have Sirius and love it for my long commute. ...

I have Sirius and love it for my long commute. Depending on the day I'll listen to talk, rock, club mix, classical or kids music (when my son is in the car). It's great choosing a music genre and...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 10-12-2005, 07:58 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,382
Posted By mattm
1) Although not recommended in the manual, we...

1) Although not recommended in the manual, we also decided that the center position was the safest, farthest from potential side impacts.

2) We use the seat belt. Latch is much quicker and...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 10-09-2005, 07:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,111
Posted By mattm
Thanks for the replies. I'll look into Thule,...

Thanks for the replies. I'll look into Thule, and I'll watch out for the wing interference problem. I don't think I want to deal with worrying about towing a small trailer (issues when changing...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 10-07-2005, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,111
Posted By mattm
Advice on cargo carrier for 05 LGT wagon?

Please don't flame me if this has been covered already, I did try searching and didn't find much...

I'm looking for something to store cargo (suitcases, etc.) outside the car on trips so we can...
Forum: Legacy Photos (2005-2009) 09-30-2005, 08:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 635
Posted By mattm
Cool! I've always loved the contrast between the...

Cool! I've always loved the contrast between the blue sky and orange-tinted lighting in night-time city pictures.

-Matt
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 08-29-2005, 05:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,955
Posted By mattm
Two other '05 Legacy GT Limited wagons in my...

Two other '05 Legacy GT Limited wagons in my office building parking lot in addition to mine (maybe 200-300 people in the building). :-) Elsewhere around the company I've seen 3 '05 Outback wagons....
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 08-27-2005, 07:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By mattm
Good reason to get a GT

Here's one that I discovered a few days ago...

I was driving on the freeway and realized I needed a tissue. I reached over, but the tissue box was on the floor on the passenger's side near the...
Forum: Warranty Issues & Problems 08-22-2005, 07:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 341
Posted By mattm
I've had mine for 9 months now with no problems...

I've had mine for 9 months now with no problems (sorry, I know that doesn't help you). I don't use the compass all that much, but I love the auto-dimming and love the Homelink (for my garage door)....
Forum: Third Generation Subaru Outback (2004 – 2009) 07-28-2005, 07:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By mattm
Out of your list the only problem I've had (after...

Out of your list the only problem I've had (after 8 months and 10k miles) on my Legacy GT Ltd wagon is the sunroof visor sliding back under hard acceleration. I just noticed that recently. I agree,...
Forum: Northern California 06-28-2005, 07:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,103
Posted By mattm
What a pain. I hope it's not that bad, since...

What a pain. I hope it's not that bad, since Carlsen is the only Subaru dealership that's at all convenient for me to get my car serviced (I bought from Ron Price, was very satisfied, but it's...
Forum: Detailing, Maintenance, and Long-term care 05-27-2005, 08:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 916
Posted By mattm
I HATE Jiffy Lube and will never go back if I can...

I HATE Jiffy Lube and will never go back if I can help it. They do a hard sell on all kinds of extra garbage that they can actually make money on, like selling you a new air filter, cleaning your...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 05-17-2005, 07:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,103
Posted By mattm
I had no problem finding Legacy GT wagons here in...

I had no problem finding Legacy GT wagons here in Northern Calif. last October. Now when you get down to auto vs. stick and limited vs. non-limited and wanting a short-throw shifter with the stick...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 05-15-2005, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,149
Posted By mattm
WRT the stinky clutch, I've got 7500 miles on my...

WRT the stinky clutch, I've got 7500 miles on my car and it really hasn't been a problem. Yes I've noticed it a few times when I had to stop and start on a hill. But I certainly wouldn't call it a...
Forum: Northern California 05-13-2005, 07:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,103
Posted By mattm
I bought from Ron Price in South S.F. and was...

I bought from Ron Price in South S.F. and was very happy with the salesman I dealt with there. I came back several times while trying to decide what car I was going to buy (was also looking at the...
Forum: Interior/Audio 05-08-2005, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 601
Posted By mattm
Similarly to the post above, quite a few times...

Similarly to the post above, quite a few times I've suddenly realized after 5-10 minutes driving on the freeway that I forgot to shift from 4th to 5th. Never had that problem in any other can I've...
Forum: Fourth Generation Legacy (2005 - 2009) 05-04-2005, 08:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 593
Posted By mattm
I drive about 50/50 city/highway (in terms of...

I drive about 50/50 city/highway (in terms of time, not # of miles), and consistently average about 21.5 MPG. I don't normally drive that aggressively, so I've been wondering why it's so low. Also...
Forum: Interior/Audio 04-26-2005, 09:05 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 54,200
Posted By mattm
Heh heh, I asked the same question during a test...

Heh heh, I asked the same question during a test drive and was told by the salesman, (paraphrasing, and putting words to his tone of voice), "No, but is it really that much harder to twist 2 knobs...
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