how bad weather our legacy can stand?

temp's going below freezing these couple days down here at houston, just wondering if my 09legacy can still survive? would that be harmful if cold starting it at freezing point or below? and how bad would be too bad to start it?

 

thanks

Hmm I dont sense any sarcasm here... are you serious?

It gets below freezing here almost every night, and my car is just fine. Only issue I've had in the cold, was some battery drain causing me to lose my presets.

But, afterall, they are a winter weather vehicle you know. Us shmucks up North have to put up with that weather for what feels like an eternity.

if your legacy gets below 32* it dies after 2 hours. sorry

been below freezing for weeks...no problems. might want to change out your washer fluid for something that can withstand below freezing temps, if they even sell it down there!

"how bad weather our legacy can stand?" Yoda asks.

 

Use the force and your Subaru will guide you well.

I start my car everyday in -30 to -40 weather. It won't start if it's not plugged in, and barely starts in the really cold stuff (won't idle, won't stay running in neutral, takes forever to heat up)

These cars are fine for regular weather, but sub-arctic climates is something Subaru does not have figured out. I love the car, but sadly because of this it'll be traded for something domestic soon enough.

To answer the orginial question, although I'm not sure it's entirely serious, that kind of balmy weather is of non-consequence to your car.

I can't wait till next week when we get our heat wave where temps will be just below freezing. I'm thinking of throwing a naked snow angel party.

I am struggling NOT to make negative comments here guys.....this HAS to be a joke markco22ok !______it is , isn't it?

no, i really mean it. i'm worrying if cold start may hurt its engine since we barely use 0-40 eng oil here.

I am in Al and our temps are getting down around 20 an below, just as it is for you, the car will be fine. These cars are all over the north and it is a lot colder there than it is for either of us.

If it's going to be below freezing for more than a few hours, it's recommended that you use the same procedure as the citrus farms in Florida are having to use now. Spray your car with water to form a protective coating of ice around the vehicle. This will help insulate the car and trap any residual heat, allowing the vehicle to survive a few hours longer without major damage.

 

In all seriousness though. It's been below freezing in NJ for two weeks straight, and if my beat-up old car with the "weak" battery (according to the Auto Zone meter) can still start, you'll be fine, lol.

I'm pretty sure you will be fine. My car has already went through a week of -4 degree weeks.

 

Just a little hesitant on the start but it does start up. I mean it takes about 30millisec more for it to start.

The OP has a SpecB.....nothing to worry about. Those engines are designed by NASA for use in temps.

Don't flame the guy, he's just uninformed.

 

To the OP, what makes you think you're car will have a tough time with what's otherwise considered moderate temperatures compared to alot of the country right now?

 

I've been running mine in the subzero F temps without any issue for some weeks now with the occasional heat wave of about 10-20 degrees F. I let it warm for about 15-20 min before driving. Your car will be just fine. Let her warm for a few minutes.

think you should ask Rao: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2776273#post2776273

My car has been started after being out in -20 overnight. Other people on here (especially from AK) have been through even worse. It may take some extra cranking, but it'll start.

The OP has a SpecB.....nothing to worry about. Those engines are designed by NASA for use in temps.

 

I heard SpecB's were test driven on the moon!

I heard SpecB's were test driven on the moon!

 

I heard the original moon rover was really a Spec B prototype test mule.

You're in good shape even with your oil weight.. yes, if you are running regular water in the windshield wiper fluid it may freeze.. and it isn't good if it's topped up to the max. Otherwise, drive on.. have fun.. don't drive the car too hard until it is warmed up 5-10 mins later... and don't let the car sit and idle for 10 minutes.. you'll just foil your oil up with too much gas.

You're in good shape even with your oil weight.. yes, if you are running regular water in the windshield wiper fluid it may freeze.. and it isn't good if it's topped up to the max. Otherwise, drive on.. have fun.. don't drive the car too hard until it is warmed up 5-10 mins later... and don't let the car sit and idle for 10 minutes.. you'll just foil your oil up with too much gas.

Care to explain that statement?

Extended periods of idling do not harm modern vehicles. It is just bad for your fuel economy and the environment. Your car doesn't care.

IBRao

Well.. not the first time I've read it.. but I was also told specifically about the boxer engine... Anyways here's a link. Take it or leave it.. shouldn't really matter much if you're changing your oil and spark plugs regularly..

 

http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=116552&highlight=idling+long

I heard the original moon rover was really a Spec B prototype test mule.

 

 

i thought the Apollo 11 was powered by a Spec B motor:confused: