harley_gtp Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 Hey guys/gals, Want to first say thanks for such a great site! I've browsed for a few hours and have found a TON of helpful hints!!! Now to my question: Wife has a 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.5i SOHC. Nothing fancy here, she bought it new and yea, I tried, she wouldn't go with the turbo... Anyways, she loves this damn car! And now since she hit 130K, and refuses to get rid of it, it's time for major maintenance. Now, here's what I've already done: - rear wheel bearings - a/c and alt accessory belts Here's my "to do" list for the spring: - timing belt -water pump -coolant flush - spark plugs -ignition coil packs (dunno if they are necessary) -struts -strut mounts. Hopefully you can help with some of my questions: - I can find rear strut mounts, but can't find front ones?! I've always changed mount plates when doing struts, anyone have any part #'s or suggestions? - A couple different timing sets available, gates is the cheapest. Any manufacturer I should stay away from for any reason? - Any suggestions for struts? The gr-2's price is right, and she's not doing any Auto-X that I know of! LOL - anything else I should be looking to replace or change? Still a daily driver. I appreciate any advice you can give! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWSPECB Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 Tranny/diff's, brake fluid Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley_gtp Posted March 8, 2013 Author Share Posted March 8, 2013 Tranny fluid I considered.... What type of filter is it? I'm used to having to drop the pan and pull the filter that way. I think I read that this is a spin on filter? I'm sure there's write-ups on both fluid changes! I'll do a search for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWSPECB Posted March 8, 2013 Share Posted March 8, 2013 Check the walkthrough section. I'm not familiar with the AT's but you should be able to find all the information quite easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DbroLGTL Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 you dont need to replace your coil if there is no prob.. same with struts and mounts, you should have a spin on trany filter, pcv valve,cabin filter, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bomberlegacy Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 No external filter for the 08 4eat tranny. A flush would be nice to do. '08 Legacy 2.5i - hybrid intake - delta 1000 - E85 - magnaflow exhaust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proflashrtist Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 so.. since you are the mechanic of the family, why not just drop a little turbo/inter-cooler on there during one of your maintenance days and see if she notices haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 At 130k miles you are VERY overdue for your timing belt. I would put that at the top of your list. You can check our page here for the 30k service (30/60/90/120/150/etc) http://azpinstalls.com/index.php/maintenance/30k-mile-service That's what you'll want to do at your 130k service. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 On an AT you'll want to replace the AT filter if it's a spin on type which can be located on the trans body OR behind the battery in the fender well. On the Timing Belt Kits- Gates is great we've installed 100s of them. There are no coil packs that I know of on the 2.5i there are wires and at 130k you probably will want to replace those along with the plugs. Struts get yourself a set of the KYB GR2/ExcelG struts. As for mounts unless they are broken, they can be reused, I don't see any reason to replace the rears, if anything the front might need replacing. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bomberlegacy Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 No external filter for the 08 4eat tranny. A flush would be nice to do. ^^^ 07+ 4eat doesn't have external filter. As Mike said, check the 30/60/90k service lists and service those items '08 Legacy 2.5i - hybrid intake - delta 1000 - E85 - magnaflow exhaust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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