VespaGTS Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 I went to order a new liftgate seal for my 07 Legacy GT wagon. It turns out they’re discontinued for some reason? They have them for 1990s Legacy’s but not an 07? Is there an alternative out there? Part number is 63516AG00A Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Ugh, it is NLA. Sucks. I may measure the Tribeca opening and see if that part would fit the wagon. Hopefully it is flexible enough to bend as needed and then it can be cut to length. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 That's not good, partsouq doesn't even list it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VespaGTS Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 That's not good, partsouq doesn't even list it... Strange isn't it? They make them for older versions and newer but not the 4th Gen? I am wanting to replace the seal due to some exhaust smell in the cabin. Nothing major unless I am really getting on in, more at startup than anything. I have a catted DP and cat from mid back. All gaskets are stainless Grimmspeed from manifold back. Frankly I am stumped as to why I smell anything. I am starting to think there is a leak someplace when the exhaust system is cold. If the fresh air vent is open instead of re-circulating I smell it. All gaskets are stainless Grimmspeed from manifold back. I just need to get a smoke test done when its cold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino6303 Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Strange isn't it? They make them for older versions and newer but not the 4th Gen? I am wanting to replace the seal due to some exhaust smell in the cabin. Nothing major unless I am really getting on in, more at startup than anything. I have a catted DP and cat from mid back. All gaskets are stainless Grimmspeed from manifold back. Frankly I am stumped as to why I smell anything. I am starting to think there is a leak someplace when the exhaust system is cold. If the fresh air vent is open instead of re-circulating I smell it. All gaskets are stainless Grimmspeed from manifold back. I just need to get a smoke test done when its cold.There are vents to the cabin behind the rear bumper under the quarterpanel. They have rubber flaps that cover the opening. I'm curious if there is a pressure differential that causes the flaps to open and then exhaust moves in, especially if the tips don't protrude past a bumper. This is just a theory with absolutely no evidence to suggest that it's true; it's just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 There are vents to the cabin behind the rear bumper under the quarterpanel. They have rubber flaps that cover the opening. I'm curious if there is a pressure differential that causes the flaps to open and then exhaust moves in, especially if the tips don't protrude past a bumper. This is just a theory with absolutely no evidence to suggest that it's true; it's just a thought. That's exactly what it is. I pop the rear windows when it is warm to get rid of smell. Paul (GTTuner) closed those flaps on his red GT sedan in is time. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VespaGTS Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 (edited) I will check it out tonight. I thought I sealed those up when I did dynamat. But I have been wrong before. The exhaust is an SPT so the tips do not extend past the bumper. I am sure that does not help. Relocating the SPT so the tips pass the bumper I was quoted $300. A Invidia Q300 system is $800. I think checking the vents you are talking about is a great starting point. Vent image for future reference... Edited January 13, 2022 by VespaGTS typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 These same vents are a great way for rodents to make it in the cabin if your car is parked outside for prolonged periods of time. Don't leave any food in the car.... 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorDaveLGT Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Just an FYI, the tips won't go past the bumper with the Q300 either. However, you can get some slip on tips for relatively cheap to fix it. That's what I did with mine and they've worked great. Post #10 shows how I've got them. https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/doctors-05-white-wagon-281690.html The rear gate seal being discontinued is stupid too knowing how many 05-09 outbacks are out there. Every time I go to the junkyard I check for any decent ones. I've found 2 in total, one to replace the original and a spare for future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackobxt Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Those vents are there to prevent your windows from blowing out of the car when you shut you hatch or doors. They are necessary to release positive pressure from the cabin. In case you were wondering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 Those vents are there to prevent your windows from blowing out of the car when you shut you hatch or doors. They are necessary to release positive pressure from the cabin. In case you were wondering And to allow fresh air to circulate through the cabin (so it has somewhere to escape) with windows closed. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VespaGTS Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 So don’t close them or run with windows cracked open forever. Ugh… Exhaust tips are the next option and then the wrecking yard for some bits and pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 So don’t close them or run with windows cracked open forever. Ugh… Exhaust tips are the next option and then the wrecking yard for some bits and pieces. Amazon or ebay have new ones, no need for junk yards. I used some for the Q300 from Amazon, roughly $20 per side. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 Randomly browsing the forum found this picture showing the vent: 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VespaGTS Posted January 16, 2022 Author Share Posted January 16, 2022 Nice work! It’s good to see it instead of parts catalog images. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 What it looks like from the inside if you didn't want to take the bumper off... https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/worsening-exhaust-smell-through-windows-264977p2.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 On Tribeca mice made it in the cabin when the Tribeca was parked outside for 2 weeks when we were overseas. Main suspect entry point were the vents. I had the bumper skin off and installed fine metal mesh over the vents to never have to deal with mice infestation again. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 248K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 258K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VespaGTS Posted January 17, 2022 Author Share Posted January 17, 2022 I had the bumper skin off and installed fine metal mesh over the vents to never have to deal with mice infestation again. Great idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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