StewartyBoy

Aaaahhh total rubbish. I remember that car from the Gathering, only dreaming that I could own something like it some day. Totally gutted for you mate, I know how it feels to see your pride and joy like that. So glad you and the passenger are A OK.

Yeah I'm starting to think more along those lines. He posted from the states during the week, so doubt he's back to have it out... Lets hope so anyway!

Check if the engine has been rebuilt. If not...step away from the Scooby! Thats actually quite cheap if the engine has been rebuilt, even if the wheels are faded. Repainting costs nowt these days to traders. One garage in Paisley has one with similar mileage for 9k but ive seen the service history and it makes War and Peace look like a learner read! Ask to see all receipts for services and work carried out. If its not satisfactory and you like the sound of the one above, drop me a line and ill get you the garages number.

Lets hope it isn't what we all think it is...

Heard the news tonight as well. Hopefully everyones ok. Sad to lose such an iconic car...

BLOODY HELL NEIL! Give you a tenner for the Classic and a McKids meal. I know what your saying mate, forum has'nt really felt the same over the winter seems like it has'nt really "picked up" the way it should have but never lose faith bud. Plus what the hell am I going to do if you disappear and I decide to get my wheels painted again?? 2 Drumsticks and a 10p mixup for the Gathering stuff...

I think we can all drop the slagging and branding Wilky, but we can't ignore the fact that across the bored just now there seems to be a serious issue with car theft which really has'nt been AS bad as this since the 90's. If as many cars are going missing, at the rate that members are saying they are then clearly this is a huge problem. Being a mechanic I have every break-in kit going but the simple fact is, keys are needed for most modern cars and I for one dont fancy waking up to someone asking me for the keys. These people have to be stopped and if the numpties on youtube are willing to call themselves car thieves, even if their not, then it should be seriously looked into.

Yeah, then they can have the Impreza Supermarket placed in front of them giving the ideal car shopping experience. Registration plates and all!

The cars being stolen are too sophisticated for the numpties up in Milton. I know the area VERY well, and they're more opportunists than stolen to order thieves. RacerX or Scoobzie, amidst all the bull**** going on I can see your point but the idiots posting these videos are just that...idiots. The cars going missing left right and centre just now are being stolen for purpose, they would only be found torched by these guys, not in a breakers yard being cut-up and sold on.

Do the same as the lads have specified above. Clearly good advice, as it proves to have worked. If you dont know where the pipes are and how to clean them let us know and we'll point you in the right direction.

That made me laugh so loud! I enjoy your humour mate!

Yeah Neil, its quite rife just now. Every year we've always had travellers pitching up not far from us, but never really had any hassle. This year we've had a lot of grief. Machinery parts missing, raided our diesel tanks in December and the scrap metal went the tale end of last year as well. I know times are hard, but jeez!

Without offending anyone, apparently there is a group of pretty vicious travellers going around just now nicking cars. We have 2 done in Isuzu Troopers lying in the yard that we've now had bits disappearing from in the past week, then a banged up Transit turned up looking to by the rest! Also they snipped the padlock for the gate leading into the farm but must have been spooked because nowt was taken. A friend keeps his Focus RS in a secure compound during work hours (truck driver) where the rear bumper and spoiler were nicked...on 2 seperate occasions. Fingerprints lifted from both times were apparently the same person. Time to hide the car...

http://www.glasgowonline.co.uk/info/14439/ He's used to working on "special" cars. Can't go wrong.

If you are replacing your rear crankcase seal, you might want to look at a clutch job. If the front crankcase seal is the one being replaced, you might want to look at other things, such as a water pump, timing belt, or related sensors, seals and pulleys.

I'm sure this was owned and resprayed by the lad who used to work for JB Coachworls in Paisley. He had a Red Wagon and it was written off a couple of years ago.

Yes it does help, but if not too much oil is lost from just a filter swap then I'm sure it would'nt be imperative at this stage. Obviously to regain equal distribution after a complete oil change, then yes removing the crank sensor is advised first.

I agree mate, at least they've been seen doing something about the theft. I had my car keys stolen for my Impreza in Glasgow a couple of years ago. I had M8 recover it. The truck was stopped by the Police twice on the way home to make sure they had'nt nicked it.

Usually leaks around the filter are caused by remnents of the old seal still being attached, due to the previous fitter not lubricating it first. Stick a clean drainer below the filter, remove and thoroughly clean around where the seal presses against the block with brake cleaner (make sure this doesnt mix with the clean oil). If there are any rough feelings of old rubber, remove it. Lubricate the seal again by sticking your finger in the already drained oil and running it round the rubber. This will also give a good feel for any small stones or even cracks. Twist the filter back on until it stops, then give an extra little nip. Top up the car with the lost oil. Start the car and give it a few minutes. Sometimes good to place a white sheet of paper under whilst idling, sometimes you can never tell if its fresh oil or just crap thats been laying on the ground a while. Take her a run, but dont go too hard incase there is a leak or an issue with the filter, last thing you want is it spinning off due to an ill fit. You just want to warm the car up, if you dont have an oil temp sensor just get the car up to optimum water temperature and then another 10-15 mins of driving. Pull over or get home and have a check. If the problem persists change it back to a Subaru part. Let us know how you get on.

Would'nt surprise me if it has. Bunch of extortionist.

Saved by Terzo Neil. Thanks Mic, bare you in mind for next time!

Does anyone have axle stands I can borrow tonight?? I'm having my wheels refurbed at Chameleon tomorrow but I've used all my stands (10 of them) on machines at work and am now stranded with 2 jacks and no stands! Anyone who is in the vicinity of Xscape that would be able to drop them off, it would be much appreciated. I know its a big ask at little notice but if not Chameleon want 50 bucks to remove them themselves. NAE CHANCE!

My old one too

I'm rrrrreeeeeeeeallllllllllllllllllyyyyyyyyyyyyy not sure on that one Johnny. May sound nice in theory...

Still don't understand what was wrong with the way they were...