by "Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
Published 12/09/2017 at 16:33
by "Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
Published 12/09/2017 at 16:33
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FUCK YOU SUBARU!
Okay, got that out. So my plan this weekend was to change my timing belt because it’s due on my 2012 Subaru Outback 2.5. Well things have not been going to plan. I had to make a god damn special tool to be able to loosen up the crank pulley bolt. I didn’t want to pull out the radiator just to get an impact gun in there. Besides when I go to tighten the bolt back up, i have to torque it THEN go 60 degrees or something. I am not enjoying this. I started this morning at 7:30. I had to stop at 2:45 because my wife has a music gig at a winery. I am using this time to hopefully unwind for tomorrow where I have to finish removing the old belt, install new belt and idlers, water pump, thermostat, etc... fuck me.
End rant.
Happy Subaru
"Urambo Tauro" (urambotauro)
12/09/2017 at 16:59, STARS: 0
Nice job on that pulley wrench!
"DipodomysDeserti" (dipodomysdeserti)
12/09/2017 at 17:02, STARS: 2
One trick for loosening crank bolts without removing the rad is to put a long wrench on it and wedge it against the ground. Then start the engine and quickly turn it off. Takes a few cranks but unless it’s rusted on there will work. The weight of the vehicle will hold the wrench down while the crank turns and loosens the bolt. I had a ‘93 Loyale that this didn’t work on and ended up needing heat and multiple hits from a 900 lb-ft impact gun. That fucker was on tight.
"CobraJoe" (cobrajoe)
12/09/2017 at 17:08, STARS: 1
Get an oil filter wrench like this. Fits on a 3/8 drive ratchet, so stick a long extension on it and it’ll easily reach the deep access oil filter, and it clamps down on the small filter.
Seriously, don’t let the oil filter access make you give up on changing your own oil, the right tool will cost less than what you would pay extra at the dealership.
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
12/09/2017 at 17:08, STARS: 1
That tool is fantastic!
"My bird IS the word" (mybirdistheword)
12/09/2017 at 17:10, STARS: 3
Nonsense. The boxer 4 is a superior design and everyone knows it.
"DutchieDC2R" (dutchiedc2r)
12/09/2017 at 17:13, STARS: 1
I know this isnt helpful at all, but the way you have written down you rant makes it hilarious to read. I am sorry.....but I cant help read in some sort of Chevy Chase-like comedy voice or something.
Good luck tomorrow man.
"404 - User No Longer Available" (toni-cipriani)
12/09/2017 at 17:18, STARS: 1
What the fuck Subaru? Do you hate people? Your commercials are so friendly. I may continue to pay the dealer to change the oil because fuck that.
I think that WAS their plan.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 17:18, STARS: 1
Well I hoped there was some humor in there somewhere for the masses. You’re welcome.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 17:20, STARS: 2
I can’t help it. I am a CNC machinist which means i must use the CNC machines!
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 17:21, STARS: 0
Thanks, still upset i had to make it.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 17:23, STARS: 1
Thanks I am going to need all of it. Should be easier. Should be.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 17:26, STARS: 1
I am not sure I would feel comfortable doing that on this car. On a car I care very little about, I would attempt this.
"E92M3" (E46M3)
12/09/2017 at 17:31, STARS: 1
I have to change the T-Belt on the DD soon. I think I may just pay the dealer to do it to save my sanity. I’ve done it once before on a Civic, and it took me 2 days. This one is right against the frame.
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
12/09/2017 at 17:48, STARS: 3
I would be too, but nonetheless it’s something you should be proud of.
"Dusty Ventures" (dustyventures)
12/09/2017 at 18:04, STARS: 2
Man, that filter placement is like the polar opposite of the FA20
"Manwich - now Keto-Friendly" (manwich)
12/09/2017 at 18:42, STARS: 0
Here’s a song to cheer you up...
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"vicali" (vicali)
12/09/2017 at 18:52, STARS: 2
Coffee cup on the filter makes it so much better. Get the right size filter wrench, loosen filter, reach up there with a medium/large coffee cup and put the whole filter in the cup. Back it off and catch all the drips at once.
"DC3 LS, will be perpetually replacing cars until the end of time" (dc3ls-)
12/09/2017 at 18:58, STARS: 0
Another option if there’s holes in the crank pulley. Would be what I did with my old Civic. Wrap a chain around the pulley (tbh I forgot exactly how I did that) then wrap it around an engine mount and padlock it so that there’s no slack. Then just stand/jump on a breaker bar. But since your engine is longitudinal that won’t work, so I’d just get the pole thingy from a floor jack and use that as a giant cheater bar.
"DC3 LS, will be perpetually replacing cars until the end of time" (dc3ls-)
12/09/2017 at 19:00, STARS: 0
You have confirmed my belief that Subarus aren’t worth it, because boxer engines seem unnecessarily complicated for a street car.
"Highlander-Datsuns are Forever" (jamesbowland)
12/09/2017 at 19:17, STARS: 0
New 2.5L has the oil filter on the top of the motor.
"Eury - AFRICA TWIN!!!!!!!" (eurylokhos)
12/09/2017 at 19:27, STARS: 1
Wow. They really hate people, huh? It’s like they are taunting you with that filter.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 19:28, STARS: 0
I know! Such bullshit!
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 19:28, STARS: 0
I will try to remember this.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 19:29, STARS: 0
Bastards.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/09/2017 at 19:30, STARS: 1
Wrong, my 2001 Forester was easy and mostly enjoyable to work on.
"Dusty Ventures" (dustyventures)
12/09/2017 at 20:01, STARS: 0
Subaru WRX/BRZ:We know you like to tinker and work on your own cars, so we’ve made things easy and convenient for you
Subaru Outback: Who are you kidding, you wouldn’t know a crescent wrench from a pipe snake. Just bring it in to the dealership and we’ll take goooooooood care of you
"merged-5876237249235911857-hrw8uc" (merged-5876237249235911857-hrw8uc)
12/09/2017 at 20:29, STARS: 0
I’ve used a gallon ziploc bag before for my Dakota oil filter to save the oil from going up my arm to my shirt sleeve. Similar idea as a coffee cup, just a bit more flexible, but a bit warmer too.
"e36Jeff now drives a ZHP" (e36jeff)
12/10/2017 at 10:12, STARS: 1
Just make sure your pulley is keyed before you do that. I don’t remember what car is was, but I read recently about someone that tried that, found out the pulley and timing sprocket weren’t keyed, and that both relied on the clamping force of the crank nut. Of course it was an interference engine, and the pistons ate the valves.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
12/11/2017 at 09:52, STARS: 0
BWAHAHAHAHA! Scarily accurate.
"CalzoneGolem" (calzonegolem)
12/14/2017 at 11:30, STARS: 0
I had to build a tool to get my oil filter off.
http://oppositelock.kinja.com/a-great-success-project-the-first-completed-1820507082