The Chiefs 'D' Day - and the future of my Scoob
08 March 2006, 09:50 AM
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The Chiefs 'D' Day - and the future of my Scoob
Well today i will find out whether my engine problem is a cam belt tensioner or the dreaded Big end failure.
If it is big end failure then i will have the repairs then maybe sell my car
i simply cannot risk it going again. as much as i love my Subaru (and i do love it) i cannot face the thought of another major failure or having to fork out 2-3k for an engine rebuild.
I simply do not know what any other options are open to me - it is sat on my drive worthless with 7 grand outstanding on it and a 2-3 grand repair bill.
To say i'm a little p****d off and low is an understatement.
If it is big end failure then i will have the repairs then maybe sell my car
i simply cannot risk it going again. as much as i love my Subaru (and i do love it) i cannot face the thought of another major failure or having to fork out 2-3k for an engine rebuild.I simply do not know what any other options are open to me - it is sat on my drive worthless with 7 grand outstanding on it and a 2-3 grand repair bill.
To say i'm a little p****d off and low is an understatement.
08 March 2006, 10:29 AM
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Well i'm sat here my mate with everything crossed hoping everything goes ok, after seeing you so happy about the mods you had planed as well.
Do you have any gut feeling's or fear the worst? keep us informed of the damage here's hoping your on the next run
Do you have any gut feeling's or fear the worst? keep us informed of the damage here's hoping your on the next run
08 March 2006, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr.P
Well i'm sat here my mate with everything crossed hoping everything goes ok, after seeing you so happy about the mods you had planed as well.
Do you have any gut feeling's or fear the worst? keep us informed of the damage here's hoping your on the next run
Do you have any gut feeling's or fear the worst? keep us informed of the damage here's hoping your on the next run
Well i am hoping it is my cam belt tensioner as these are a weak point on MY99 cars, but i do fear the worst
08 March 2006, 10:52 AM
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It will be a shame if its off the road next week, we've got the snake pass meet on thursday.
Do a Uri Geller, all look at the pic of Chief's car on scoobysmacs website and chant, cambelt tensioner, cambelt tensioner..............concentrate now
, cambelt tensioner, cambelt tensioner
fingers crossed for ya......
Do a Uri Geller, all look at the pic of Chief's car on scoobysmacs website and chant, cambelt tensioner, cambelt tensioner..............concentrate now
, cambelt tensioner, cambelt tensionerfingers crossed for ya......
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08 March 2006, 01:27 PM
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08 March 2006, 02:05 PM
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So what you going to do my mate do you really want to sell it after all you had planned for it co i'm sure you would only regret it, keep your chin up mate speak to you soon
08 March 2006, 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Dr.P
So what you going to do my mate do you really want to sell it after all you had planned for it co i'm sure you would only regret it, keep your chin up mate speak to you soon
08 March 2006, 02:20 PM
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bad news, but surely a great excuse to go to town 
2.5, fmic, induction ect ect awesome power here you come, minimum of 400/400 eh chief
Better do the brakes as well while your at it
08 March 2006, 02:33 PM
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Unlucky mate. You've always wanted to go for a 2.5, and this is the perfect excuse. And it will be something different. But then again you do seem to suffer from verbal diarriaha 
Chris, He's just done his front pads and discs. And some eibach springs.
Chris, He's just done his front pads and discs. And some eibach springs.
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08 March 2006, 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by The Chief
The way i'm thinking now TBH is to cut my losses and run - i mean 3k on a rebuild on a car worth 5 tops!!!
08 March 2006, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by The Chief
The way i'm thinking now TBH is to cut my losses and run - i mean 3k on a rebuild on a car worth 5 tops!!!
So, what are you options:
1/ fix the cars engine in now
2/ drop a 2.5 in
3/ sell up and lose a packet
4/ get it stolen
Not choices I'd like to have to make m8, but you've got my full support in whatever you decide.
chris.
08 March 2006, 03:49 PM
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I've just had a phonecall - another option, and so far the best one i reckon i could go for - i'll keep you posted.
Lest just say it will save me modding it anyway
Lest just say it will save me modding it anyway
08 March 2006, 04:41 PM
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Well whats the phone all about we all want to know come on tell, if you are thinking about putting a 2.5 in i know ScoobyClinic have done a few just of late so it may be worth your time speaking to them for a price, then we will all being trying to catch you up not the other way round.
08 March 2006, 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by The Chief
I've just had a phonecall - another option, and so far the best one i reckon i could go for - i'll keep you posted.
Lest just say it will save me modding it anyway
Lest just say it will save me modding it anyway
08 March 2006, 05:14 PM
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Sorry to hear the bad news about your engine chief.
How much would it cost if you were able to get a refurbished engine? I guess most of the money is spent on the labour for replacement of the engine though.
How much would it cost if you were able to get a refurbished engine? I guess most of the money is spent on the labour for replacement of the engine though.
08 March 2006, 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by cw42
It's a pity your first scooby ownership has turned into a nightmare Carl, I can attest to the fact that these are strong cars and don't usually have such troubles
08 March 2006, 06:32 PM
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So sorry to hear about the engine Carl,
if you get it fixed properly it will probably last for years and be an excellent base for future mods
If you decide to go for a rebuild I have started using a very reasonably priced Subaru specialist, let me know if you want his number
if you get it fixed properly it will probably last for years and be an excellent base for future mods If you decide to go for a rebuild I have started using a very reasonably priced Subaru specialist, let me know if you want his number
08 March 2006, 07:12 PM
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sorry too hear about the motor mate i had the same upset last year but i completly destroyed mine and i was thinkin about getin rid but i had a bran new engine done and im so glad i did its only money and i enjoy the car so much
i had the same upset last year but i completly destroyed mine and i was thinkin about getin rid but i had a bran new engine done and im so glad i did its only money and i enjoy the car so much
08 March 2006, 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by cw42
It's a pity your first scooby ownership has turned into a nightmare Carl, I can attest to the fact that these are strong cars and don't usually have such troubles, looks like the previous owner was less than meticulous with upkeep
So, what are you options:
1/ fix the cars engine in now
2/ drop a 2.5 in
3/ sell up and lose a packet
4/ get it stolen
Not choices I'd like to have to make m8, but you've got my full support in whatever you decide.
chris.
So, what are you options:
1/ fix the cars engine in now
2/ drop a 2.5 in
3/ sell up and lose a packet
4/ get it stolen
Not choices I'd like to have to make m8, but you've got my full support in whatever you decide.
chris.
1/ fix the cars engine in now-
not sure I would do this as some thing must of caused it and it may well be still there
2/ drop a 2.5 in
expensive option but one hel of a car afterwoods, I would highly recomend getting the suspension and brakes done at the same time!
3/ sell up and lose a packet
Silly option as you will get hardly anything for her with a sick engine
4/ get it stolen
LOL but it will affect your no claims!
I have a possible 5th option
a 2.0litre STi 8 engine from theses guys http://www.apiengines.com/index2.php
Give them a bell as they do recon as well I dont know of there prices but there are good recomendations on here
Cheers and Good Luck Andy
08 March 2006, 08:14 PM
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Well i got a call today with regards to having an STi engine fitted, one has coem along but i will have to wait until Friday to find out if i can have it.
Will cost me less than other suppliers although still a lot of dosh for me
Will cost me less than other suppliers although still a lot of dosh for me
08 March 2006, 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by The Chief
Well i got a call today with regards to having an STi engine fitted, one has coem along but i will have to wait until Friday to find out if i can have it.
Will cost me less than other suppliers although still a lot of dosh for me
Will cost me less than other suppliers although still a lot of dosh for me
It will be a better car for it, Hope you keep it mate!