Be Gentle - I'm New To This, basic info needed please
 

Well, here we go, this is my first post so if it's a bit pony accept my apologises.
I'm picking up my first Impreza this afternoon. I'm getting a UK spec AWD Turbo MY00, can't wait!!
It's got 113k miles and hasn't been serviced since April.
I want to do the basics to start with-
change oil
change oil filter
change air filter
check plugs

I am an experienced DIY mechanic with a pretty decent toolbox so that side shouldn't be a problem, what I want to know is this - what oil, filters and plugs should i use, and where is the best place to get them.

I'm sure this is completely open to individual interpretation but I have to start somewhere.

Thanks in advance :)

Oh, I live in Poole

Here is a start for you.

bulbs

PowerBulbs - Upgrade Car Bulbs - Headlight Bulbs - Xenon Bulbs from Philips and Osram, including Philips Xtreme Power and Osram NightBreaker globes.

tyres

Tyres for PASSENGER CARs very cheap, bargains, have a look and save

sparkplugs - NGK PFR6B

NGK Car and Van applications Petrol Engines

service packs - 5w/40 oil

Opie Oils



workshop manuals

https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...ml#post8026741

Welcome newbie ;)

Personally I use Silkolene oil, genuine Subaru oil and air filter, never changed the plugs! (should do really :freak3: )

There is a Subaru dealership just opened in Blandford St. Mary.

I live in Poole too, so will probably see you around Paul :D

use genuine subaru filters,oh,dont forget fuel filter aswell.use a decent semi synthetic oil,10w 40.

I always use 10w 40 oil and subaru filters and never any probs not even in the cold. good look and welcome to scoobynet.

yep all of the above i always use valvoline durablend thats a good oil

If you search oil using the search facility, you'll find a bewildering array of advice, opinions, etc. on the subject. Any threads started by Oilman, or ones with contributions from him, are well worth reading...

Welcome to SN too. :)

Welcome to ScoobyNet m8.

I use Motul in the engine and always subarus own filters.

Plugs are abit of a tw@t to get at.

I use NKG PFR7B's

The one thing you should do is pre load the oil filter with oil before you refit it otherwise it may not fill when you top up the engine afterwards.

I also have an MY00 UK car, check your service manual to see if the timing belt is due at 120,000 (60,000 intervals) or the slightly old version with 45,000 intervals (due at 90k and 135k).

Given the age of the car and erring on the side of caution I would get the belt changed and the idlers checked (on 99/00 classics they tend to be pants and need changing as well)

Your probably due diff, gearbox oil and a new fuel filter as well.

Hey Folks,

Thank you all for your replies - just need the flippin' rain to stop now so I can go and get oily!