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Old 28 March 2003, 04:09 PM
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just been charged 3.50 for a rear fog light switch illumination bulb, couldnt get it anywhere else but from a dealer !

this is the bulb that makes the switch light up with your lights, not the orange warning illumination, thats prolly twice the price ! *******...
Old 28 March 2003, 04:14 PM
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Centre pocket for Forester - suits impreza WRX and converts double to single din. Natty damped flap (oo er) over a pocket. Looks very good, matches dash colour perfectly.

A tenner, squire. Almost fell over - far too cheap . Bloke at parts couldn't believe it either
Old 28 March 2003, 04:52 PM
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Have you checked the dealers price for a headlight?
Old 28 March 2003, 04:53 PM
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How about £350 for a set of mudflaps.....
Old 28 March 2003, 04:56 PM
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How about £25000 for an STI 8, when they're about £17000 in Japan? LOL:
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Old 28 March 2003, 05:37 PM
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Square plastic box key fob thingy to hold the detachable Double Din part of the stereo....

£9.70 + VAT

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Old 28 March 2003, 05:40 PM
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Back window £800!! That's for a UK car, no back wiper or anything fancy, just glad I got glass cover on my insurance so £60 to me
Old 28 March 2003, 05:55 PM
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1 blue pipe 4 inches

piece or exhaust 26 inches

1600 quid

Old 28 March 2003, 06:39 PM
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4 plastic alloy wheel centre caps - £50

MAF sensor - £350 (until we all got wise)

Any OEM alloy wheel

brake discs & pads

the list goes on .......
Old 28 March 2003, 06:48 PM
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I didn't think that you could buy the bulbs for the switch illumination??

Mine has gone - was told on here that it was a new switch?

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Old 28 March 2003, 06:50 PM
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£700 for a pair of STi front (one piece (so solid )) discs

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Old 28 March 2003, 06:55 PM
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Optimax..........
Old 28 March 2003, 06:58 PM
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What about the MAF sensor we all know???

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Old 28 March 2003, 07:22 PM
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Already been mentioned. Can't you comprehend?
Old 28 March 2003, 07:25 PM
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LOL, Pete's old and a little senile
Old 28 March 2003, 07:36 PM
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pete, bulbs are replaceable (my99 anyway) - slot into the side of the switch and have a half turn lock to keep em in. need to drop the dash and push the switch out from the back to get at them...
Old 28 March 2003, 07:44 PM
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Why in gods name are Subaru prices so outrageous, can someone seriously me answer that.
I mean I got quoted £280 for a set of front brake pads, for f**ks sake I'm driving a SUBARU not an Lamborghini![img]images/smilies/mad.gif[/img]
Thinking about it you'll probably be able to get Lambo parts cheaper!!
I think SUK needs a good kick up the ar$e and get their act together, me thinks a note to "Which" magazine would be a good start.
Old 28 March 2003, 07:44 PM
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Bluto - the usual moronic comment!!

What I was asking is WHAT DO WE ALL KNOW about the MAF sensor??

I was quite aware it had been mentioned!!

Pete
Old 28 March 2003, 07:51 PM
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Yes what about the MAF sensor?, obviously there are people here who are not wise "to it", me included!

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Old 28 March 2003, 07:53 PM
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<<<Why in gods name are Subaru prices so outrageous, can someone seriously me answer that.>>>

Yes, I can answer.
It's because we live in "Rip off Britain" which the nice Japanese refer to as "Treasure Island".:
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Old 28 March 2003, 07:57 PM
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Its because you all pay the prices!!

They see you throwing good money on PPP on 20" drainpipe exhausts super induction kits Gold Wheels you spend £1,000's on not much!!

So, they think lets fleece 'em!! simple - Those brake pads seem a bit high????????????????/!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don't Halfords do them for £15?? or something??

Pete
Old 28 March 2003, 08:21 PM
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The MAF sensor thingy (MY99 onwards IIRC). If you replace the whole unit its going to cost you £280. If you just buy the sensor bit its about £80. The part number is 22794AA010 - Meter CP-AIR Flow

There obviously maybe times when you may need to replace the whole unit though. Useful to know though if its just the actual sensor part which needs replacing.



[Edited by chrisp - 3/28/2003 8:26:51 PM]
Old 28 March 2003, 09:00 PM
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£700 for a pair of STi front (one piece (so solid )) discs
Matt

Add that to the price of the pads and your 2/3 the way to the Alcon kit

David
Old 28 March 2003, 09:38 PM
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How about over a Tenner for a touch up stick
Old 28 March 2003, 10:00 PM
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how about 50 dollars for the dual cup holder in an impreza..
Old 28 March 2003, 11:14 PM
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How about £22+VAT for one replacement high level rear spoiler fixing bracket for a 5 door. As theyre plastic coated, once it splits it just rusts real quick.
Old 29 March 2003, 06:20 AM
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£25.00 for a PIAA driving light bulb from subaru .

guy even said have a nice day with a smile.
probably cheaper to import it from japan.
Old 29 March 2003, 11:39 AM
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How about the cappy notchy gear box and judder feast that is the clutch. Really poor
Old 29 March 2003, 11:47 AM
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How about over a Tenner for a touch up stick
.......that is meant to be blue but comes out black !!
Old 29 March 2003, 12:29 PM
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anybody know the price of front turbo seats?


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