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huck369 · #31 02-21-2011, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by clarkerussell

OK, so I've got my parts list together and including all the seals, 6 new plugs, and 2-day shipping I'm at about $220 from ubarugenuineparts.com. I called and they have all the parts in stock, so I should have them by Thursday.

BIG weekend haead of me

Does anyone have an electronic copy of the service manual for a 1996? Thanks in advance.

Clarke

Nothing you're ding will be different from any other year SVX, so any year FSM will do, I think one is linked to in the how-to lockers...

clarkerussell · #32 02-24-2011, 01:19 PM

Does anyone know the correct torque value for the valve cover bolts? What about the spark plugs?

I tried to navigate the FSM, but I can't seem to find the section on Valve cover replacement (or Timing Belt service for that matter...)

Clarke

icingdeath88 · #33 02-24-2011, 01:35 PM

Look in the how-to docs on the forum. The valve cover bolts torque is measured in inch-pounds, though, so make sure you find out and don't overtighten them.

clarkerussell · #34 02-24-2011, 08:41 PM

Just a quick note to tell everyone how impressed I am with Subaruparts.com...

I ordered my parts on Wednesday at 3:00 Eastern time. Since I needed them by Friday, I had to use next day air. Once I placed the order I called to verify the order. They double checked that everything was actually in stock and then, less than 24 hours later, my order arrived on the East Coast. Everything was individually labeled, including the 3 different o-rings I purchased. Shipping was a bit high, but my total cost was still less than what I would have paid at the local dealer even with my 15% discount.

I wish I had purchased this a week ago so I could have saved $20+ on shipping, but other than that, I was VERY happy.

clarkerussell · #35 02-24-2011, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by icingdeath88

Look in the how-to docs on the forum. The valve cover bolts torque is measured in inch-pounds, though, so make sure you find out and don't overtighten them.

I'm sorry, I overlooked the torque values there.

The specifications listed show 10-14 ft-lb. That's pretty vague... I guess I'll pour over the FSM again to look for it.

Cam · #36 02-24-2011, 09:46 PM

10-14 ft./lbs will snap the heads off those bolts. I am pretty sure they are like 45 in./lbs

clarkerussell · #37 02-24-2011, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Cam

10-14 ft./lbs will snap the heads off those bolts. I am pretty sure they are like 45 in./lbs

I was just stating what was in the PDF archive. Perhaps it should be updated?

While we are on this subject, how much time should I commit to completing the valve cover gaskets?

Cam · #38 02-24-2011, 10:18 PM

A full day and a 6-pack...hahaha. It can be frustrating, but mostly its just awkward positions and a lot of cursing. I would say if you can do it on a weekend with no other real obligations that is the best way to do it.

huck369 · #39 02-25-2011, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by clarkerussell

I was just stating what was in the PDF archive. Perhaps it should be updated?

While we are on this subject, how much time should I commit to completing the valve cover gaskets?

The valve cover bolts are shoulder bolts, I run then in until the shoulder bottoms out, then go about a 1/4 turn tighter.

clarkerussell · #40 02-25-2011, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Cam

A full day and a 6-pack...hahaha. It can be frustrating, but mostly its just awkward positions and a lot of cursing. I would say if you can do it on a weekend with no other real obligations that is the best way to do it.

I'm hoping that my extensive set of wobbles and extensions can help me overcome some of the space constraints... Perhaps I'm just fooling myself though

Hopefully Saturday will be my valve cover day, and Sunday will be the timing belt/Water pump/etc)...

clarkerussell · #41 02-25-2011, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Cam

A full day and a 6-pack...hahaha. It can be frustrating, but mostly its just awkward positions and a lot of cursing. I would say if you can do it on a weekend with no other real obligations that is the best way to do it.

I'm hoping that my extensive set of wobbles and extensions can help me overcome some of the space constraints... Perhaps I'm just fooling myself though

Hopefully Saturday will be my valve cover day, and Sunday will be the timing belt/Water pump/etc)... I really wish there was a more detailed writeup on the Timing Belt procedure. If I was more confident in what I was doing I'd try to document it as I went along for others.

huck369 · #42 02-25-2011, 08:09 AM

A 10 mm ratcheting wrench will be a HUGE help with the valve covers....

dennyo · #43 02-25-2011, 12:55 PM

I replaced mine last summer and the only problem I had was a boot on one coil stayed on the plug and it was a chore digging it out with a pick.You may have better luck.I have never owned a subaru before this one and it took me about 1-1 1/2 hours per side. but I'm no stranger to working on cars.

clarkerussell · #44 02-25-2011, 06:06 PM

I got the right side cover off this afternoon. Not too hard, but the lower bolts were a bee-yatch... I had success getting to them from under the car.

Incidentally, I found the torque settings:

Valve Cover Bolt ......................... 35-44 INCH lbs

Still looking for the spark plug torque settings.

Cam · #45 02-25-2011, 07:00 PM

Just snug the spark plugs good. They are not load bearing or structural so torque is not important. What is important is you compress the washer on the plugs so it holds compression in the cylinders.