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195+ miles...
my baby has 195+ miles on her and she is starting to leak again.
so in the thought process of getting the engine pulled and rebuilt...however i dont' know where a good place to look for seal kit? and since it's out and apart, thought about rebuilding the whole engine...good idea or bad? any price guestemates? any good shops to look at in tucson area? thanks guys
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Re: 195+ miles...
Subaru sells a motor re-seal kit.
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Re: 195+ miles...
Resealing the engine is cheaper way.
Rebuilding the whole engine will cost a lot, a lot more. This engine will last way beyond 195+k. If your engine doesn't burn oil or any problem, resealing is better way to go imo.
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