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08-23-2013, 12:53 AM
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Rejoining the flock
I just purchased my 4th SVX ... a lovely 1996 Bordeaux LSi with 122k mi. She needs a bit of care but nothing too dramatic. I am having an odd coolant issue I could use some advice on, if someone is willing. I will supply details if anyone replies. Enjoy the pics below
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Jeremy 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Laguna Blue Pearl - sold  1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Emerald Green Pearl - sold 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - traded 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - sold 1994 Nissan 300zx Convertible - Emerald - 102k mi 1999 Mercedes SLK230 Sport - Brilliant Silver - 83k mi 1990 Ford Taurus SHO - Oxford White - 10k mi 
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08-23-2013, 02:39 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
WOW.
I have never heard of an SVX with a cooling issue!  So, what is She doing?
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www.svxfiles.com The first SuperCharged SVX,  the first 4.44 gears, the first equal length headers, the first phenolic spacers, the first Class Glass fiberglass hood, the first with 4, 4.44s in his driveway Fiberglass Hood thread My locker 4.44 Swap link
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08-23-2013, 03:24 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
Sarcasm Noted..the only coolant related problem I've ever had with my previous SVXs was radiator replacement.. this one is new.. it seems to trap all the coolant in the overflow.. i replaced the cap and hoses... next is the thermostat.. and pressure check
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Jeremy 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Laguna Blue Pearl - sold 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Emerald Green Pearl - sold 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - traded 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - sold 1994 Nissan 300zx Convertible - Emerald - 102k mi 1999 Mercedes SLK230 Sport - Brilliant Silver - 83k mi 1990 Ford Taurus SHO - Oxford White - 10k mi
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08-23-2013, 05:55 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
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This one is NOT new, but I don't want to be the first to say it without more info. The coolant reservoir continues to fill up and not go back down? Could be as simple as a clogged overflow bottle which would let the radiator pump fluid into the reservoir, but not let it return to the radiator when cold. How is your temperature gauge acting? Especially at lower RPMs and MPH after driving at highway speeds for a while. .
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback  2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 08-23-2013 at 06:00 AM.
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08-23-2013, 08:29 AM
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08-23-2013, 11:21 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
Some of the information that would help in any coolant issue is;
Is the car overheating? Are both of the electric radiator fans working? Is the top radiator too hot to keep your hand on? Is the bottom radiator hose cold when the top hose is hot? When you squeese the upper rad hose when the engine is cold, does the coolant rush into the over flow?
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www.svxfiles.com The first SuperCharged SVX, the first 4.44 gears, the first equal length headers, the first phenolic spacers, the first Class Glass fiberglass hood, the first with 4, 4.44s in his driveway Fiberglass Hood thread My locker 4.44 Swap link
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08-23-2013, 12:32 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
I am sorry.. let me clarify.. when i said "new" i meant new to me... hence my asking the forum, in their infinite wisdom, for guidance and insight. If i needed to be berated for asking a question i'd check with my local Pepboys mechanic. As far as the behavior ... it air locks the radiator.. the coolant gets warm, it expands in volume, flows into the overflow tank, and stays there. i have replaced the radiator cap in a quick futile effort to possibly resolve. when it traps the coolant the rad cap is cool to the touch and can be opened, i allow the coolant to then flow back into the radiator and all is well for a period of time until it decides to do it again. on a road trip (had to get home) it lasted 300ish miles before needing to stop for gas and allowing the coolant to flow back into the radiator. the radiator and hoses are new, the 120k mi service was just performed. and yes the fans are working as they should.
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Jeremy 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Laguna Blue Pearl - sold 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Emerald Green Pearl - sold 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - traded 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - sold 1994 Nissan 300zx Convertible - Emerald - 102k mi 1999 Mercedes SLK230 Sport - Brilliant Silver - 83k mi 1990 Ford Taurus SHO - Oxford White - 10k mi
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08-23-2013, 09:28 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
I have nothing to add but a suggestion to change your username, Moron.
And why does your signature look better than mine?
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Kenneth 1997 Subaru SVX LSi "Svetlana" #185 of 640 - 09/1996 - Polo Green Pearl - 34k miles 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Everett" #8738 - 01/1992 - Ebony Pearl - 139k miles - 5MT shifty - Sold 07/31/2011 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Sven" #1599 - 05/1991 - Claret - 168k miles - Traded 05/11/2005 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited CVT - Crystal White Pearl - 2.8k miles 2021 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT - Horizon Blue Pearl - 17k miles 2023 Volkswagen Jetta S 6MT - Pure White - 2.6k miles 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Limited EV - Ceramic White - 30k miles
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08-23-2013, 09:39 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
I am more intrigued with his vanity plate.
Something similar to "ASSBNDT" ?
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . .
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08-23-2013, 09:48 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
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www.svxfiles.com The first SuperCharged SVX, the first 4.44 gears, the first equal length headers, the first phenolic spacers, the first Class Glass fiberglass hood, the first with 4, 4.44s in his driveway Fiberglass Hood thread My locker 4.44 Swap link
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08-23-2013, 10:04 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
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Kenneth 1997 Subaru SVX LSi "Svetlana" #185 of 640 - 09/1996 - Polo Green Pearl - 34k miles 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Everett" #8738 - 01/1992 - Ebony Pearl - 139k miles - 5MT shifty - Sold 07/31/2011 1992 Subaru SVX LS-L "Sven" #1599 - 05/1991 - Claret - 168k miles - Traded 05/11/2005 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited CVT - Crystal White Pearl - 2.8k miles 2021 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT - Horizon Blue Pearl - 17k miles 2023 Volkswagen Jetta S 6MT - Pure White - 2.6k miles 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Limited EV - Ceramic White - 30k miles
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08-24-2013, 07:27 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
yeah the name sucks but i cant change it.. and Nevada wouldnt let me renew the plate.. im open to suggestions.. anyone know what causes the coolant issue??? also can the rear bearings be repaired/replaced or is it cheaper to do the entire hub??.. will a FWD hub assembly work? theres a laguna fwd in my local pick a part if anyone needs parts..
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Jeremy 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Laguna Blue Pearl - sold 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Emerald Green Pearl - sold 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - traded 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - sold 1994 Nissan 300zx Convertible - Emerald - 102k mi 1999 Mercedes SLK230 Sport - Brilliant Silver - 83k mi 1990 Ford Taurus SHO - Oxford White - 10k mi
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08-24-2013, 08:51 PM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
pressure test the cap and see if it is reading proper lbs which I think is 13? I've had several BAD caps in a row from subaru.
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Seth 94' Barcelona Red w/ Tricoat black 2-tone AWD Ls -Sold Mods:AWD conversion/4.44 swap by Budfreak, Custom red interior lights, Custom Satin black dash, Power mode switch, Cold air intake, Permecool tranny filter,Sony xplode 10" sub, Sony xplode 1000w amp, Blitz in-line driver, DDM Tuning 6000k HID's, New paint job/body work by me, 97' Grill, QC shift kit, 17'' MB Motoring rims, 15&20 min mod, front & rear urethane swaybar bushings, Custom fiberglass sub box, Custom red led a/c control unit, perrin lightweight crank pulley, Black wrinkle finish powdercoated intake manifold w/ clear hoses , 02' outback heated/power black leather seats Soon to come:Fiberglass hood, upholster ALL suede to black leather Past subies: 92' Pearl White/black top LS-L-SOLD 96' Legacy Outback-TOTALED 99' Legacy Outback Limited 30th anniversary edition-TOTALED 98' Forester L -Totaled Other toys: 99' Forester S -WRX brake upgrade, soon an 04 wrx motor swap 06' B9 Tribeca-Stock 1982' Yamaha xj650 Maxim Mods: work in progress
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08-25-2013, 01:36 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
tried another new cap today.. same issue persists.. though i can drive for an extended period around town without issue.. im leaning toward replacing the thermostat? any thoughts.. and the bearings? is entire hub replacement easier?
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Jeremy 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Laguna Blue Pearl - sold 1994 Subaru SVX LSi - Emerald Green Pearl - sold 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - traded 1996 Subaru SVX LSi - Bordeaux Pearl - sold 1994 Nissan 300zx Convertible - Emerald - 102k mi 1999 Mercedes SLK230 Sport - Brilliant Silver - 83k mi 1990 Ford Taurus SHO - Oxford White - 10k mi
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08-25-2013, 06:59 AM
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Re: Rejoining the flock
Some of the information that would help in any coolant issue is;
Is the car overheating? Are both of the electric radiator fans working? "yes the fans are working as they should" Is the top radiator too hot to keep your hand on? Is the bottom radiator hose cold when the top hose is hot? When you squeese the upper rad hose when the engine is cold, does the coolant rush into the over flow?
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www.svxfiles.com The first SuperCharged SVX, the first 4.44 gears, the first equal length headers, the first phenolic spacers, the first Class Glass fiberglass hood, the first with 4, 4.44s in his driveway Fiberglass Hood thread My locker 4.44 Swap link
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