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1996 Legacy clutch questions

Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2009 1:28 am
by davewilson
Over the past few weeks I have noticed that my clutch has started slipping on my 96 legacy wagon in the higher gears and on hills. It seems to only do it when it's really cold out but I figure it's only a matter of time before it slips all the time. My questions are:

1) What is a good kit to order? I don't need anything fancy, just something reliable. I guess my real question should be what are the bad ones to stay away from?

2) What else should I replace while I've got the tranny out? ... and what will I need in the way of gaskets/seals etc. aside from what is included in the clutch kit?

Thanks in advance for the help, was pretty stoked to find out there are more legacy lovers out there!

Dave

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Re: 1996 Legacy clutch questions

Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2009 3:14 am
by n2x4
davewilson wrote: 1) What is a good kit to order? I don't need anything fancy, just something reliable. I guess my real question should be what are the bad ones to stay away from?

2) What else should I replace while I've got the tranny out? ... and what will I need in the way of gaskets/seals etc. aside from what is included in the clutch kit?
1. Exedy OEM clutch kit. Ebay has them for a little over $130. Comes with everything you need to do the job.

2.What else should you do? I'd say the plastic inspection cover on the passenger side of the block should be replaced if it's leaking. Same with the rear main, but I never touch those.

Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2009 3:38 am
by davewilson
Thanks for the fast reply! I'll most likely be ordering one of those tomorrow!

I've never had the tranny off my car, but I'm pretty excited to get in there. Are there any good resources for doing subaru clutches I should know about? I'm glad to know that this site is here in case I come across any major hitches as I go.

Dave