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Hi Everyone, I’m getting ready to perform my first coolant change on a 2015 Subaru Forester with about 130k. I bought a new thermostat to replace the original (which is still operating normally). I realized that the one I purchased on RockAuto opens at 188F, while the OE temp is 192. Will this...

So yesterday I attempted to change the rear differential fluid on my 15 Forester for the first time, at 85k miles. So, I ordered the appropriate hex/torx socket attachments, etc. and watched a bunch of YouTube videos, read a bunch of forum posts, and felt ready. What I was not ready for...

I was taking a look at some dielectric grease and thought, “how is this different from the sil-glyde brake lubricant grease I already have?” I’ve been researching, and can’t come up with an answer. Is it safe to use the sil-glyde brake lube as dielectric grease for my headlights?

I’ve never changed the differential fluid in my 2015 Forester (85k) and figured it’s about time. I went to pick up three quarts of Diff fluid at the local auto parts store. They had a great sale on Valvoline 75w-90, but only had two of them. They had Mobil 1 75w-90 for a few dollars more. I...

Hi, long time lurker, first time poster. I’m writing because I’ve come across some conflicting information, and I thought that the knowledgeable folks here might be able to help. I’ve been upgrading my oil and filter use since I began lurking here. Recently I changed the oil in my wife’s 2020...