2018 Subaru Forester — going one inch smaller for winter wheels — Cleveland owner
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 77,500 miles. I want smaller winter wheels for more sidewall. Overall tire diameter can stay close, but I am worried about cal…
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2018 Subaru Forester — going one inch smaller for winter wheels
I want smaller winter wheels for more sidewall. Overall tire diameter can stay close, but I am worried about caliper and spoke clearance. What measurements sho…
2018 Subaru Forester — inside shoulder worn out while outside looks fine
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 33,500 miles. The tires looked okay until I checked the inner shoulder, which is much more worn. The car is slightly lowered.…
2018 Subaru Forester — buying a car 1,200 miles away without seeing it
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 80,500 miles. A hard-to-find spec is several states away. Dealer has provided video and history, but I have not seen it in per…
2018 Subaru Forester — rear end still feels floaty after new shocks
Shocks were replaced and there are no obvious loose parts, but the rear still feels vague over highway undulations. What alignment, bushing, tire or installati…
2018 Subaru Forester — reliable cheap first car or newer car with warranty?
I am trying to balance purchase price against downtime and surprise repairs. Would you put the same budget into an older proven car with cash left over, or a n…
2018 Subaru Forester — brake fluid is old but still looks clean
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 62,000 miles. Fluid looks clear in the reservoir but has been in the car for several years. Would you change based on time/moi…
2018 Subaru Forester — footwell gets wet only after heavy rain
The car stays dry in normal rain but after a long storm one front footwell gets damp. Door seal looks okay. What drain/seam tests would you do before tearing t…
2018 Subaru Forester — steering wheel shakes only under highway braking — New York owner
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 96,000 miles. Cruising is smooth, but braking from highway speed makes the steering wheel shake. Pads still have material. Wou…
2018 Subaru Forester — coolant slowly disappears without an obvious leak
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 63,000 miles. The reservoir goes from full to low over several weeks. No puddle, oil looks normal, and I cannot find dried coo…
RustBeltWrench696Community StarterMay 23, 20262018 Subaru Forester 2.5iLong Island2 replies0 helpful
2018 Subaru Forester — how do you set a hard auction bid limit?
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 129,000 miles. I keep watching cars creep past what I planned because the last few minutes become emotional. How do experience…
2018 Subaru Forester — oil level drops between services with no puddle
I started measuring the oil level every few hundred miles and it is definitely falling between changes. There is no obvious puddle and I do not notice smoke. H…
2018 Subaru Forester — is this actually a good used-car deal? — Dallas owner question
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 83,500 miles. The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. Wh…
2018 Subaru Forester — brake fluid is old but still looks clean — Brooklyn owner
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 83,500 miles. Fluid looks clear in the reservoir but has been in the car for several years.
2018 Subaru Forester — single-cylinder misfire comes and goes
A cylinder-specific misfire code appeared after one rough start, then cleared and the engine feels normal. Plugs are not very old. Would you swap coils, inspec…
2018 Subaru Forester — tires or pads first for a beginner autocross season?
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 137,000 miles. Budget allows one meaningful upgrade. Current street tires are decent and brakes are standard replacements. Whi…
2018 Subaru Forester — is this actually a good used-car deal?
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 33,500 miles. The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. Wh…
2018 Subaru Forester — seller asks for a deposit before showing the car
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 82,000 miles. Private seller says several people are interested and asks for an electronic deposit to hold the car before I ca…
2018 Subaru Forester — steering wheel shakes only under highway braking
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 63,500 miles. Cruising is smooth, but braking from highway speed makes the steering wheel shake. Pads still have material. Wou…
2018 Subaru Forester — new tires are much louder than the old set
2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 94,500 miles. Same size and pressure, but the new tires create noticeably more highway hum. Is this usually tread pattern/comp…