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07-02-2012, 05:44 PM | #12976 |
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i've heard the same thing about Amsoil 0w-20, it falls somewhere inbetween 20 and 30 viscosity. (not an amsoil fanboy, this is the first time i have ever tried it and i just put in my impreza and our jetta)
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07-02-2012, 05:55 PM | #12977 | |
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To elaborate some. I didn't buy the Impreza because I really liked it or because I loved the styling or something else about it. I bought the car because it seemed the most logical choice at the time. I feel I sacrificed a lot of things, mainly performance, when I decided on this car. Because of my job I needed a car that got good gas mileage, was somewhat cheap and preferably AWD for the occasions we have a sloppy day during the winter months. To sum up, I don't hate the car, but I really don't love it either. If problems are going to persist with the car, mainly the oil consumption, its really not going to be a hard decision to sacrifice AWD and get a different car. Last edited by jr0bb5; 07-02-2012 at 08:28 PM. |
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07-02-2012, 06:14 PM | #12978 | |
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here is a comparison of like vs like stats Amsoil Signature Series and Mobil 1 (both 0w-20): TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES Signature Series 100% Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil (ASM) Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 8.7 Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 47.3 Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270) 166 Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) 226 (439) High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity @ 150°C, 1.0 X 106 s.-1), cP (ASTM D-5481) 2.8 Total Base Number (ASTM D-2896) 12.6 TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES Mobil 1 0W-20 Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 8.7 Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 44.8 Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270) 173 Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) 224 High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity @ 150°C, 1.0 X 106 s.-1), cP (ASTM D-5481) 2.7 Total Base Number (ASTM D-2896) 8.8 The biggest difference is the total base number, which makes sense as the Amsoil is an extended change oil: http://www.blackstone-labs.com/do-i-need-a-tbn.php Last edited by Zeeper; 07-02-2012 at 06:27 PM. |
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07-02-2012, 06:16 PM | #12979 | |
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07-02-2012, 06:37 PM | #12980 | |
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07-02-2012, 06:54 PM | #12981 | |
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Amsoil is expensive if you change it using the manufacturer schedule. If you do an annual oil change, it is less expensive than using another oil following the manufacturer change interval (in other words, one change with amsoil is cheaper than 2-3 changes using another synthetic oil). It is probably also much cheaper than letting your dealer do your synthetic oil changes for you. |
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07-02-2012, 07:51 PM | #12982 |
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07-02-2012, 08:49 PM | #12983 | |
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07-02-2012, 10:49 PM | #12984 | |
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07-03-2012, 05:18 PM | #12985 |
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2013 Impreza - First Details
Surprised no one else has posted this (unless I missed it), but in the last day or two, Cars101.com has posted the first tidbits of the 2013 Impreza changes.
This appears to be color and package-level changes only listed. Nothing about functional changes, accessories, individual options, or prices. I was hoping for a rear camera on the non-nav Limited (since the head unit already supports it), but maybe it'll be added as an accessory. Here's hoping... 2013 Impreza-
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07-03-2012, 05:31 PM | #12986 | |
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07-03-2012, 05:37 PM | #12987 |
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I was thinking the same thing about my Obsidian Black/Dark Gray Metallic two-tone. I mainly wanted that two-tone choice over the all Obsidian Black choice because I wanted a black interior, which isn't available on the all black car.
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07-03-2012, 11:29 PM | #12988 |
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This decision will make our cars a "collector's item"?
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07-04-2012, 12:53 AM | #12989 |
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Honestly, I'm really miffed that they did away with the two-tone colors schemes. That sage green was beautiful to look at in direct sunlight. :/
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07-04-2012, 01:46 AM | #12990 |
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No more two-tones? That's kinda lame. It's nice to keep SOME traditions around, ya know? So for 2013 Subaru enthusiasts have to deal with a RWD sports car (I don't mind, but others definitely do) and no two-tone Sport Imprezas (kinda tragic).
Back-up camera IS available with NAV, though, so that's nice. Bluetooth and USB on Base models is a huge plus. After the loaner Base Impreza I had, I told myself that I could pretty much live with it if only it had Bluetooth and USB included! I know, I know, an aftermarket deck would solve that, but I just know that I enjoy it's inclusion in my current WRX. I'm also addicted to the moonroof, though, so I'm thinking a Premium would still be my minimum. |
07-04-2012, 01:51 AM | #12991 |
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Do you think Subaru did away with the two-tone colors for cost reasons? I assume it's more expensive to lay down two colors, although that's a look I've seen on Impreza's for years, so they obviously know what's involved in providing that choice.
It's interesting to note that when configuring a Ford Focus, certain colors carry a price premium (I know this because the Impreza and Focus where my two finalists). The funky metallic yellow color choice was almost $500 extra, as I recall. I remember being pleasantly surprised to discover that a two-tone Impreza didn't carry a price premium. |
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07-04-2012, 11:00 AM | #12993 |
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Recently picked up my wife's 2012 Impreza Sport Limited. Wanted to post a couple of pictures since I haven't had the chance to yet. I had the windows tinted and a clearbra added last week.
Picked up: Before Tint: After Tint: And a couple more: And one of what's under the cover: |
07-04-2012, 11:04 AM | #12994 |
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Nice! What percentage tint is that?
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07-04-2012, 11:08 AM | #12995 |
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De-badged everything except for the Sport badge? Things that make you go hmmm....
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07-04-2012, 11:19 AM | #12997 | |
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07-04-2012, 11:23 AM | #12998 |
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07-04-2012, 11:26 AM | #12999 | |
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I'm already planning on tinting the rear at 35% Which is all that's legal in my state The car looks great in white. Mine is DGM and I love it! Going for a suburban Batmobile look I guess. Last edited by WLS; 07-04-2012 at 01:14 PM. |
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07-04-2012, 11:57 AM | #13000 | |
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