Question:
I have a 96 outback with 97,000 miles and a blown head gasket to boot. I have heard from several mechanics that properly done with the latest head gasket revision the engine is possibly good for another 100,000. However, one mechanic has said I needed a new engine because the cast iron sleeves of the aluminum cylinders get loose and melt the aluminum. was this guy smoking crack? What is the verdict on a properly installled head gasket repair?
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Yes it's true about the Head gasket modification and yes the one mechanic is wrong. I used to work as a service adviser at Subaru dealers for many years before my accident and I have seen a few of these especially the 95-99 MY. Once it is repaired properly if there is no other damage it will go for a long time. Keep the maintenance up and it should last another 150,000 miles.why would you want a car that only lasted 97,000 miles? id junk it and get a Toyota or Honda you could buy a used one that had 200,000 on it and it would last longer than that Subaru did !
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