I generally like to use factory parts when maintaining my vehicles. Plus factory filters are usually the same price as an aftermarket ones. Here is a list I use when ordering parts for our 2015 Subaru Forester FB2.5. Part Subaru Part Number Oil Filter 15208AA15A Oil Drain Plug Gasket 803916010 Air Filter 16546AA12A Drivers Side Wiper Blade SOA591U426 Passenger Side…

Our Scamp 13 came with all incandescent lights, many of which were out or worked intermittently. I started replacing them with LEDs, starting with the side marker lights. The factory side marker lights on our Scamp 13 were incandescent bulbs with push-in wire connectors. Over time, water appears to have corroded the connectors, which is what was causing the intermittent…

We purchased a used Scamp fiberglass trailer and noticed that the brakes didn't work on the way home. Finding parts for trailer axles isn't as easy as typing in a year make and model like purchasing brakes for your car. Further the axle spec tag on my axle were worn off. According to the Scamp parts store the part numbers…

Its generally good practice to replace the PCV valve at regular intervals as they can clog over time and cause oil leaks and other issues. I replaced the PCV valve on our 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5 during a 90k service. The factory service schedule doesn't have a replacement interval set for the PCV valve however the old valve was visibly…

Tankless water heaters need to be flushed annually to maintain peak performance. There are many kits available online, however because they are labeled "tankless flush kit" they are double or triple the price of putting one together yourself. I was able to put one together with commonly available parts that was 1/3rd the cost. This flush kit was based off…

Our Subaru Forester (2015) started making a growling noise towards the rear of the vehicle. I jacked up the rear of the vehicle and turned both rear tires, one side made a growling noise. Oddly enough there was no play or other signs indicating a problem. I replaced both rear wheel bearings since they both have ~90k miles. This is…

Here are some links that I found helpful when doing the M50 24 valve swap into my E30. Great site for looking up BMW part numbers, has parts diagrams as well. Real OEM California BAR Smog Check Guide (Specifically Appendix D) Garagistic Swap and Wiring Information RMeuropean BMW E30 M50 Swap Great Wiring Harness Post Post about the pins

Our car got totaled and we wanted to do a salvage retain (when you buy the salvaged car from the insurance). The instructions on the California DMV’s website are convoluted at best. They list many steps as a “you may need to”. Three trips to the DMV later I finally got it figured out. I spent a considerable time researching…