Subaru Forester

**April_Ryan** · February 24th, 2013 08:42 PM

I usually change tires after 4 years. I think I'll change my tires earlier this time. I want size 18 rims kasi

Has anyone changed tires/rims? Matagtag na ba kung 18s? Also, how much should I save for this upgrade - ballpark, minimum gastos?

And lastly, I've been looking at some forum's galleries to get an idea of what rims to get and I occasionally see people referring to their rims as "copy". What does this mean? Parang DVD ba yan na may pirated?

**renzo_d10** · February 24th, 2013 08:51 PM

Originally Posted by April_Ryan

I usually change tires after 4 years. I think I'll change my tires earlier this time. I want size 18 rims kasi

Has anyone changed tires/rims? Matagtag na ba kung 18s? Also, how much should I save for this upgrade - ballpark, minimum gastos?

And lastly, I've been looking at some forum's galleries to get an idea of what rims to get and I occasionally see people referring to their rims as "copy". What does this mean? Parang DVD ba yan na may pirated?

18s would do fine for Foresters.

Copy, same as replicas. For example, Volk Racing makes really really expensive rims. Take TE37 for example, an orig set would set you back at a 6-digit pricing. Rota, which is a local brand, copies the rims and sells it at a cheaper price, usually 40k/set for 18s .. hence the term "copy"

**tr1ck5h07** · February 24th, 2013 11:56 PM

40k for Rota rims + the cost of 4 tires.

Originally Posted by renzo_d10

18s would do fine for Foresters.

Copy, same as replicas. For example, Volk Racing makes really really expensive rims. Take TE37 for example, an orig set would set you back at a 6-digit pricing. Rota, which is a local brand, copies the rims and sells it at a cheaper price, usually 40k/set for 18s .. hence the term "copy"

**delphinos2005** · February 26th, 2013 10:47 PM

Hi Forester Guys,

I am very close to purchasing the 2.0XS... hopefully tomorrow ma-close na namin yung deal. Yey! I am so excited.

Last few questions about the head unit. Ma-vo-void ba yung warranty ko if we had it installed outside? How about if I have it installed sa casa or "in-house" before delivery of my unit?

What companies do you suggest I get for this and what model na din? I want the complete package sana with 2 head rest monitors, because I have a very makulit na toddler.

Thank you so much! I can't wait to see other FXS/FXT on the road and I will definitely honk or flash my light when I do.

**delphinos2005** · February 27th, 2013 12:10 AM

So after doing some back reading, at around page 130-135, I saw some answers to my questions. Mainly the brands that I can choose from (AVT, FlyAudio, Pioneer)... Pero the question about warranty was not answered there yet. So I will continue some more back reading.

Anyway, can anybody share their experience of the "hand-me-over" procedure? Meron bang checklist of the things I need to inspect during the turnover?

Baka kasi sa sobrang excitement ko, di ko na ma-inspect mabuti. At i-drive ko na lang palabas, like i stole it. Hehehe.

Seriously, kailangan ko ba mag-dala ng mechanico to help me sa inspection/detailing?

**JackFlash** · February 27th, 2013 04:04 PM

Originally Posted by delphinos2005

So after doing some back reading, at around page 130-135, I saw some answers to my questions. Mainly the brands that I can choose from (AVT, FlyAudio, Pioneer)... Pero the question about warranty was not answered there yet. So I will continue some more back reading.

Anyway, can anybody share their experience of the "hand-me-over" procedure? Meron bang checklist of the things I need to inspect during the turnover?

Baka kasi sa sobrang excitement ko, di ko na ma-inspect mabuti. At i-drive ko na lang palabas, like i stole it. Hehehe.

Seriously, kailangan ko ba mag-dala ng mechanico to help me sa inspection/detailing?

Congrats with your new purchase. To answer your questions...

1. Warranty of head unit if replaced - better to ask your sales agent. Buti na yung galing sa kanya ang advice kaysa sa amin, because you can always refer to him in case you need to claim warranty. You should also refer to the car's warranty booklet which comes separately from the owner's manual. So in case of doubts about what the sales rep says, the booklet will be your final arbiter.

2. The turn-over - the dealer will give you a checklist of items so you can inspect the car accordingly.

3. Kailangan ng mekaniko? - I didn't bring one when I got my unit. I felt that if there was something wrong, dapat lang nila ayusin for the amount of money I spent on the car. Pag brand new, madalas naman na halos wala kang alalahanin lalo na pag fresh off the showroom. However, I did experience some rattling in the tailgate 2 wks after I got the car. Binalik ko and after they tightened a few bolts, OK na. No charge (dapat lang). Pero kung mas panatag ang loob mo kung may kasama kang mekaniko, then that's your choice.

Good luck and enjoy the ride.

**delphinos2005** · February 27th, 2013 11:47 PM

Originally Posted by JackFlash

Congrats with your new purchase. To answer your questions...

Good luck and enjoy the ride.

Thanks a lot, Sir Jack!

I have another question, if you don't mind.

If I buy my car sa Alabang, can I have it serviced at Fort or Greenhills? These are nearer my work place, and my home, respectively.

But the color that I want is only available sa Alabang, so I will go there tomorrow to finally pay and seal the deal. My agent said I'll be able to get my unit on Saturday. Yey!! Can't wait.

Thanks again, Sir.

**imperialv** · February 28th, 2013 05:59 AM

Kahit saan mo pa service wala kang problema.. Yung sa Alabang is a franchised .. Yung ortigas at fort company owned by MI..

Regarding yellow fogs, most subbys nagpapa overlay.. Look for CarloV in subysoc, siya yung nag overlay ng mga kotse.

Originally Posted by JackFlash

Congrats with your new purchase. To answer your questions...

1. Warranty of head unit if replaced - better to ask your sales agent. Buti na yung galing sa kanya ang advice kaysa sa amin, because you can always refer to him in case you need to claim warranty. You should also refer to the car's warranty booklet which comes separately from the owner's manual. So in case of doubts about what the sales rep says, the booklet will be your final arbiter.

2. The turn-over - the dealer will give you a checklist of items so you can inspect the car accordingly.

3. Kailangan ng mekaniko? - I didn't bring one when I got my unit. I felt that if there was something wrong, dapat lang nila ayusin for the amount of money I spent on the car. Pag brand new, madalas naman na halos wala kang alalahanin lalo na pag fresh off the showroom. However, I did experience some rattling in the tailgate 2 wks after I got the car. Binalik ko and after they tightened a few bolts, OK na. No charge (dapat lang). Pero kung mas panatag ang loob mo kung may kasama kang mekaniko, then that's your choice.

Good luck and enjoy the ride.