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[NIKDENG]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

NIK,

The last photo is the 4th gen 2014 Forester XT. The Forester XT with the blurred out vehicle registration plates and the gentleman in brown shirt behind it is the 3rd gen 2008 model.

How is the latest model of Forester? Planning on getting one. Thanks.

[Alabang BRZ]

Originally Posted by dagame

my dealer advised me against blaze 100 kasi masisira daw yung engine ko kahit 1/2 lang daw. sabi nila v-power racing lang daw kasi 93 octane rating lang daw kailangan ng car but i'm starting to hear the infamous cricket sounds in my car. what fuel do you guys use in your cars aside from blaze 100?

Look up the partners of MI. I'd follow with what is written on owner's manual and behind the fuel tank cover. 98 RON is recommended but 95 RON can be used without damage to the vehicle. Anything lower and... you will need your dealer to sign a document saying it can take 93 RON and will cover for any and all damages and related inconveniences with going against the manufacturer's recommendation.

Anyone have an idea where I can get the trunk liner that covers the tire? I find it annoying to have it sticking out.

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

How is the latest model of Forester? Planning on getting one. Thanks.

Can't recommend it enough. Certain colors have shortages. I like the 2014 model in white but it has a LOOOONG waiting period. Almost as long as the BRZ.

To be honest I like it more than the BRZ because it is easier to get in, it has Harman Kardon stereo, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls, multi-function LCD with rear camera, 250BHP, sunroof, etc etc etc...

It has a lot of space for luggage and seats for adults.

Yes, BRZ is a sports car and 1/3rd the weight but wish the trunk was a but more useful other than putting in airline carry-on baggage.

[NIKDENG]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

Can't recommend it enough. Certain colors have shortages. I like the 2014 model in white but it has a LOOOONG waiting period. Almost as long as the BRZ.

To be honest I like it more than the BRZ because it is easier to get in, it has Harman Kardon stereo, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls, multi-function LCD with rear camera, 250BHP, sunroof, etc etc etc...

It has a lot of space for luggage and seats for adults.

Yes, BRZ is a sports car and 1/3rd the weight but wish the trunk was a but more useful other than putting in airline carry-on baggage.

Thanks for the feedback, will now definitely get one. Aside from the lack of power, I have a hard time getting in and out of the BRZ because of my back problems. I use my XV more often because of this.

[dagame]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

Look up the partners of MI. I'd follow with what is written on owner's manual and behind the fuel tank cover. 98 RON is recommended but 95 RON can be used without damage to the vehicle. Anything lower and... you will need your dealer to sign a document saying it can take 93 RON and will cover for any and all damages and related inconveniences with going against the manufacturer's recommendation.

Anyone have an idea where I can get the trunk liner that covers the tire? I find it annoying to have it sticking out.





Can't recommend it enough. Certain colors have shortages. I like the 2014 model in white but it has a LOOOONG waiting period. Almost as long as the BRZ.

To be honest I like it more than the BRZ because it is easier to get in, it has Harman Kardon stereo, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls, multi-function LCD with rear camera, 250BHP, sunroof, etc etc etc...

It has a lot of space for luggage and seats for adults.

Yes, BRZ is a sports car and 1/3rd the weight but wish the trunk was a but more useful other than putting in airline carry-on baggage.

yeah, i agree. i won't be using anything below 95 RON. i'm thinking about trying the non-100 blaze or xcs the next time i gas up to check if those would still produce the cricket sounds since they advised me against using blaze even if 1/2 blaze and 1/2 another fuel.

aside from the fuel, i'd have to say i have the same problem with my tire sticking out. its really annoying especially in the future when let's say you change your tire when you get a flat, all your stuff in the trunk would get dirty because of the flat tire. :|

[Alabang BRZ]

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

Thanks for the feedback, will now definitely get one. Aside from the lack of power, I have a hard time getting in and out of the BRZ because of my back problems. I use my XV more often because of this.

I have difficulty cause I should eat clean and train dirty.
How do you like the XV? I am thinking of getting one this year.

Originally Posted by dagame

yeah, i agree. i won't be using anything below 95 RON. i'm thinking about trying the non-100 blaze or xcs the next time i gas up to check if those would still produce the cricket sounds since they advised me against using blaze even if 1/2 blaze and 1/2 another fuel.

aside from the fuel, i'd have to say i have the same problem with my tire sticking out. its really annoying especially in the future when let's say you change your tire when you get a flat, all your stuff in the trunk would get dirty because of the flat tire. :|

SeaOil is 98 RON by default per their written sign. Problem is my route doesnt have me passing through a busy SeaOil station. I prefer a busy fuel station because the fuel will probably be new stock and the chances of getting mugged will be low.

I do not know why Subaru/Toyota couldnt make the spare tire compartment covered. Were they thinking that we'd put bags in the mag wheel cavity?

[NIKDENG]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

Anyone have an idea where I can get the trunk liner that covers the tire? I find it annoying to have it sticking out.

I temporarily used one of these which you can get from most car accessories shop. They are used to cover spare tires of the older model crv's. Prevents stuff from falling into the tire and under the trunk. Cheap solution.

[NIKDENG]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

I have difficulty cause I should eat clean and train dirty.

How do you like the XV? I am thinking of getting one this year.

I do not know why Subaru/Toyota couldnt make the spare tire compartment covered. Were they thinking that we'd put bags in the mag wheel cavity?

Sometimes I feel that the XV actually pulls better than the BRZ. The CVT transmission is just so smooth and it returns very good mileage. Interior and amenities are almost an exact replica of your XT less the power tailgate and driver seat. Size and height is perfect for zipping around in traffic.

In the US, they no longer offer the full spare tire and instead just placed a space saver tire so they were able to flatten out the trunk.

[Alabang BRZ]

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

I temporarily used one of these which you can get from most car accessories shop. They are used to cover spare tires of the older model crv's. Prevents stuff from falling into the tire and under the trunk. Cheap solution.

Around how much? I was planning to have euro vehicle registration plate done with the LTO conduction sticker number on it but it's P950.

Nik if safety is your concern the 2014 Forester is the sole mini SUV that tops the updated IIHS tests

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[dagame]

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

I temporarily used one of these which you can get from most car accessories shop. They are used to cover spare tires of the older model crv's. Prevents stuff from falling into the tire and under the trunk. Cheap solution.

kaya ba naglagay ng item on top? or i still need to put something similar to a plywood on top para makastore pa ng item there?

[dagame]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

Around how much? I was planning to have euro vehicle registration plate done with the LTO conduction sticker number on it but it's P950.

Nik if safety is your concern the 2014 Forester is the sole mini SUV that tops the updated IIHS tests

haha buti nga 950 lang, i got mine for 3k. i'm so regretting rushing that decision for customized euro plates. can't back out now, i placed a dp kasi :|

[NIKDENG]

Originally Posted by dagame

kaya ba naglagay ng item on top? or i still need to put something similar to a plywood on top para makastore pa ng item there?

No need to put plywood. Cover is very strong once stretched over the tire. I got the cover for less than 500 pesos in banawe. Customized euro plates cost only 750 pesos here in Paranaque.

[Alabang BRZ]

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

No need to put plywood. Cover is very strong once stretched over the tire. I got the cover for less than 500 pesos in banawe. Customized euro plates cost only 750 pesos here in Paranaque.

Link? Any discount if I'll get 2-3 sets.

Or I could just stick with printed out paper thing for 60-90 days. So long as the MMDA doesn't flag me down I'm fine with it.

[dagame]

Originally Posted by Alabang BRZ

I have difficulty cause I should eat clean and train dirty.
How do you like the XV? I am thinking of getting one this year.

SeaOil is 98 RON by default per their written sign. Problem is my route doesnt have me passing through a busy SeaOil station. I prefer a busy fuel station because the fuel will probably be new stock and the chances of getting mugged will be low.

I do not know why Subaru/Toyota couldnt make the spare tire compartment covered. Were they thinking that we'd put bags in the mag wheel cavity?

i don't think i pass by any seaoil gas stations? yeah hassle yun, they should've covered it. its so impractical haha.

[dagame]

Originally Posted by NIKDENG

No need to put plywood. Cover is very strong once stretched over the tire. I got the cover for less than 500 pesos in banawe. Customized euro plates cost only 750 pesos here in Paranaque.

nice! will get one of those nalang din. thats the most practical thing to do nalang since no mods needed and its cheap lang.