n00b question: How are your windows in those frameless doors?
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I think the biggest thing is not to close the doors hard when the window isn't in the full up position. If you go easy while closing the doors everything should be fine.
#21
I've had problems with wind noise. The drivers side window doesn't seal properly if you just close the door. Generally opening and closing the window fixes it. I've had it adjusted twice by the dealer. The second time was more effective in that the wind noise stopped for a while. Now window squeaks and the window noise is back. I think it maybe somewhat temperature related. Not the car's best feature imo
#24
will roof racks damage window/weather stripping?
since we're on the topic of frameless doors, will a roof rack on the sedan damage the windows and/or weather stripping?
im considering getting the yakima q-towers and respective clips if that info helps.
im considering getting the yakima q-towers and respective clips if that info helps.
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My wagon windows have withstood kid abuse for three years (kids broke a seat belt and cup holder but they were replaced by SOA). I thought for sure the windows would snap off with kids hanging from them & etc but they seem to have survived (kids and windows). However, the frameless windows make breaking in to the car E-Z.
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148000 miles and racks ok
I have a 97 GT and it has about 148000 miles on it and the weather stripping and window seals are still fine. I don't have any leak problems and I use my Thule racks frequently. As long as the racks are designed for a subaru it should be no problem. As far as the original question I wouldn't let a frameless door keep you from buying a suby. Good luck
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Car Info: 05 2.5RS Wagon Royal Blue Pearl
I had a 92 legacy with 200K+ on it and didn't have any problems. IIRC the first gen Legacy's had to have a valve of sorts installed to allow the pressure to change when you shut the doors. The cabin was so airtight that the door would not shut and seal properly because of air pressure. So though they don't make a nice sound when you close them, who cares. As far as safety, how many suby models score tops in safety in all areas...side impact included.
#28
I have an 04 STi. Everything is fine, except at oh 130+ (Dont do that much,
Maybe more than I should) alot of wind noise.
It isnt really a problem. More of an "You should slow down now" sign.
Maybe more than I should) alot of wind noise.
It isnt really a problem. More of an "You should slow down now" sign.
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