sisyphus wrote:I have a 1999 4 cyl Outback that's about to pass the 175K mark. Never had to do anything other than replace the normal stuff--brakes, tires, etc. Never had a major problem with the engine or transmission.
Do you drive much on rocky roads -- e.g. those with lots of baseball-size rocks?
Have you replaced the ball joints or any of the CV boots or bearings on the front end?