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Good outcome from a bad situation, should never have happened ps, thanks for the info. I think their is merit in MrB's procedure of putting anti seize on the g/plug threads, at least if they fault after some years they stand a chance of coming out easier and with no damage (even on new motors at time of purchase.). 6.5l/100 is quite good economy, at least that is a plus for the car. I found with the diesel Fozz that it was getting better as it got a few more K's on it and I agree with your comment re gravel road driving, the Fozz was outstanding and this sure footedness is one of the reasons we'll buy another. Good info and outcome also for plume although I think they ripped you a little for the $200 fee.

Thanks MrB, PM appreciated.

Excellent post Mr B and covers some of the info I was after, many thanks, have also sent you a PM. Our 2010 Forester gave glowplug problems at 1yr of age and then again after another faultless 4 years. Subaru Aus. & local dealer replaced all 4 x Glowplugs cost free. We had a life of car Service history with the dealership, this helps ! We love the diesel and will buy a 2015 SJ with CVT this month. Interested in any info on the 2013 -> 2015 SJ diesels that folks have heard about giving glow plug problems. The alternative brand glowplugs and anti seize before needing to extract a faulty g/plug is something I had been thinking about Mr B, thanks :) (I use an anti seize on my stump grinder threads habitually and find it excellent) G'day to the other Aussies here too.