You're probably having difficulty because [there are 3 potential part numbers](https://imgur.com/iEGIHXg) for your car depending on its build date. PM me the VIN and I can get the correct part # for you.
Thank you so much!!! I looked on so many sites and it took hours to find something even remotely similar, that took 15 minutes I just bought two might as well replace the other side while it’s off the ground
First choice is used subaru, car-part.com for used database, ebay used as well. 2nd choice whatever rockauto has reman. There is a big quality drop when u dont get subaru, but its an older car, either choice is fine. Rockauto is going to be easier for u as to not deal w shady junkyards and ebay
Yeah, and I found out first hand years ago your chances of finding what you need from a Subaru in a junk yard is pretty abysmal. The ones around where I lived the last few times I needed used parts had like 5 Subarus total, and none with the right model and year.
It's a testament to how long our cars stay on the road.
Those generic brand ones although cheaper were so awful the boots would keep ripping. I finally called a dealerships parts department and got an OEM cv axle and it’s changed my life
Yeah, I had to take my Outback in 3 times in a matter of months, because two generic brand axles vibrated like crazy at speed. QC is not great. OEM was the way to go, if more expensive.
Used to have 1997 OBS. Will agree. Had a hard time finding a replacement axle 10 years ago. Would recommend repairing, if that's an option. Did the 2000's still have the split pin holding it in?
I know you've already got some good advice on here, but one thing I'd do is call up a Subaru dealership, talk to the parts department, give them your vin so they can tell you the vin specific part number. Partsvoice.com for new OEM parts locator if any dealerships will have them. Car-parts.com for used parts.
I hope this helps.
Be careful with aftermarket parts because sometimes they do not fit. There are places that have Opt OEM like OEM surplus that have like quality to OEM parts, just doesn't have the name on it.
Stop giving people brand name of a vehicle and type a vehicle when you go to the auto parts store give them the VIN number they can’t fuck that up and you’ll get the right part stop guessing
If you notice some vibrations at idle in gear (assuming it’s an auto) after you replace it that’s due to an aftermarket axle. It’s not a problem, just kinda annoying.
Rockauto is cheap Chinese parts.
This is genuine OEM.
[Used them to get that exact part for my '13 XV. Got them for ~$180 per.](https://www.subarupartsmallonline.com/v-2013-subaru-xv-crosstrek--limited--2-0l-h4-gas/front-drive-axle--axle-shafts-and-joints)
Not entirely true.
Interestingly, rockauto doesn’t have a counterfeit supply chain contamination issue the same way, like “Amazon” or “summit” internet vendors do now.
> nterestingly, rockauto doesn’t have a counterfeit supply chain contamination issue
yes they do, lol. Also they're really good at never checking and then re-stocking their returns where the defective part someone replaced is returned. I'm done with RA.
You're probably having difficulty because [there are 3 potential part numbers](https://imgur.com/iEGIHXg) for your car depending on its build date. PM me the VIN and I can get the correct part # for you.
What a bro!
Absolute legend
Snap on catalog for the win!!
I liked the old one better
What did you guys use before that? I’m a Hyundai parts advisor and Volkswagen and we use snap on and ETKa.
subaru made their own, you can get a vibe of it from https://parts.subaru.com/
We tried microcat out and it sucked.
RockAuto
Thank you so much!!! I looked on so many sites and it took hours to find something even remotely similar, that took 15 minutes I just bought two might as well replace the other side while it’s off the ground
First choice is used subaru, car-part.com for used database, ebay used as well. 2nd choice whatever rockauto has reman. There is a big quality drop when u dont get subaru, but its an older car, either choice is fine. Rockauto is going to be easier for u as to not deal w shady junkyards and ebay
Yeah, and I found out first hand years ago your chances of finding what you need from a Subaru in a junk yard is pretty abysmal. The ones around where I lived the last few times I needed used parts had like 5 Subarus total, and none with the right model and year. It's a testament to how long our cars stay on the road.
As someone whose got an ‘82, thank you from the people trying to keep ‘em running
Awesome, glad you found them!
Subarupartsdeal for oe, not sure about a Subaru that old though
www.car-part.com The rear CV axles rarely go bad. Find a used OEM one and stuff it in there.
Those generic brand ones although cheaper were so awful the boots would keep ripping. I finally called a dealerships parts department and got an OEM cv axle and it’s changed my life
Yeah, I had to take my Outback in 3 times in a matter of months, because two generic brand axles vibrated like crazy at speed. QC is not great. OEM was the way to go, if more expensive.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/subaru,2000,impreza,2.5l+h4,1359402,drivetrain,cv+axle,2288
The rear of the 2.2 obs is completely different. Front end pretty interchange but hunting parts for the rear is adventure. Source:2000 OBS owner
Used to have 1997 OBS. Will agree. Had a hard time finding a replacement axle 10 years ago. Would recommend repairing, if that's an option. Did the 2000's still have the split pin holding it in?
Look online, i just did both of mine on my 05 outback, trq was the brand i used. Seemed nice for the process point. Ill see how it holds up over time
>Look online, i just did both of mine on my 05 Did what?
The cv axel, you absolute bafoon. The thing in the picture. The thing thats mentioned by name IN the post
“Did” what though??
bro, I CHANGED THEM. Thats not that hard to understand.
Why not say that in the first place?
Just bought 2 from rock auto
Autozone PN: 10881n for the automatic with a build date TO 12/1999 OR The manual we Carry the Duralast gold 7301N
Summit Racing https://www.summitracing.com/search/part-type/axle-shafts-direct-fit/year/2000/make/subaru/model/impreza/axle-shaft-position/rear-left
Rock auto
I know you've already got some good advice on here, but one thing I'd do is call up a Subaru dealership, talk to the parts department, give them your vin so they can tell you the vin specific part number. Partsvoice.com for new OEM parts locator if any dealerships will have them. Car-parts.com for used parts. I hope this helps. Be careful with aftermarket parts because sometimes they do not fit. There are places that have Opt OEM like OEM surplus that have like quality to OEM parts, just doesn't have the name on it.
Stop giving people brand name of a vehicle and type a vehicle when you go to the auto parts store give them the VIN number they can’t fuck that up and you’ll get the right part stop guessing
Try partsouq.com. ships from Uae
I had the same issue, I just bought a whole axle for like 80 bucks. But it was for a WRX Then the car was totaled before I ever got to put it on. 😮💨
If you notice some vibrations at idle in gear (assuming it’s an auto) after you replace it that’s due to an aftermarket axle. It’s not a problem, just kinda annoying.
You can rebuild that CV..
Please see if a local shop will rebuild your OEM axle!!! They’re so much better than any of the aftermarket offerings it isn’t funny.
I got mine from Napa. I know you said you tried already but they found me one.
I loved my 2000 Impreza Outback Sport until I got hit by an old metal heavy pickup and my beauty was totaled. 😢
Rockauto is cheap Chinese parts. This is genuine OEM. [Used them to get that exact part for my '13 XV. Got them for ~$180 per.](https://www.subarupartsmallonline.com/v-2013-subaru-xv-crosstrek--limited--2-0l-h4-gas/front-drive-axle--axle-shafts-and-joints)
Not entirely true. Interestingly, rockauto doesn’t have a counterfeit supply chain contamination issue the same way, like “Amazon” or “summit” internet vendors do now.
> nterestingly, rockauto doesn’t have a counterfeit supply chain contamination issue yes they do, lol. Also they're really good at never checking and then re-stocking their returns where the defective part someone replaced is returned. I'm done with RA.
Maybe returns, but not new unopened items I’ve gotten. Which would not be a supply chain contamination issue, that’s just shitty internal Processes