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What would be a reasonable time range for the replacement of a Subaru Forester L rear wheel bearing using a replacement kit? Many thanks.

It depends on the exact model and year, but assuming it's pre-2009, these models have a Subaru Flat Rate time of 1.3 hours. However, as with all vehicle manufacturer Flat Rate times, they may not be achievable on older vehicles where parts could be seized and the work is carried out in a generic workshop environment without special tools etc. All things being equal and without hitches, I shouldn't think it would take much longer than 2 hours.