JDM Subaru Forester STI | EP2: Car Interior Cleaning & Improved Stance (GROSS CARPETS & DOG HAIR!)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Welcome back to the “Forester Freshen Up”, where i detail the steps i take to freshen up and breathe new life back into this 2001 Subaru Forester STI (SF5).
This Japanese legend is absolutely filthy and needs a few small jobs doing, but overall is as straight as a die and almost completely factory original.
In this second part, i tackle the dirty, dusty & slightly stinky interior as well as doing a small modification to the outside of the car that will improve it's stance greatly!
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Some of the tools, materials and consumables that i use in my videos, are available within the links below:
Silicone Carpet Comb / Dog Hair Remover:
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Machine Polisher:
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Polishing Heads:
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Maguiars Ultimate Compound:
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Wet & Dry Sandpaper (240 - 2000g):
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Wet & Dry Sandpaper (Precision - 3000 - 7000g):
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Panel Wipe:
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Heat Gun:
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Sharp Edge Tape:
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General Masking Tape:
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Masking Paper & Dispenser:
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Microfibre cloths:
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Autoglym Foam Polish Applicator pad:
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Meguiars Polish:
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Clear Lacquer:
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Blue Roll / Shop Cloth (For Panel Cleaning):
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Drill Brushes (For Cleaning / Scrubbing):
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Spray Bottles:
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Fabric & Carpet Cleaner:
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Detailing Brushes:
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Wet Vacuum:
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Bluetooth LED Beanie Hat:
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Definitely keep this type of video format, very entertaining yet informative, and damn does that Forster look brand new! Nice job.
Thanks very much! I love doing these videos!
i think the video was perfect! when I clicked the video and I thought "oh man, 28 mins" but I was fully entertained the whole time. great work
Thanks very much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it!
Loving the vids on your channel mate. Nice to see some variety and not every single video involving a drill brush! I'll continue to watch to see where you get to on your trading up series! Keep it up! Great channel 👍
Thanks Tom, I really appreciate it! I've got the next chop to the top video in the works right now! I'm certain you'll love it! Cheers!
Great video, really enjoying the content so far, i used to be in the motor trade for over 20 yrs so can appreciate the work that you put into the vehicles, let alone all the filming and editing etc on top.......well done mate.
Thanks very much! You're right though... Doing the work on the cars is one thing (but I'm used to it), but the filming and editing is really quite new to me!
Great video i think you got it perfect just enough information without it becoming boring. Great job.
Thanks Bernie!
Good video as usual. Well explained steps. Thumbs up!
Fantastic tutorials as always.
Ok my mate who’s a valeter hoovers and with black carpets uses a aerosol to paint the stains black , it’s proper carpet paint and works very well but probably comes off over time or if you clean it using traditional methods
I pressure wash the hell out of my 07 sti mats to keep them looking factory!
Great vid again mate!
Thanks Neil!
I enjoyed this video! Great content!
Thanks Lauron!
As always love the video! My personal preference is shorter vids but happy with the longer format too! :)
Thanks Ian! I'm greatful for your feedback 👍
Won't the wheel spacers knacker the bearings? I thought you had to fit a wider wheel with an offset calculated to keep a centred load on each hub if you're going to space them.
I suppose that any addition outside of manufacturers spec has the potential to cause headaches, however small spacers like these certainly don't worry me enough to avoid using them. Those BBS wheels are beautiful but they simply don't fill the arches enough for my taste!
Great video mate, that drivers foot well, "who said you can't polish a turd" has never seen your work.
Haha! Thanks Dave, I'll take that as a compliment 😂
@@JohnnyGetsCash Mate it is a compliment, that was just amassing.
Thanks Dave - I appreciate your comment, you legend!
I think you are doing a great job, keep the video's as they are. Did you clean the plastics in the rear and roof liner? Another excellent piece of kit is a steam cleaner for nooks and crannies, especially round the front center console, air vents, ashtrays etc especially if grimey
Hi Adrian, thanks for your comment and for the recommendation of a steamer - thats something i don't currently use but would love to add to my kit soon! Re plastics & liner - good spot! The plastics did all get a quick APC wipe down and the headliner had a quick going over too, but neither made the cut into the video (i always feel that i run the risk of overloading the video when i try to include the small details too!)
Awesome car....great video and well explained ....subaru are longlife car...lol
Glad you liked it!
What kind of brush did you use to clean the badges? Nice work!!
Hi, Thanks for your comment! I use hogs hair detailing brushes for that sort of cleaning. You can find them here: amzn.to/333ddQW
Random question i have an SG 06 was wondering if those rear seats would fit in my car
Hi Robert, I’m afraid I don’t know for sure but it’s worth asking the question on the Forester owners club as I’m sure someone there will know 👍
does the drill brush damage the napp of the fabric on the seats?
Hi Phil, Thanks for your comment. Good question... The would be yes - if you weren't sympathetic with it (i.e if you applied undue pressure or held the brush in one spot for a prolonged period). If you're sensible (and assuming the drill brush you're using isn't extremely firm) then its perfectly safe to do this and the results are great! In fact, as was the case here with the alcantara which had become flattened and shiny over the years, the motion of the drill brush actually helps to revive the fabric as well as thoroughly clean it.
In my experience the fabric you need to be super careful with when using the drill brush is velour (80's/90's cars mainly)...That can be tricky!
@@JohnnyGetsCash I've some JDM cross sports seats to do this week, that have bad stains on them. Thought about a hand brush with 1001 solution, then use a VAX carpet cleaner hand tool on it that will wet and vac it up. Sound ok with you?
Yeh that does sound like a fairly gentle approach. Do you have access to a compressor / air line?
@@JohnnyGetsCash no, only a stage 5 HVLP spray gun set up that could be used to blow air.. its warm air too
@@ProfessionalPainterDecorator was just going to suggest that you could try the air extraction technique if all else fails. Check out episode 4 of my Chop To the top series and you'll see how I use the technique to remove deeply engrained oil from floor mats. In fact I ought to do a standalone video on the technique. I'll get that sorted soon!
Hey, what are you using to clean the plastcs with the brush,? Is it dawn or something
For interiors i generally use an APC mix
Yo dude .. be honest does the ‘Brooo’ handle ok now you’ve widened the track ?? I’m asking because I’ve just bought a 89 Subaru Legacy RS and purchased some Speedlines as per the Prodrive rally cars used , mine are the correct 17” et48 that Prodrive used on conversions but I’d like it to sit right but handle ok too , keep up,the good work CheeRS
Hey, thanks for getting in touch! The Foz handles brilliantly to be honest (both before and after fitting spacers)! The only slight downside that i can mention so far is that there is a slight speed wobble after about 90mph, which is a little disconcerting, but in reality...how often do most of us bomb around at that speed?! For me personally, it's a price i'm willing to pay for the improved overall look. If you're thinking of doing the same, these Direnza spacers seem to be legit - Great quality, well made units by the look / feel of them. I hope that helps, and best of luck with your Legacy (what a car!), Cheers!
JohnnyGetsCash haha cheeRS , my Legacy RS needs a valet and a few daft jobs doing if you fancy content ,I’ll find you on insta and send a pic over
Instagram is @johnny_gets_cash 👍
I noticed you use two spray bottles on the carpet and interior. I assume one is G101, is the other AS Brisk?
Well spotted! Generally I use two bottles. The first is simply a soap & water mix to help loosen and lift dirt, the second is G101 (in varying dilutions depending on the job). Sometimes you will see a third bottle as well. This is a basic diluatable carpet cleaner just to help with the freshness / fragrance. Hope that helps!
@@JohnnyGetsCash spot on, cheers dude (and for the quick replies).
@@SuperchargedLlama Thank you for your interest!
Where did you get the mat covers I just bought this same car here and Japan and am looking to protect the floor mats
Hi Matt, the over mats (with the STI logo) were sourced through a tailored mat supplier on ebay. Just search for Forester Sf5 mats and I'm sure you'll find something!
JohnnyGetsCash awesome thanks for the reply trying to keep the car in mint condition because I plan to take it to the states in 5-7 years as 2025 is when it’s eligible. Sense it wasn’t produced in the states it could be a potentially good opportunity to sell it.
@@Mprosen96 Good idea! The US does love an age-qualifying JDM car! Maybe I should hold onto mine for a bit and do the same!
Your hilux is very nice tbf. Have 7 of em myself from mk2- mk6. Best jeep on the road. As well as landcruisers. Toyota family😂😂
Cheers! Yeh i'm a big Toyota fan too! My Hilux is just indestructible! Stay tuned for a video on that soon!
What wet vac do you use?
I use a Sealey PC310 👍
You gave that thing a serious power douche! Nice work!
Much needed 😂
you need a real extractor that rinses the soap out
Hey, thanks for your comment! True, an injection extractor would potentially speed up the process, but the extractor i use is certainly powerful enough to clear all detergent / dirt etc from the pile. If there is ever a really stubborn area to deal with, i use an air blown / vacuum extraction technique which is by far more effective than liquid injection / extraction (see Chop To The Top episode 4). Cheers!
Is the interior on this standard?
Yes, this is the optional upgrade for the SF5 STi cars. I think it's beautiful!
@@JohnnyGetsCash I have the sg9 sti, and yours looks so much better and more modern!
Ahh the SG9 is awesome though! I guess you have the more bucket style / wingback type seats then?
@@JohnnyGetsCash Yes, but its the grey/cream plastics that really let it down. I see yours is all black with red accents. So much cooler!
Oh i get what you mean. Thanks! Yeh Subaru sure knew how to design and build some rad cars back in the late 90s / early 00's!
YOU CANT HAVE A STAGGER ON AWD IT'S GO TO BE SQUARE FITMENT
All 4 spacers are the same size 👍