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4X Founder, Scott Leuthold talks about the Ultimate Subaru Outback 3.6R Overland Road Warrior expedition vehicle build. As featured on Expedition Portal, a website by Overland Journal Magazine, the 4XPEDITION Subaru Outback is setting the pace for soft road overland capable adventure vehicles. The Road Warrior features a 2 inch LP Aventure lift with BF Goodrich KO2 All-Terrain tires. The vehicle is equipped with a full brush guard, LED lighting, full skid plates, a Wilco Off-Road Hitchgate Solo High Clearance Rear swing out tire arm, Rotopax 3 gallon jerry can, MaxTrax, and a iKamper Skycamp rooftop tent.
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Watching this again 3 years later and I think the new Outback Wilderness took some cues from ya! Amazing build!
Sleeping inside a vehicle in cold weather works well. On one freezing night, my wife and I slept inside our 03 4Runner with the car cover in place and we were very comfortable all night. In the morning there was ice all over the car cover but we never felt it. Others that slept in tents even with heaters woke up stiff and sore from a bad night's sleep.
Subaru Ambassador here! Love what you have done with the outback! Keep the videos coming I am sharing this around to all the groups.
I just got my first Outback yesterday. 2015 limited edition. I'm so pumped. Seeing these videos makes me want to take up off-roading! (as if my wife thinks I need another expensive hobby)
Be sure to watch some of the newer videos. This one is pretty old, now on the channel.
This is what I love about these Outback’s yes they’re not Jeeps with all the clearance in the world, but they’ll get you over just about most terrain that isn’t extreme & has good fuel economy to still be a daily commuter at 21 mpg which is amazing whereas your typical Jeep or truck on 35”-37” tires will barely get 12-13 mpg. I know you don’t get a offroad vehicle for fuel economy but these Outback’s prove to be pretty good in that department making it great for daily driving & hitting the trails to get to most areas you’d want to go.
Awesome set up! I live here in mesa and so true about the traffic. I picked up a Subaru forester last year and it is a lot of fun. After the lease has ended I am going with the LP adventure lift kit for it and you just sold me on that roof tent. For anyone considering a forester or outback it is a great commuter and weekend warrior. You wont be doing any rock crawling with it but it get you to those camp sites that you can get with a regular car.
Such an awesome build! I'm in a similar situation where I need a commuter vehicle but I'm also a professional landscape photographer who does a lot of photography in the deserts of Southern California. A vehicle like this would allow me to get to places too far to hike and where my current car simply can't go.
Yes it would!
That’s exactly why I bought my 2015 Forester XT (turbo). Even though i drive 300 miles on dirt a year to go on my adventures, that only accounts for 1% of my overall driving.
I run A/T’s (but OEM width) and got 25 mpg over 700 miles averaging 75-80mph with my car weighed down full of gear. When I was driving my FJ cruiser I’d average 16mpg.
Nice! Got 2.5L atmo without any rig and universal Yokohama Geolandar G91 tyres resulting in medium usage of 25.8 mpg with 25% highway, other is city and light runs into the wild every second weekends.
@@DarkNightmareUA yeah I'm running 2.5 na mainly highway like to set cruise to about 77. Yet run into traffic but am averaging 29. Love when you shut the car off it gives you your trip mpg. Have seen as great as 36 on some trips where I drove 45 min but never faster than 63
Always glad to support a local. I'm also interested in the Outback as a commuter and small camping trips as well being that my main ride drinks gas like a fish drinks water lol. I've also taken a bunch of photos at the same spot that you showed your Rubicon.
Welcome, James!
I've had Jeeps going back to a 69 Universal, and two full size Jeeps. I've had Toyota 4x4 pickups, both HiLux and a Tundra. My brother has had Broncos, Ford 4x4 pickups and Jeeps, including a Compass now. Wife is on her third Subaru (she went with a WRX this time), and daughter has a Forester. If I get the chance, I'll own a "glorified soccer mom" car like this one sooner rather than later. Nice job.
Awesome Roger!
I have a 2013 Outback with the 4 cylinder and if I was to do this, I’d recommend the 3.6 liter. The 4 cylinder doesn’t have enough power with the larger wheels and weight of accessories to make it an effective off road vehicle. The torque isn’t there. However, if you only lifted it with larger tires, it would be pretty fun for an everyday off-road driver. Great video!
Agreed. We were going to do it to a 2013 but decided against it and then bought a 17 3.6R. Plus the rear wheel wells won't allow for the larger tires even with the lift. You have to make some major mods.
The 3.6 is still anemic. You shouldn't put this much weight on your wheels.
Hey Scott, now that I have found your videos, I am even more excited to modify my Crosstrek!!!!!......your neighbor, Morris!!!
Dig it Morris!! Glad you found the vids!
Bought a 4runner for overloading. Pretty sure this vehicle would take me every where i would need to go. Nice build
Really great build and strong argument for why he did it, only thing Im not a fan of is that 18-gauge brush guard. I wouldn't be surprised if more people are doing this kind of build in the next decade.
I love Subaru, I've had 3. I'd love to do something similar to my 2018 Forester. Since 95% of the time I'll be on prepared roads. Fun vehicle.
Do it!
Check out readylift.com. They have a nice bolt on lift kit for around $399. I saw it done to a Forester with similar tires to what were in video...it was pretty bad ass!
Just got my 2019 outback but opted for the 2.5 premium. Same wildness green colorway, has just about every option a premium can have as well. Love it. 2.5 is surprisingly good enough for me as well.
Awesome!
Could you do a video on what you pack in the Outback for your camping trips? THANKS
So I just got a 2019 Subie, my 1st Subie ever and its a Green outback same color as this one! That looks like a pretty cool setup. Thinking about wheels and front end for now..awesome stuff
Cool!!
Here in Chile, the outback is mostly considered as a "stay at home mom/dad", very suburban and no off-road at all. But your video shows how amazing this car is with proper improvement. Currently I have a Impreza 2009 1.5 which has taken me basically everywhere I want. Next car is going to be either the XV (you know it as Crosstrek) or the outback and totally I'll get back to you to ask for ideas.
Awesome Hector! Love that you checked in from Chile and look forward to seeing your XV build! Let us know if you need some advice.
Half a year enjoying 2017 Forester 2.5L. At my country price for starter rims of both Forester and XV differs for 860$. But Forester is much spacy inside and in trunk while staying in measurments of usual SUVs. Plus 2.5L usual atmo engine is just fine for Forester and quite powerfull in general. Doing light offroad and flying low on highways on 190 km\h (easily reaches 200 km\h before red zone). Fuel consumption is configurable via variator modes. I preffer Sport in city and Intelligence on highway (Sport doesn't allow to drop RPM to variator, which is mostly a waste on highway, except for overtaking, which can be done with good-old kickdown in Intelligence mode). Got 11.4 liter per 100 km for this half a year and 6300 km total run (about 1800 km - highway, other - 1kk population city).
That's one heck of a Subaru! Very impressive
Thank you!
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Can you answer my question above, please.
@@4XPEDITION Interested in going down the Subaru route, what year is this? 2018?
First of all, I had no problem hearing you!
I was researching the BFG's on an Outback, when I spotted your video. My plan is to get a 2.5 Outback after the wheels on my Sportage fall off. I would love a Rubicon, but, being that I am a teacher in the Dallas suburbs, it is not only slightly outside my tax bracket, but I really have no practical use for one. Besides, I need the good MPG. The Outback allows one to get to a fishing hole, drive forest roads and still have an economical daily driver. I just wish they would have 16 inch wheels... I hate the 18 inch wheel and would opt for the 17 inch wheels instead.
I am looking forward to watching more of your adventures.
Awesome, Jim! Glad to have you with us here on the 4X channel! All points noted!
Short box double cab Tacoma, no questions, no bs!
dig tacos, really.
NOTICE! This is an old video. Be sure to watch the latest walk around video of this Outback at th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html
those wheels/tires look awesome on this car
Thanks!
They're way too heavy
@@OnyXTurboPickle wow this was 6 years ago but since then i also had put on ko2 on my outback. I would agree they are definitely heavy and you feel it as well. But boyyyy the confidence they give you off road is priceless.
I run a separate set of wheels for off roading so i take them off in the city when I'm not going to the wilderness
Just got a 2020 outback onyx xt. Im so excited
Rock on Spike!
First saw the listing on Expedition Portal and found the link to your vid there--thanks for adding this video, what many of us imagine wanting to do with our subbies...appreciate the detailed nature of the info as well.
Awesome! Glad to share!
Epic build brother! The only regret I have on my outback build is the 4 Cyl. Struggles on the side of the mountain offloading. But we will push her to the limit!
Thanks Tristan. If you haven't watched the more recent walk around video check this one out. th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the video. This makes me feel a lot better about my 3.6r purchase and what I have in mind for it. I've been really doubting my thoughts but this makes me feel better.
As far as the 6, best decision you could make. I've actually topped 31 mpg on straight hwy, holding at 55/60, cool enough out that I didn't need the AC.
Otherwise, avg around 24 mostly urban in the summer, not so good in winter but warming it up for a few min on some of the very cold days, before I leave work. Good power and excellent passing power. I'm amazed they don't sell more 3.6's. Also a very smooth motor.
I've got a 2013 that consumes oil. Probably gonna trade it in for a later year though
I love the Outback! In fact I just got new KO2 that I will install this fall on my Mitsubishi Outlander 2016. They are 16inch though (215/70/R16) in one the manufacturer original specs. But I will certainly not lift my Outlander as I have a 8.5 inch of clearance that is enough for my needs. I can't wait to see how they will perform on the rough rocky roads this fall.
Hi everyone! Thanks for your comments! NOTE: This was filmed before I had all of my current video production equipment so the audio sucks, and the volume isn't balanced. Sorr, but it is what it is.
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Why not go with the manual transmission?
@@andyc.564 Mostly because when I bought it, it was for commuting as much as exploring and manual and a clutch is just not favorable in bumper to bumper commuter traffic.
Hey Scott....Great work on the channel and I love the RTX Gunmetals. Love 'em so much....just bought a set for my 2019 Outback 3.6 Limited.
Keep the great videos coming. I just retired and am spending my time traveling out west in the dirt and rock (lol) . Thanks again !
Awesome RD! Where are you headed?
@@4XPEDITION Scott...I am a long time pro photographer and I am taking my D5 and D850's on a little pleasure landscape trip.....Colorado (South-western) and eastern Utah. Been there many times, but my work always gets better as I spend more times in each spot. If you are out and see a white 2019 Limited with your wheels....say hello ! 😎
i had a 2020..with AT tires from wildpeak, skid plates, and a skypbox on top and still got 28.5mpg. same car i towed a trailer 1800lbs 55mph i still got 28mpg
after watching this i waited two years finally got my outback yes now where do I begin.
Now you are there! Take your time and do it right.
Beautiful vehicle. And perfect for the needs of "most" overlanders, as you stated.
Didn't realize factory hitch is just good for bike racks. Just pre-ordered the outback Wilderness with the factory hitch, now I wonder if I should exclude that! Thanks for all your vids!
Hi Nick. I am not sure what the wilderness comes standard with. It may come with a class 3. You would have to verify that.
The Subie 3.6 will consistently outperform big ass V-8 4x4 Trucks in virtually any contest and you can drive them on the freeway and they handle like a car. With a lift kit the Subie is unbeatable. I know because I drove a V-8 hemi dodge that constantly spun the very big tires when off road and handled like a pig. I now have a '12 Subie 3.6 and the last year they had A REAL transmission, a 5 spd auto, not that CVT rubber band thing.
Hey those magical rubberbands kick ass! Different strokes for different folks I guess haha. A manual would still be awesome, but the subie really brings out the "work smarter not harder" mentality. I've yet to encounter any trail that my stock (excluding the God awful bridgestones) OB cant handle.
I have a ‘13 3.6r with a 5 speed as well. Very smooth vehicle on the highway and city traffic, tons of power.
The CVT has been incredibly smooth and quiet for me. Handles fine through mountain passes, no hiccups. 121k on a 2011.
Great thing about Subaru's. They're parts from other cars link up like Legos. Want brakes and 6-Speed Manual from the STI? Can do!
2014 was the last year of the 5eat
Thanks for the video.
We thought about buying the 3.6R but chose the 2.5 for mpg. Sadly the most mpg we can get on the freeway with the cruise set on 75mph is 22 mpg. Yes it SUCKS.
I’ve had a K&N intake installed and next I’ll have a HKS exhaust installed. We simply need more mpg.
Even my Ranger 4X4 with the 4 liter gets 24 mpg on the freeway, but I did have a K&N intake and a Flowmaster exhaust installed which increased my freeway mileage from 19 to 24.
Maybe a “freerer” exhaust will help our Outback.
Maybe. My 3.6 did pretty well even with all the extra accessory weight and loaded with gear and offroad tires.
@@4XPEDITION update, we added the K&N intake and a Borla exhaust. We’ve noticed more hp and torque plus we’re now getting 29.7 mpg on the freeway.
I just added something else today, but my wife had to go to MT on a family 911, so we will see what happens.
Wow Outback all gear. I like the wheel that goes on the back.
I got the same Woolrich blanket! Everything else I'm still researching for my Sue-Bee!
In the market for a used Outback and I am local to you. Will definitely be keeping up with your posts, blogs and vlogs. Thanks for the content!
You bet Dean!
Great looking Scubby Doo. Wouldn't look out of place here in Southwest Country Victoria Australia. Now that's a idea. Enjoy.
Would fit right in!
Awesum build. I have a 2011 that I'm lifting at the moment. Going to be adding most of what u have on there. Love the video and I agree , the Subaru is very capable
Nice! And thanks!!
Great video. Is there a way that if your sleeping inside to have the windows down half way and keep the bugs out? Kids like a screen or mesh type thing?
Yes. Amazon sells a product that are screen inserts.
That is an absolutely beautiful build. Just perfect.
Thanks, Daniel!
Have you given the skid plates a good thump yet? Wondering how they hold up.
Pretty much. Took the Subaru over Engineers Pass in Colorado and thumped the underside several times. You can watch that on that episode of the channel. Cheers!
Wish Subaru made a kombi/minibus type vehicle. That would be the ultimate Subaru!!
Right? All wheel drive high roof compact camper. I'd probably be in on that.
@@4XPEDITION You can get a JDM mitsubishi delica.
Love the look of your car. My wife has a 2010 2.5i and we've been talking lately about where to go with it since it is fully paid off and we do not want to take on another payment. The overall look of what you've done seems to be the direction we are leaning. We have the original factory roof rack that, for what it's worth I believe to be a Yakima with a factory re-branded fairing. Although I swapped out the rear swaybar with a factory STi bar off my old car, we get a lot of movement with the wind on the highway at speed. This makes the car feel a bit less stable but it's something that we've learned to live with. The concern is that if we go with a more aggressive tire like you have, we may have to consider a lift. Do you notice any difference in regards to stability with the added height? I know a wider tire would help, but the driveability is the greatest concern here since this is my wife's daily driver and our road trip vehicle. In fairness, I've not driven the newer models so there may be some difference in how your car may handle over ours, but this is still a greater consideration.
Ya, Phillipp, we chose the 3.6R for that reason. If you go larger tires you will need the lift. I don't really notice much performance lag with the larger offroad tires with the 3.6. I also experience no stability issues even with a rooftop tent aboard.
Nice rig! I can't want to get some Ko2s for my 2020 outback
You should!
I have done the same to my 3.6r but curious as to where your extra clearance comes from. The lift only raises the body and you are only getting another half inch from the same size tires that I am using.Nice looking rig, you have!
Cooper Discovery stt's triple band including sidewall protection.used BF in Australia and they didn't last long
Australia is a tough environment.
Awesome car and the colour is spot on
I don't have a winch on my 2018 JL Wrangler, so in the backcountry, when I go alone.. I bring an 8,000 pound capacity come along, with tow ropes..
Wow it looks awesome. The color of the car with the color of the wheels is just perfect. This is my favorite color on the car - but I dont like that Subaru makes this exterior color only with white/ beige interior .... really nice - I will check out the rest of your videos
Jerry Pan you can get touring version, comes with brown leather
I have the 3.6r with the ivory leather and I hate the light colored leather. I'll never get a light colored interior ever again. Shows every mark and stain. Also, my jeans discolored the drivers seat so I have to use a seat cover. Other than that, I wish I had the $$$$ to do to my Outback what he did to his.
You can actually *dye the leather seat with leather dye almost any color since it is ivory colored* leather. That is a relatively easy job. Changing from a dark to a light color - impossible unless 'top coating' the leather.
Want to do this to my outback really bad thanks for the info
Be sure to check out the latest video walk around of this Subaru. th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html
What size wider tires can you install without having to install a lift kit ?? Trying to keep the budget down but still get some all terrain tires.
Who made covers under the engine and oil pan, good job.
LPAventure
How did you calibrate the speedometer for the bigger wheels and tires?
Just lifted out 2016 3.6R with a rc lift. Just drove home and it has a rattle over the rear axle. Nothing in the trunk changed. Its under the car for sure. Took it back the the shop and it checked out fine. Rattled all the way home. Any thoughts
Well, if you have AT tires on the vehicle now, you can expect rattles. I had a few in the rear cargo area on mine.
Can you into more detail about why you removed the factory hitch mount?
I’m assuming you had to make some modifications to do so.
Also, I’m curious as to why you chose Curt hitch? Is it better than OEM Subaru?
My Subaru didnt come with a 3" Class III hitch. It had a 1.5" So, I had to remove that one and added an aftermarket hitch. At the time, I didn't know Subuar offered a Class III hitch.
4XPEDITION Thanks. I was confused as to why you would need a Class III hitch, and if when installing it required extra drilling/mounting, but I see now that it is because you wanted the spare tire mount (as do I)....
Love your videos, and respect the build.
Great build, would be good if you did a comparison video for Overlanding vs your Jeep
Good idea!
Awesome video. Answers so many questions I had about this vehicle. 1 question though. How does the LP lift kit affect daily driving? I want to build a car that I can just pack gear into after work and head away for the weekend. The outback is looking more and more like a great base to work with.
It doesn't have any adverse effect at all. The All-Terrain tires bog a bit on the pavement but I have the 3.6R so it isn't all that noticeable. The ATs are loud, though on some types of pavement.
4XPEDITION thanks for the response. I currently have a TJ. I love it. But the lack of space, parts - I’m in Australia and petrol consumption make it a major hassle at times. Subaru’s are far more common, easier to find parts and the petrol consumption would be 1/2 of the TJ.
@@thelast5573 They are a great option. You don't get the clearance of a lifted TJ however, unless you do some major mods, which the Outback really isn't bult for. But, wow do Outbacks have the room inside and on top.
Really cool Outback. Quite rugged.
Thanks!
what kind of cross bars did u use? and r they mounted to the factory roof rails?
Cool! I'm thinking of either the Outback or 4Runner
I've had both!
My dad just got a crosstrek and im super surprised with the amount of off road goodies available for it!
good vid! looking to do something similar, too bad the only manual is the crosstrek
CrossTrek is a cool vehicle... but you gotta curl up in a ball if you want to sleep in the back.
Now that is the perfect setup! Thanks for the great review and video! Your the man!! I’m subscribing!
Be sure to check out the 3-year review walk around video that is much better produced and even more detail. th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html
Mate!
Loved our style and ride .... top work
Did the 2” lift have any effects on the eyesight system?
Nope!
Wow what a build!
Thank you!
Great Video! Did you recalibrate your speedo after installing the larger diameter tires? Thx! Sean
Yep!
How did you get the extra license plate that is mounted on the spare tire?
They sent me two. Not sure if that was a mistake or not.
What is your opinion of the new Subaru Wilderness?
Hi there Brian. Well, I wrote this article before it came out. 4xpedition.com/overland-subaru-outback-wilderness/ I haven't written an article since it came out. Take a read.
@@4XPEDITION many thanks and what an informative article you wrote.
Can you give me the information on how you swapped the factory roof rails for what you have now?
Hey there. I use the factory rails right now. What I don't use is the factory crossbars. I hate front to back plastic rails and have considered removing them to lower my rooftop tent down by almost 3 inches which means then my car would fit in the garage even with the RTT on top. If you mean the crossbars, I removed those and then used what are called Yakima Landing Pads which mount to where the crossbars mounted to the rails. Then, I mounted Yakima towers to the landing pads. then ran the Yakima round crossbars and mounted the RTT to those round bars.
A lot of calculators say for a 245/65r17 you need an at least 8 inch width rim ? how is it working on your 7.5
Works great, honestly.
Do you happen to know the offset on those wheels? I’m only seeing 38mm
Very Impressive build, especially with the limited size, Love it
Love the rig! Good info...
I hate the 101 traffic these days!
Stunning setup.. what is estimated cost to replicate build ? Does the front guard effect the front sensors for collision warning/adaptive cruise control
Front guard does not effect the sensors. Without the rooftop tent, Add $5-6k to your vehicle.
Awesome thanks for the response. If wanted this setup how/where do u go
Where are you located @@anthonysantamarina8117?
4XPEDITION located in Portland Oregon
Great video SUB'ed... I have almost the exact LP build out you do love it so far cant wait to start doing some camping with it!!!
Awesome! Get out there!!
jdm af with the cusco tow hook
I have a 2015 Outback 3.6 and would like to do the lift, wheels and tires. What was the approximate cost start to finish?
You could probably estimate about $5k give or take including labor.
@@user-cy7px1lw8u thank you.
Ya, I agree with SurchX... that is pretty close.
I just bought a gen 2 Forester, love it but man o man, the range really sucks. Maybe 500 kilometers to a tanks of fuel, at most..
Where do you live?
@@4XPEDITION Rocky Mountains, Canada
@@JimmyMeatwhistle You have stock light truck tires on it or ATs?
@@JimmyMeatwhistle Google says 481 mile range for the forester. That's what, 775K ish? 500k seems pretty low.
@@4XPEDITION lucky to get 481 kilometers per tank. did lots of research and that seems to be normal for the 2.5L
Hi, what roof rack are you using? I have a Yakima Jet stream on my 2015 Subaru outback and I am having a hard time finding a way to mount my rooftop tent. The towers go in too far and I have no room to mount the bracket. Thanks
HI there Michael. I switched out my rack to a fully mounted performance rack by Prinsu but prior to that I was using Yakima. To learn more about that Yakima setup you can watch this more recent video: th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for sharing this Scott... I too have a Subie Outback, 2017 2.5 Limited in my case. Just made my 10th payment @ zero %, only 38 more to go! LOL... You are perfectly clear on it's limitations & what it can actually do as a " soft off-road vehicle " & still be able to use it as an everyday car... I think this is the point you have made here... I like the idea of 2 inches more lift & the steel skid plates... The " swing-away full size spare " is a great addition too. The brush guard & future rack bar with lights would make a nice addition as well... My Limited has the 18" wheels but see that as no problem whatsoever & I assume the TPMS system would still function correctly... I live on the side of a mountain in the NE and I have already utilized the (1) factory tow hook incl. with the vehicle at both ends as I had to pull it out with my 4x4 tractor very recently in fact without doing any damage to the vehicle...
I can say without any reservations, the factory Bridgestones are as worthless as " Tits On A Boar Hog! "
Bill Farr... :-)
And, if you want to trade up, get a newer one, the resale value is amazing. Also considered a Cherokee, rather dramatic difference in depreciation. Really glad I went with Subaru.
My pleasure William! Awsome share!
How is the ride holding up? Any mechanical issues ?
If you haven’t already, go on my channel and watch the three-year review walk around video.
A great vehicle for both commuting AND doing 4wd is the Ford F250 or Toyota Tacoma
Love the Taco. For me the ford is too big for the tight trails I like to get into that a Taco or Rubicon can hit. Thanks for sharing!
I want to do this to a wrx hatchback.
Amazing Subaru build.. With the lift, did you upgrade sway bars to minimize the body roll? Also, how does the LP lift do with rough roads and corrugations in the road?
Hi there Kyle. If you haven't watched the more recent review video, be sure to watch that here > th-cam.com/video/sMq5Q-JYbOg/w-d-xo.html To answer your questions though, the LP lift does great in my opinion. And, though the KO2 tires are pretty loud, they really have stood up to very rough road travel. (for example watch this video starting at 24:39 th-cam.com/video/0GrZFt-sJVo/w-d-xo.html ). Note, I didnt add any sway bars. I haven't felt the need even with the RTT on top.
Fantastic video and Subaru Outback. I have a new Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk and would love to see ya out on a ride sometime.
Do you get a lot of wind noise with the rooftop tent
No not really.
I love it 😻 I want a Subaru now
Hi did you notice any difference to the eye sight system since getting it lifted thanks
none. I have my tire carrier and gas can covering the rear camera is all.
Thanks
What year OB is that? Wondering if there’s is anything better about it vs other years of that gen.
2017. The brand new 2020 has turbo. You probably don’t want to go older than 2015 if you want to lift. The rear axle is not center on the wheel well. I wouldn’t go 2.5 if you plan on putting larger all-terrain tires on. So either go 3.6 R or the new turbo
4XPEDITION thanks for the info! I was considering a 2013 3.6 I found.
Did you have any rubbing on your tires?
None
Sweet build . Looks awesome
Does the lift void manufacture warranty?
I don’t believe so
I currently got 15x6 rims on with 38mm offset on my sedan. Any suggestions on what tire size to go with? Looking for off-road tires like yours or similar.. thank you
Hi there. I sure don’t. Not really my forte. What sedan do you have?
beautiful custom
Now that you have had this automobile for sometime, any mechanical issues with the H-6?? Other issues?? Been thinking about a 3rd vehicle for fun and adventure.. Any help would be appreciated.
Honestly I’ve had no problems. Engine runs great, gets good gas mileage, has decent acceleration loaded up, has enough clearance, has tons of interior room... no complaints. It is quite loud with the KO2 tires though.
Well I bit the bullet and got a 2017 3.6 liter. Any advice on a budget build??