Recent content by Nick - Overland Pro Shop

Nice rig! I wish they sold these in the US.

Many rack systems with weight ratings are tested to failure. Some companies are really great about taking responsibility for their products, others don't want to. As I work for a business selling and installing rack systems as well as RTTs I won't sell a rack system and tent to a customer if the...

Hey guys! Just wanted to feature a build we just did this past week. Thought it might give some cool ideas for those with trucks. This customer started off with a well-equipped Power Wagon(front and rear lockers, electronic sway bar disconnects,etc). We added: -Freespirit Recreation High...

Welcome! Definitely look into the aftermarket offerings out there for Subarus. They can be built into pretty capable rigs. Lift kits, winch capatible bumpers, a rear locker are all available for your Crosstrek. I own a Crosstrek as well, it's currently stock but that's mainly a budget issue on...

An increase in 2 inches of suspension travel and a bumper better designed for approach angle would have little if any effect on fuel economy. Keeping overall wheel/tire diameter the same as stock would also have no effect on fuel economy. Owners of subarus that have lifted them seldom report...

Very nice! Definitely post more pics soon! Any of you guys have footage or videos of Subarus partaking in more hardcore offroading? I see lots of videos of stuff on fire roads/forest roads but its mild at best. The only video I've seen is this one: They put the dual range...

Haha when I said I wasn't worried I meant that I don't envision the axles being a problem due to how I treat the crosstrek. I'm well beyond the young whippersnapper stage doing burnouts or abusive driving. When YOU work hard for the money you tend to treat "her" right. thanks for the feedback...

Agreed! I'm not at all worried about axles. CVT is my only concern. As mentioned I'd probably add a transmission cooler if I add bigger tires. I'd like to run 215/65r17s on stock wheels. Slightly taller but narrower tire than stock. This is also my family hauler(2 kids) so I'm going to add hitch...

A suspension lift will alter the angles your cv axles rotate at that was my concern regarding lift and warranty. Bigger tires as has been said add weight and require more effort to get moving. Depending on your gearing maybe that puts too much stress on cvt.

So if CVT fails and you've increased tire size you don't think subaru will blame failure due to lift and tires adding additional stress to components?

Nice build so far. I don't think the loose bolts on the rear sway bar brackets were your fault. I've heard of numerous crosstrek owners having that issue on 2018-2019 crosstreks. Sometimes the bolts completely fall out. I think there is a subaru TSB out on it.

Thanks man. I'm just a little partial to solid front axles and truck beds haha. This is my first time in 17 years not owning a truck :( I'm trying to navigate this while accounting for not voiding warranty due to suspension/other modifications. I haven't been stuck yet and have driven some steep...

Yeah I'm just kind of torn with voiding warranty with suspension modifications. I'd like to do a 2 inch lift with King springs but the long term reliability of the CVT is suspect and if I have a warranty claim I'm worried dealer won't honor it. Have you modded yours?

Hey guys! My name is Nick. I currently drive a pretty much stock 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. Debating on whether to build it out or find a heavier duty platform, body on frame application(SUV or truck). I also currently work for Overland Pro Shop in Colorado Springs, CO. Here is the Crosstrek in all...

Hey guys! My name is Nick. I currently drive a pretty much stock 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. Debating on whether to build it out or find a heavier duty platform, body on frame application(SUV or truck). I also currently work for Overland Pro Shop in Colorado Springs, CO. Here is the Crosstrek in...