I have the 2010 XT limited that has the 224 hp engine. I just started my build but feel at this point in I have no real power issues.
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...but it's a Subaru Outback?! Build thread.
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This is a great thread and a very nice build.
Do you have a document somewhere with all the mods?
Do you have a document somewhere with all the mods?
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Sorry for the delay but thank you! This thread is the closest I have to a mod list but perhaps I should throw one together.
As fellow Subi owner (2017 FXT) I love your build. Our subi is most a pavement princess but I love how your outback is set up.
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First post, great build. Going to continue reading up on it, and getting ideas for my '18 OB. :)
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Hey Wawa Skittletits,
A fellow MtnRoo'r (whatthezo) shared me your awesome build thread. Want to ask if the fitment of your Primitive front engine skid plate mount well with the LP Adventure front bumper guard? I'm looking to go in the same direction but want to double check fitment first. Thanks!
A fellow MtnRoo'r (whatthezo) shared me your awesome build thread. Want to ask if the fitment of your Primitive front engine skid plate mount well with the LP Adventure front bumper guard? I'm looking to go in the same direction but want to double check fitment first. Thanks!
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Thank you @Irongrave @martin_j001 and @Low594!
Hey @Handsinthehive! Here’s the deal when it comes to running Primitive armor with the LP bumper guard.. you have to trim a narrow and short sliver off of each side and then it will bolt in place.
Hey @Handsinthehive! Here’s the deal when it comes to running Primitive armor with the LP bumper guard.. you have to trim a narrow and short sliver off of each side and then it will bolt in place.
Awesome, thank you sir! Not too bad of a mod to make both fit.
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No problem! At some point I’ll get around to making one that fits my 2.5 better. The same plate works for the 3.6 so it ends up robbing more clearance than it needs to but that’s a common problem with all of the available options.
@Wawa Skittletits Are you talking about the skid plate or bumper guard?
I read on other forums that you can cut off around an 1" on the skid plate spacers to regain that clearance.
For the LP bumper guard, it sits lower so takes away some clearance as well. Was thinking of cutting just 1-2" off the bottom of the bumper along an aesthetic line and try to mount it up higher but not exactly sure until I get my hands on one.
I read on other forums that you can cut off around an 1" on the skid plate spacers to regain that clearance.
For the LP bumper guard, it sits lower so takes away some clearance as well. Was thinking of cutting just 1-2" off the bottom of the bumper along an aesthetic line and try to mount it up higher but not exactly sure until I get my hands on one.
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The skid plate sits lower than the bumper guard and there are no spacers on the front skid plate. It’s made spacious for 2 more underperforming cylinders.
I’m lifted more so my approach angle has been good enough to wait and see what bumpers come out.
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The best part about going to Expo is the overwhelming feeling to finish some projects. I finally got my ass in gear and installed my Midland MXT275 GMRS radio. I have a gear keeper mounted behind my rear view mirror and clips for both radio mics already attached. I’m using a Browning 27” 5.5db gain antenna, not pictured due to garage door guillotine.
There’s also a new Ram mount in the middle there..
.. and two more on the front corners.
These are multipurpose mounts. I’m running power with a capped deutsch plug up to my rack. I have two Black Oak flood lights that I put Ram mounts on so one purpose will be scene lighting wherever I need it or even ditch lighting if I want it. The important part to me was that it’s versitile and not permanently mounted.
There’s also a new Ram mount in the middle there..
.. and two more on the front corners.
These are multipurpose mounts. I’m running power with a capped deutsch plug up to my rack. I have two Black Oak flood lights that I put Ram mounts on so one purpose will be scene lighting wherever I need it or even ditch lighting if I want it. The important part to me was that it’s versitile and not permanently mounted.
Yup, I finally joined the forums and remembered you showing me Wawa Skittletits awesome AutoCAD plans.
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Those are FourTreks mounts as well. As a person who recently added an awning and did some research into mounts, I can also highly recommend the FourTreks ones.
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Jeff is correct. He definitely knows that I’m a big fan of their products.
Thank you both, I need to get some that are nice and stable. Mine tend to rattle after awhile and then have to re-tighten them.
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Then they are the mounts for you. I haven’t touched any of mine since they were put on and they’re not going anywhere.
