I really need to hook up with the MountainRoo AZ guys, but I think I need new shoes before trying anything too difficult. The stock tires are not confidence inspiring.
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I really need to hook up with the MountainRoo AZ guys, but I think I need new shoes before trying anything too difficult. The stock tires are not confidence inspiring.
I followed this guide here: https://projects.geothunder.com/how...he-grille-of-a-2014-or-newer-subaru-forester/
Here is how mine turned out:
One thing I did a bit different is I mounted the switch inside of the fuse door, did not fill like drilling the switch panel yet.
I ended up mounting the relay on the drivers fender and running the cables through the fender. Its a good spot as its right near the battery and a short run to the cabin via the grommet near the gas pedal:
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Only ever use the OE recovery points in a relatively straight line pull. As far as in skin bumpers go they're really not that expensive. It doesn't have to look pretty, it just had to work. If you look at the Forester parked next to mine in the last photos you'll see 2 recovery points and a winch hidden (the shackles don't have to be there) in there. Simple design.
Good thinking with the tires but absolutely hook up with them. Subaru people are good people and I'm sure you'll have a blast.
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I noticed it when I looked through the photos. It caught my eye as to more of what I was looking for, I'll have to find someone to fab something up.
Sadly, I have to keep the thing somewhat inconspicuous looking.
Looks like I fit in here now...
New-to-me 2010 3.6R...getting there piece by piece.
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New-to-me 2010 3.6R...getting there piece by piece.
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Excellent thread! Glad to see so many overland bound Subarus representing! 
MY06 Forester here. LL Bean Edition in green, aka "the Green Bean." 1" strut top lift from Primitive. King HD springs. Yoko AT-R's on Sparco Terra (I think) wheels.
21 Subarus going off-road in PA? That is totally awesome, @Wawa Skittletits!
Regarding the popularity of Subarus, I recently spent a week in Moab, Utah. There were a ton of tricked out Jeeps. It was the week following the Easter Jeep Safari, after all. However, I was delighted to see lots and lots of Subarus all over the place, too.
No off-roading for me this time. Just did a lot of hiking in Arches and Canyonlands with a borrowed, old GMC farm pickup. But, one day, I shall take the Subaru to Moab! It's on my bucket list.
MY06 Forester here. LL Bean Edition in green, aka "the Green Bean." 1" strut top lift from Primitive. King HD springs. Yoko AT-R's on Sparco Terra (I think) wheels.
21 Subarus going off-road in PA? That is totally awesome, @Wawa Skittletits!
Regarding the popularity of Subarus, I recently spent a week in Moab, Utah. There were a ton of tricked out Jeeps. It was the week following the Easter Jeep Safari, after all. However, I was delighted to see lots and lots of Subarus all over the place, too.
No off-roading for me this time. Just did a lot of hiking in Arches and Canyonlands with a borrowed, old GMC farm pickup. But, one day, I shall take the Subaru to Moab! It's on my bucket list.
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Glad to see there are more Subaru's here.
Mine is a 2011 Forester XT it has a modifide exhaust, 2" Anderson lift (whish I had waited for the 4"), Subaru roof rack with aux LED lights front & rear.
Future is skid plates front, trans, rear. ARB 2000 awning. Custom front push bar grill gard. Custom made tail light gards. Tire Gate spare tire carrier.
Mine is a 2011 Forester XT it has a modifide exhaust, 2" Anderson lift (whish I had waited for the 4"), Subaru roof rack with aux LED lights front & rear.
Future is skid plates front, trans, rear. ARB 2000 awning. Custom front push bar grill gard. Custom made tail light gards. Tire Gate spare tire carrier.
This look like it would have been fun.
Reminds me of the Jeep Jamboree's when we had a Jeep.
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2016 Crosstrek
Method wheels, Yakima Basket with shovel and axe already mounted and ARB awning going on soon.
Lift, skids and push bar in the near future!
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Method wheels, Yakima Basket with shovel and axe already mounted and ARB awning going on soon.
Lift, skids and push bar in the near future!
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I have been out of touch lately, so glad to have access to the webs again.
I don't own, nor have I ever owned a Subaru... and I am still pumped about this thread.
You guys pump me up. Keep doing what you do.
I don't own, nor have I ever owned a Subaru... and I am still pumped about this thread.
You guys pump me up. Keep doing what you do.
2016 Crosstrek
Method wheels, Yakima Basket with shovel and axe already mounted and ARB awning going on soon.
Lift, skids and push bar in the near future!
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Is that the Load warrior with an extension installed?
I have been thinking of getting the extension for mine also.
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Yes it is. I think it's the perfect size when the extension is added.
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Off-Road Ranger I
ADF lift installed last week, now to get BFG AT KO2 on.
Off-Road Ranger I
Debating between the LT225/65R17 and LT245/65R17. But leaning toward the 225/65's right now.
Off-Road Ranger I
I am on the fence right now on the skid plates have heard the moutning points are weaker on these new models as they changed the mounting points. Still under further review as I really do want the protection. But there is lots of clearance now with the 2" lift.
