Do You Hate Subarus? If So, Why?

[@ramseyquintanilla8208]

I came into my first WRX knowing full well how temperamental and how much of a PITA they could be, and even so I haven’t been happier, it comes down to the philosophy of “I take care of my car, it’ll take care of me” 😁

[@Smeedia]

200% agree! 🔥

[@ProNinjaBoy88]

If anything, this just reinforced my love for subis✊🏻

[@Smeedia]

❤❤❤

[@thomasjessick643]

i just bought my first 02 wrx a couple months back and i got nothing but love for Subarus

[@Smeedia]

🙌🙏🔥

[@iMinun]

Just did a jdm ej205 swap in my 04 WRX since the cost of fixing the original usdm engine was upwards to $5k+ (Tech said it had a burnt/moved/damaged valve that was causing a cylinder 3 misfire). The jdm engine and labor cost me just about 1300 total and an additional 350 for a tune. Was definitely worth it and despite chasing that misfire for close to a year, I have no regrets in tossing money into the car hoping it’ll fix the problem. All the experience gained from the trials and tribulations was definitely worth the investment, learned so much about the ej engine and cars in general since I’ve embarked down this rabbit hole. With the new jdm engine, car feels like a new machine. Finally have some peace of mind again😌

[@Smeedia]

Glad that you were able to get it worked out! 🙏🔥 best way to learn is by diving right into it 🙌

[@steveracecars]

Had a passenger headgasket go out at 90k miles at 6 years old. I’m a tech and had all the resources to correct it. Also had- steering rack leak, pedal assy crack, firewall cracks, driver seat backrest crack, power steering pump leak, AC compressor leak, brembo brake caliper seize, turbo crack to name most issues. Car now has 168k miles and just finished rebuilding most of the car. 2019 drivetrain, type ra short block, built heads etc. Love the brand, can’t stand the crowd/community. From my experience, the younger crowds bring their unwarranted short attitudes and egos to the community.

[@Smeedia]

Being around subarus for 8 years or so now I feel it, I use to be in the crowd that was un educated, did not know how to mod them properly or repair them. Hopefully the videos on here can help those to avoid some of the pit falls

[@c.j.cameron1820]

Let’s be fair. Even Subaru Owners don’t like TriBeCa’s

[@Smeedia]

Lol we can all band together and agree on that 😅

[@maverick2242]

True dat

[@johnnyg4255]

🤣

[@KalaniBunda-Shimamoto]

The only good thing to come out of the Tri was the 3.6l flat 6

[@EddieSezPhukYu]

no replacement for displacement, 3.6 fits into everything for bulk NA power.

[@thebarbermitch]

Love Subaru. My 21 outback saved my life in a car accident a month ago. I’ll be getting my 21 STI soon. I will say I agree. If your goal is to drive the fastest car for the least amount of money, Subaru is not the route you want to go. Dollar for dollar the wrx or Sti are probably one of the more expensive cars to modify when it comes to power. But it’s a give and take. I love Subaru. I was considering a VW golf r, because of gas mileage, insurance costs, and price for modifying. But they have their pitfalls as well. No company has it all right. I’m with you by the way. I’d buy an evo in a heartbeat if I can find one low enough mileage. I’m happy I found your channel. Because these Facebook groups can get super toxic.

[@robertogrimaldo5831]

People never lets go of stereotypes and that’s why. Like we’ve all heard of the “BMW owners” or we all heard of the “Mustang owners” and we all know the stereotypes associated with those cars. People never let that go... so it’s always the oil leaking, valve cover gasket, blown head gasket, ringland failure, cloud vaping, monster drinking, broseph Scoobie for Subarus. Personally I like Evos better because although the interior feels cheaper than a Subie, it’s easier, cheaper and reliable to make power out of an Evo vs Subaru. But I love both. Your BPJ STI is beautiful. I found a new love for Subaru’s thanks to your channel Tanner 🤜🏻🤛🏼

[@Smeedia]

Glad that I can share and I will say that the valve cover gasket one is fairly accurate 😅😅

[@Darkhunter218]

I bought an 02 wrx and found a couple of vacuum leaks already, and it has a busted uppipe along the seam weld just under the turbo there. Oh, and I hope to God not, but it may have the beginning of a spun bearing. I'm gonna try the cheap EJ fix, and try to sand down the crank, and replace the 3 bearings I can get to from the oil pan. Oh and ofc replace the uppipe, fingers crossed everything works out.

[@Dirtyz1234]

Love my Subaru, but I wish you could push the stock block a little further without worrying about it

[@Smeedia]

The stock RA blocks have been going pretty far 🔥🔥🔥

[@samuelaudet845]

@@Smeedia yes but Subaru should've upgraded the sti shortblock like 10 years ago, other than that I think they're fun reliable car

[@Alexander_Hodge]

@@samuelaudet845 my one problem with subarus is all their good stuff goes to the jdm stuff. Like forged blocks, closed deck block. And built from factory. Twin scroll turbo.

[@subiefan7162]

My buddy Silas has been pushing a stock RA block pretty far, he’s getting close to the 9s on it

[@yohan1902]

You most definitely can. You just NEED a good tuner to achieve it.

[@andrewbutler2425]

I'm making this comment before watching the video. I have my first subaru wrx which is a 2013 sedan. I made a mistake by not getting a 2015 and seeing how little parts there are currently available for anything prior to 2015. Not impossible, just hard. Amount of things needed to increase the life of the engine. Changing headers to equal length, cyl4 coolant mod, AOS. Another thing I've noticed is the amount of money put into performance mods doesn't really match the amount of power gotten out. I've met people who are somewhere between 5k-10k deep in mods and barely touching 400whp. Back to the video to be proven wrong or right

[@Smeedia]

Talk about these in the video 🔥

[@nikolayangelov7763]

Hey Andrew. A lot of mistakes occur with your ideology in mind. WRX's just aren't meant to be tuned, no offense. For the price of a WRX, you can get a slightly older AMG or S6 that would gap a WRX. I find that the WRX is truly the unique spot between performance and reliability. Owning a 400+ AWHP STi and a 180HP Impreza, can tell you that the purpose of the two is worlds apart. The WRX tries to fill that gap, and it does a sure fine job, but let's not kid ourselves, the new FA20 just isn't the best platform for power. Rather spend the money on a CLA45 AMG. WRX's should be enjoyed as great whippy vehicles and head-turning cars, but for real performance, save that $10K extra for an STi.

[@andrewbutler2425]

@@nikolayangelov7763 I've noticed this unfortunately. They definitely seem more of a head turner as long as you get the proper year or it becomes difficult to find specific parts that don't need to be custom ordered. Definitely not a good platform for trying to make power that won't kill your bank account. I've considered looking at making my wrx a reliable daily, getting it paid off, and looking into a different platform for power but unsure of what. Definitely want it to be unconventional and have people do a double take when it goes by.

[@PolishAlexx]

Wrong engine. The JDM STI engine makes plenty of power with bolt ons thanks to the big port heads. And none of those bandaids you mentioned will stop the ringland from failing. You need to regap the piston rings.

[@xxraverxxonxtacy]

Even though I don't own a Subie any more cuz I went to the Darkside, I do hate SOA for their warranty claim politics.

[@Smeedia]

Their warranty claims is ass I do agree with you there 😅

[@jimrustle643]

I'll take all the hate I can get. Not many cars hold their value and can still perform like a well built and modified Subaru. 2005 STi original owner.

[@Smeedia]

They do hold their value exceptionally well

[@jimrustle643]

@@Smeedia I still get offers for 20K every once in a while. That, and the constant compliment of "Damm, that's clean for an '05..."

[@twotwentietwo]

05 sti here....had it less then a year...sitting in my driveway with rod knock....i bought it used though, so who knows how well it was maintained

[@jimrustle643]

@@twotwentietwo I'm not going to say that the ej257 doesn't have flaws, but it does make a massive difference when you do some internal parts replacement with strong aftermarket parts. With that said, I've gone through 2 engines until I finally got it correct.

[@twotwentietwo]

@@jimrustle643 yea im not gonna rebuild it stock. still doing my research. but the way i see it. i got to go closed deck and forged internals. probably close to or around 10k? my research says block starts flexing around 400-500 crank hp. so the only way to go would be closed deck. sure you could get away without it. but i want it to last a while. but im not sure a fully built engine last longer?!?! idk, still reading and figuring it out. i dont wanna waste 10k on an engine that's only gonna last 20-50k at 400-450hp when i could just go stock for half the price at a little over 300hp for 100k miles

[@ae86fiend]

Spun bearings, blown head gaskets, knock prone, did i mention head gaskets? Blown head gaskets on an engine that didn't have that problem like EZ30. My STI was meticulously cared for and it still blew up.

[@Metalozedex]

my girlfriends' older brother used to hate them until I let him drive my STI, he fell in love nothing much resembles these cars. They're very "archaic" and that's what gives them the charm they have. Hydraulic steering, mechanical shift linkages, good suspension, mechanical symmetrical drivetrain and you get to hear all the bells and whistles when driving, old school turbo system it's just so much fun. Feels like piloting a 40s' japanese jet plane in a sense... I've driven a lot of cars and nothing compares to them. The fact you can buy a 2021 STI that's still equipped with this such "old" mechanical drivetrain is insane.

[@Smeedia]

I love it, one of thr main reasons I enjoy these cars is that it gives you that connected driver feeling 🔥

[@flowset4482]

I'm from a little french island called La Réunion and we have a big subaru community, and even here I even have to search info by myself. Thanks for your videos! I love my wrx wagon!

[@Smeedia]

❤❤❤

[@BrightEyes8513]

Started watching WRC back in 1998 and immediately feel in love with the Impreza. Was super excited in 2001 when we finally got the WRX in the states. I would soon learn the limits of the EJ. I was in denial that my EJ couldn’t handle the power I was seeking. And learned quickly I was wrong. Then over time the Impreza got heavier, grew uglier and the engines just stayed the same with all the issues from 20 years ago. Still watch Subaru’s launch control hoping to see some glimmer of hope for the newer chassis, only to be disappointed. They don’t design the Impreza to rip on tight narrow rally roads anymore. Subaru just simply lost me along the years while they tried finding a place in the American market of fat heavy cars. Really though, they simply lost themselves and the soul of their brand

[@eltipoboricua]

New Subie owner, loved them since I was 16, now 33, repaired a few things, regardless, love the my 02' WRX wagon!

[@Smeedia]

Love me some good wagons 🔥🙌

[@itachivi9593]

Thank you for making this! I have a 04 WRX, and a 2021 Crosstrek. Subaru for life! Love my Subies, also the experience thus far has been nothing but fun.

[@Smeedia]

❤❤❤

[@brianchastainofficial]

New to Subaru, 21’ STI, new to your channel. I bought mine purely due to customer service. Desperately tried to buy Audi and they dismissed me like I didn’t deserve to share their air. My parents are on their 4th Subi in 20 years. Can’t wait to void the warranty, happy to be here 🤘

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car my dude! I've had that experience with some dealers before as well 🙃

[@thecasuallongsword]

Some people will just hate anything. Especially when they try to be cool.

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

Gm is highly interchange as well. My 78 elco has rear gears from a 98 s10 and had a carrier from an 88 astro. Now we have a new posi in it 🤙🤙🤙

[@millhouse313]

Just got a 2020 wrx, coming from driving volkswagens for 13 years. Here’s to hopin!

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyy congrats on the car!

[@jamesa.buchertjr.8950]

Ive got a correctly modified ‘08 OBXT, and an ‘01 BMW M3, and the OB is still my fav! Ive owned 7 subarus back to the old GL loyale body styles. Modified them back then too. Never had more fun off road with them, and the best in the snow. Pulled more cars and trucks stuck in snow banks out, surprising many, and converting more than a few. And all my Subaru’s had well over 150k. Germans designed the opposed 4 cylinder engine, and the Japanese added their spin on it. Comes from good stock.

[@Smeedia]

🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@joshanderson1122]

Love the channel. Totally agree have owned just about everything chevy, ford, honda, dodge, toyota. Currently got a brz and a 17 sti, looking to get a rhd sti wagon to join my vintage trucks. EVERY brand has some issue Subaru is one the few that remains loyal to the manual trans and makes apocalyptic Minnesota winters a lot of fun

[@Smeedia]

They're so much fun in the snow too proper tires! And I do appreciate the fact that they kept thr manual alive!

[@subiedad1019]

All facts. The forums can be mean. Thanks for this channel, I've learned so much!

[@Smeedia]

The forums can be helpful but 80% of the time they're not 😅

[@baxtaN80]

Just bought my first Subaru because of this channel 🔥🔥🔥

[@Smeedia]

Eyyy glad I could share, what did you end up snagging?!

[@GeneralBeefDip]

Bought a 15 sti brand new and loved it. Modded it with all Cobb parts minus the turbo/AOS, and it lasted for 6k miles with bearing failure at 12k on the car (380whp). Always changed oil at 3k miles, drove it very reasonable, and had a very bad tuning experience the last time it was tuned. The car had failure on the dyno. It was not a tiny shop that tuned it. If I could do it all over again I would have pulled the entire long block to sell it for a built motor. Then I would have found a different tuner. Since then I put everything back to stock with a type RA bottom end. Sold the mods to cover most of the rebuild. In the middle of everything I got a deal on an evo 9 that I have invested my time/money into. All in all, I still like Subaru, just left a bad taste in my mouth with how it all played out.

[@Smeedia]

I don't blame you, 380 on the older EJ (pre RA) is not terrible for stock short block. But I would have done the exact same thing if I came across an Evo 9

[@jimrustle643]

I have an original WRB STi sweatshirt, dope manual case, hats, and shirts when I bought my STi. That company loves it's customers.

[@Smeedia]

very true, they give back a decent amount to their customers!

[@CrescentKnife]

I’ve had 5 Subaru’s over the last 12 years. Love the brand! Three outback’s, one Impreza outback sport and now a 2018 WRX.

[@Smeedia]

🔥🙌😁

[@supershimadabro6839]

I had a bad first experience with my wrx, 3 months after I bought it I had ringland failure. But I got it rebuilt( lol rebuilt with stock internals. Yes I was an idiot) with full bolt ons making 320wh. And I've had zero* problems for the past 35000 miles. And I drive it hard every* day. The car has 145k on the OD. Wrxs will last if you take care of them and take them to a reputable tuner.

[@Acrimoniousbear1]

Scion was another company that did a program like Subaru ambassador program. Scion took me on incredible trips and gave me Ray-Ban shades and expensive watch and a scion branded PSP(back when those were new) and alot of other things. The community was awesome and the company regularly met with owners. And people despised scion for some reason.

[@Borp56]

I’ve owned 2 Chevy/GMC, a Jeep, and a Scion, but I’ve owned 6 Subarus because I love them. Never had one die other than the Impreza that got totaled but it still drove 300 miles to get me back home after a roll over accident 😅 I love making the connections and helping out the beginners!

[@Smeedia]

It drive 300 miles after rolling?!

[@Borp56]

@@Smeedia yessir, it came to rest on the passenger side in a ditch, I pushed it back onto its wheels and I got a little help with a pull from a truck to get it out of the ditch. Checked the oil, checked all the fluids and she fired up and ran like a sewing machine. I ripped off the skirt that was dragging, yanked out the fender with my hands and duct taped the bumper back up and away I went!

[@Smeedia]

Not going to lie, kinda impressive 😳 hope you were alright!

[@Borp56]

@@Smeedia just a couple of bruises, that Subaru safety is no joke!

[@turtlespeed99]

Most the subaru head gasket issues are specific to the NA cars and most common with the 96-00 EJ25D engines. This was because they didn't use the multi layer steel head gasket that they used on the turbo engines.

[@Smeedia]

Exactly that's what we were talking about earlier! Was only an issue on early model N/A models

[@astroturf9367]

They're just jealous of what we have. Nah, i don't know that other guy that drove by me waving in the other WRX... but i KNOW that guy that drove by me waving in the other WRX.

[@Smeedia]

🤣🤣🤣

[@accgamez]

My friends get tripped out when they ride with me because we're always waving at each other

[@omialmanza1900]

Subaru's in my pov are a symbolic car to own. Community, heritage, and more importantly friendship. There will always be those that hate the EJ,FA platforms because they never understood what makes these cars unique and stand out. Power isn't everything when building a car or upping its performance, subarus are cars that require more care and in return they deliver right back. Saddly from what ive seen are people who can afford then only to abuse them. AWD,Turbo,manual transmission, and the aggressive looks doesn't mean they can handle being treated like race cars off the lot. Botton line SUBARU'S are family, and for those who hate them for 'blowing up' are those who failed as an enthusiasts. It's like hating someone you don't know becouse of a rumor, every car has there flaws, pros and cons. Or how people would bash on bash on dodge,ford,subaru and honda. If your car puts a smile and makes you happy as F than you picked the right platform and community to be around despite the toxic 'car person' we should be ignoring and feel happy with what we got and learned along the way together as a car culture✌🏼.

[@Smeedia]

Totally agree my man and we'll said!

[@jrod0216]

Just purchased my first WRX four weeks ago. It has always been my dream car. As for people who love Subaru I can see why they love them. The cars are “quirky”. There aren’t as many subarus as the larger car companies on the road, and that’s what I love. When I do see a Subaru no matter how old it may be, there is automatically a bond there. You just don’t get that feeling with any other brand.

[@donAKAthedonjp]

My first Subaru is the 2015 Launch Edition. Love that car! It's the first car I truly appreciate.

[@Smeedia]

Those launch editions were sweet, I remember when they first came out 🔥😁

[@donAKAthedonjp]

@@Smeedia that blue interior and the seats feel perfect!

[@cd5sircoupe]

When I was but a smol boy in the early 90s, my family had like a Legacy wagon or a Leone or something. I don't particularly remember a lot about that car, but it failed spectacularly and my parents sold it soon after. We were on our way back to the states from visiting relatives in Montreal, when it died in the middle of nowhere in the Quebec countryside. We were stranded for a couple hours, I think it either threw a belt or two or it was a headgasket problem. Lots of cow manure smells. Great vibes. Again, this was in like 92 or something so I didn't know anything about cars back then being like 5 or 6 y/o, but yeah that was a fun time...

[@Smeedia]

I should not be laughing but that cracked me up a little 😅

[@cd5sircoupe]

@@Smeedia No worries, this was like 30 years ago after all. I've since had a 95 Impreza L coupe and a 98 Legacy GT sedan along with my current 04 Forester XT. The Legacy was a lemon and I sent it to be scrapped, while the Impreza just had too much rust but was otherwise ok. That car's actually still around nearby, I see it around occasionally. Its on the second owner since getting rid of it. My friend got a chance to talk to the guy once, owner's a body guy that plans on fully restoring and swapping it.

[@farnarkleboy]

My 08 GT-B liberty/legacy wagon (white) is the first Subaru I've owned after a a lifetime of French hot hatches and I love it for many of the reasons I loved my old Renault's Peugeots and Citroens . There is an elegant logic to subarus design and engineering which is better in real life than it is on paper. I maintain it as if it was a light aircraft and at 100,000+ miles it uses no oil and still pulls like a train. I've driven faster and better handling cars but I've yet to experience one that does so many different things so very competently. The hatred that some people express is just natures way of letting us know that their are people in our lives that don't understand processes mechanical priciples and that we shold not lend them tools or open attatchments on any emails they send us . Thanks for your channel and insights

[@Smeedia]

Very well said, and always appreciate the support 🙏🙏

[@lightofscorpio]

i owned an Evo 8 and sold it 10 years ago. my friends drove sti's and i finally found an 05' sti (stock) that i purchased and its just as fun as it was back then. i plan on just keeping the power stock and replacing worn suspension parts/engine parts to keep it reliable for years. I never understood why there was a evo vs wrx/sti thing between normal drivers on the road though.. regardless if they were rally competitors.

[@vlNemesislv_]

Owning my 2016 STI makes me so happy I can’t see myself driving any other car, even with the ups and downs I still love my Subaru glad I found this channels last year!

[@Smeedia]

Glad that it's helped and the ups and downs will always come, I've wanted to set mine in fire a couple times 😅😅😅

[@wh4tevercomest0mind41]

It honestly seems like what happened, if you look at the older G series EJs they seems to be as one may say "over engineered" like the EJ20G with a fully closed deck short block and I believe forged internals as well. But as time went on a Subaru started to really separate their rally stuff from there consumer stuff. Then their newer EJs like the EJ205/257 (especially US versions) weren't as stout (open deck vs closed deck/semi closed deck) different Pistons ect.

[@Smeedia]

Very true, Japan was getting some of the more robust engines but over here as time went on it does seem like the design began to lack the strategy it once had up until 2019ish when subaru started to revise the engines again with thr updated RA short block

[@KalaniBunda-Shimamoto]

I love my Subaru's I have 7 cars and 4 are Subaru's. There was a short time where my wife hated Subaru's but that was my fault. I took my son and his mother (not my wife) to the OTR rally in Portland in 2014 it too my wife 6 years to let it go and everytime we would drive one of our Subaru's or put money into one of them I would get an earful. In 2019 she bought me a SN95 V6 Mustang that I did a 4.2l V6 swap in. It took her about one ride in that death trap and she said can't you drive something just as fast but safer? With a grin I said Subaru? Now I have one of my dream cars a Bugeye STi. She drives a 2013 Forester and we have 2 GF8 outback sport project cars I'm currently building one for track and the other for overlanding. Subaru's are life

[@Smeedia]

Lol I like how you worked it in there 😅🔥 they make great overlanding cars, the old justys were stupid good off road

[@jdmkidk24]

Been watching a ton of your videos because I’ve always loved Subaru’s and now want to experience it

[@ramos_amayo3076]

My 1st subaru is an 02 wagon. Absolutely love it ❤❤

[@Smeedia]

Ove me some bug eyes 🔥

[@JeZuZ3fitty]

Here in Houston Space City Subies 💯 percent helpful, like family. They took me in and always offer to help you out, break downs, help you with installs, you name it they are there👍🏼👍🏼

[@Smeedia]

Glad to hear there are still communities like that 🙌

[@alexortega714]

I'm also from H-town ,who's your shop? are you a Kosmic fan or Cp motorsports fan? ..Or the shop Houston perhaps?

[@JeZuZ3fitty]

Haven’t done anything yet, but I hear kozmic has a long wait time, so plan on doing basic cosmetic upgrades myself in the garage, go to learn some how.

[@NoWinning]

I love Subarus I have 2 sti and 1 Impreza and would definitely buy the next sti without a doubt!

[@Smeedia]

Curious to see what the actual specs are when it's released!

[@NoWinning]

Same here! But would still buy regardless 😂

[@xil3ntkha0s]

I'm planning on keeping my 18 FA20 and wait a while before picking up the newer STi because all I really wanted when I bought my current car was a STi with a newer engine.

[@hatefunwrx]

Everything you guys said is why I love your channel, so much info and help without all the needles flack just straight facts you guys kill it with a level of energy that inspires. Put a link for Matt's channel. Yall are awesome in my book and always leave me wanting more. Damn good work. Been a subie addict since I was a child and im damn near 40

[@Smeedia]

Alqays appreciate the support 🙏😁 try and always give an impartial opinion! Matt's working on getting some.more videos out! kzbin.info/door/uiKItfYzZd1KduulM0kp7w

[@hatefunwrx]

@@Smeedia sweet, I look forward to them. Gotta support as much as I can for those who inspire me again I love the work you do

[@AoiHasukii]

I love my GR STi... I'm just annoyed by the online community saying our engines are ticking bombs and that gaskets/ringlands going to blow and how unreliable those cars are and such... I love all cars too! They're all fun in their own ways

[@Smeedia]

Definitely fun cars 🔥😁

[@allenignacio9790]

I have 01 Forester gt and I'm A Subaru Technician and working in other cars too.... Subaru is easy to maintain , fix and doing major service or other things not complicated compare to other car period

[@Smeedia]

100% agree 🔥🙏

[@CGNLEvolved]

Having owned numerous cars from different manufacturers, I agree with you on the fact that every car has it's problems. From talking to tuners, car builders, and friends and/or random people at meets, it's numerous things. Just like people hate on hondas, fords, chevys....... it's not just subaru. But, since you asked specifically subarus, this is what I've gathered throughout the years. For the longest time, the STI has cost a ton just to make what close to 400whp until recently. Spending over 30k on a new car plus another 10-20k on mods and have to barely beating other cheaper cars or car at the same price with less mods, I think people started to negatively look at them (especially for the longest time the ring failures spread like wild fire in the mid to late 2000s). Another reason is the fact that people that own them think it's the best car since sliced bread and people just got negative vibes IMO. I have numerous friends that own them, and I know the cost of building one to only push OK power where you can get another platform for cheaper or equal and make shit ton more. Now power isn't everything, which i completely understand. I don't hate on subarus at all, I've enjoyed numerous cars and they all have their good and bad. Like I said, you'll always have hate on any platform, not just subarus.

[@Smeedia]

This! I agree with pretty much all points. I've seen the stigma that people do think it's the best car outthere which it's not. It's great car but by no means the best. I've always considered them the Swiss army knife of cars because they do well in multiple categories instead of excelling in one area specifically

[@alexortega714]

I also have a 05 blobeye Tanner ,and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world , I just love the unique look, and the fact that it draws lots of attention since there's not too many 05's left on the road (it stands out from the crowd) it's like a minority car , a classic!

[@Smeedia]

They're definitely becoming 🦄

[@OsightblinderO]

5:25 I know it's been a while since the video was posted but I think the VB is making power like that for the money.

[@Cloudsurfer181]

I’ve wanted a turbo Subaru ever since I was 14, finally got one now, and yea it’s a temperamental pos sometimes it’s still gonna be an awesome car that I intend to keep for a long long time and going all out on the build. It’s an 04 fxt soon to be fsti. And I just wanna thank you for what you’ve done for the brand and for us owners out there

[@Smeedia]

Glad I can share and I feel it, there have been more than once where I've wanted to set mine on fire 😅

[@Cloudsurfer181]

@@Smeedia nothing worse than having your first mod be a turbo inlet because you broke it trying to fix the power steering, I had one of those moments then

[@Smeedia]

LMAO that was me with my first STI (2008) had to replace the turbo inlet and made me hate the car with a dying passion

[@remkye]

One of the few that makes a quick fun car that can fit my family, are safe and 4 doors. I was part of the ambassador too when they gave the $150, it was worth going to meets and give out stuff but it was lowered to like $50 and u can barely order enough things to make it worth it. Hopefully this recovers once covid is better under control and dealers got more inventory. Would love to be ambassador again

[@vicnothuman]

Yea I have an 01 forester and has parts for all the gd cars

[@Smeedia]

Legos, seen some sweet STI swapped foresters out there

[@Omegacron37]

The big question is why nobody has put the low mount FA turbo setup on an EJ...

[@Smeedia]

Sits too lowwwww

[@Omegacron37]

​@@Smeedia Doesn't sound like too hard of an issue to fix.

[@christianmerecias4088]

I hated the ej engine on my sti hatch until I found this channel I have learned so much mods for longevity and your passion for longevity and reliability is why I now I’m in love the Subaru culture

[@Smeedia]

Glad that I have been able to share and hopefully make things a bit easier! I know the struggle, when I first got into Ejs and Subarus I felt the same

[@BillGetsItDunn]

>posts new thread on NASIOC thats already been discussed. *UncleScotty and Unabomber have entered the chat*

[@Smeedia]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@samcable8495]

I was thinking that the second they talked about the NASIOC forums lol!

[@Metalozedex]

LOL so true

[@DyllanHerselman]

15+ years driving Subarus, 5× Impreza + 2× Forester... And still loving it! Fell in love with my first and still loving it driving my current MY06 JDM Impreza Hawkeye GG 2.0l WRX. I bought my wife the MY11 Impreza hatch, and she loves her car just as much. I don't understand the hate, I put it down to people paying loads of money for a car and then we overtake them in a car a third of its price and they get butt hurt. Who knows!?

[@Smeedia]

It will remain a mystery 🧐

[@neilcowan9206]

Your right the ecu is so temperamental , I like all cars . I have a wrx , evo 8, Honda Civic and a Toyota

[@Smeedia]

Subarus do like to throw fits at times 😅

[@dannythompson1948]

Bro, my turbo is smoking like a SOB, and my oil smelt depressingly like gasoline when i changed it last week.. So this dream 03 wrx i just spent a pretty penny on, needs a full rebuild.. How do i feel? To be honest.. Im stoked. Im gonna install my forged internals in my ej205, and make my subie solid. There's just something so special about these cars, i love them. I love how theyre built, i love how they were designed. And in my opinion, There's nothing like a subies awd sucking the breath out of your lungs during a hard pull. Thats a real addiction. I also dont know anyone who's driven a wrx and not been a huge fan afterwards.. Lol

[@Smeedia]

New power goals for the built engine?! 😈🔥

[@dannythompson1948]

@@Smeedia im gonna go for 400+ at the wheels.. Forged internals (possibly go stroker) replace/or have my heads rebuilt for battle, upgrade to TD05 turbo rotated blowing through a Front mount intercooler, before going into the front facing intake.. Then depending on what that power ends up being, ill probably do a 6 spd or even a dogbox.. Lol im gonna start the tear down today!

[@dxdean3ux]

Not a subaru guy but I do like them, you can't beat the sound of the boxer engine. I'm a Chevy/cobalt guy,and for what you guys were saying about making power reliably, I think alot of people miss out on the cobalt SS, both the LSJ and LNF engines are very stout, and both can make 400+whp on the stock block easily and reliably. Also can't wait to see more progress on the '17 sti!

[@Smeedia]

The cobalt SS is slept on! No one ever expects them to be quick but I've seen some gnarly gast ones out there! Hopefully make 17 STI stuff happening soon, we're waiting on the T4 flange to come in 😭

[@dxdean3ux]

@@Smeedia that's why I love them, they are total underdog cars. And I know that feeling, I'm waiting on my 3" catback to get here haha

[@donaldgeorge6656]

I wouldn’t have any other car. I completely enjoy my Legacy. And I am keeping it for a long time. Keep up the good work Tanner

[@Smeedia]

❤❤❤

[@E9EXPO]

Got a 16' fb20. Bout 120whp. Saving for a used 22' STI

[@Smeedia]

The lady has a 2017, very underwhelming engine 😖

[@zacklothamer9533]

I have wanted a WRX/STI since I was in highschool and have just started learning about them and can't wait to finally get one I just need to pick a chassis and start saving lmao love your videos tanner!!

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support and hopefully you'll snag one soon!

[@dasilverhippie6944]

I own 2…wrx…14…and 16…bone stock….no trouble at all…the 16 gets 33mpg on highway..I’m happy..

[@manuelbergmann6503]

Im looking in to vehicles and subaru forester is one of the vehicles i am looking in to of getting ,thanks for the info.

[@subietube2283]

im a huge fan of subarus i drive a built 05 sti myself, ive come across so many people at meets that hate on subies for absolutely no reason and always get those comments ohh but your head gaskets, if you do regular maintenance and dont cut corners like you said they are amazing cars.

[@Smeedia]

True, I can't say I've ever had one just randomly blow up on me and die. Take care of thr car and it will take care of you 🙌

[@subietube2283]

@@Smeedia exactly, like they say, reliable, fast or cheap and you can only pick two

[@octurbojoe]

Those who hate Subarus are scared of the lies perpetuated by those who do not take accountability for their failures of properly maintaining a Subaru.

[@Smeedia]

Joe always coming in on point 🔥🙏

[@octurbojoe]

🍿

[@aaronwalker3129]

My blobeye 2.0 has 239k. What more can you ask for!

[@Smeedia]

Still going strong! 💪

[@accgamez]

I just picked up a 2004 WRX! 159k

[@joellata8382]

My 2.0 blobeye got 265k and still running strong

[@jonathanvalencia1843]

my sti is actually in the shop right now, i knew it would have problems but since i have it under warranty i wasn’t worried, i love this car and i haven’t been happier, i had a scion fr-s and then i had a toyota 86 even though those were the same cars i loved the 86, but the sti is a whole different ball game

[@Smeedia]

Definitely feel you there, loved my old BRZ but wpuldent get rid of my STIs 🙏🔥

[@w3rk3r]

Honestly all nasioc is good for is the private for sale section, the members section is okay if you’re bored

[@Smeedia]

Do people still sell on NASIOC?

[@w3rk3r]

@@Smeedia surprisingly yes, I usually luck out in the suspension section

[@nicholastuchmann7842]

I love my subaru but the EJ257s in the VA chassis do have issues. I have a 2016 STI and i’m on my third engine, totally stock… Luckily I have a ten year unlimited mile powertrain warranty haha. I love the car, it drives so well! I would never sell it. Plan on doing a built block once the warranty is up!!

[@hempatx]

What do you think off maxpeelingrods connecting rods ?

[@Smeedia]

Stay away from them at all costs. Remember you pay for what you get

[@MrBillDaBear]

Subarus are great, just costly to mod and make reliable compared to other platforms. S203 swapped 06 wagon owner here 🙋🏽‍♂️

[@LapisBlueWRX]

My 2020 WRX is my first Subie ever and I couldn’t be more in love SMEEDIA GANG ♾

[@Smeedia]

❤❤❤

[@delightfuldre8237]

Just got an 05 wrx as a first car and I love it

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! 😁

[@ChanoWilliams]

I've known lots of Subies, non-turbo, with head gasket issues over 100k. It's been a known thing for years. The repair, relative to the rest of the vehicle maintenance, really isn't that expensive. On my RS coupe it was a $1k fix. Otherwise the issues have never really been too bad if the car is kept stock. For me, I just love Subarus because you can drive them in any weather condition and they feel balanced. "Fast" is relative, but most people can admit that handlingwise Subarus do very well compared to their direct competition. Unfortunately most people cross-shop Subarus with things that never really make sense. "I was thinking of getting a WRX, or a BRZ, or a GTI, or a Camaro, or Mustang, or an F-150. Not sure though." lol Like bro, what?! How about, "I was thinking of getting a WRX or STI, or another AWD, manual transmission, turbo vehicle." **crickets** Thanks for having the courage to tackle this in a video. I'm constantly fighting dudes on forums to have reasonable conversations. Most people are just overly emotional and biased based on emotions or limited bad experiences. I've had some horrible experiences with my past performance Subies, which is why I got a 2017 Impreza to take a break until the next STI comes out. Then ironically I had to replace the upper oil pan gasket the other week, which I've never had to do any of my previous 7 Subies. lol Oh well!

[@Smeedia]

Totally agree, by no means are subarus the best cars out there but the random blatant hate for the entire brand was just baffling to me for some reason

[@christiansvegenius3607]

Here’s a video where he talks about the headgasket issue on some engines kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5LUYZt6q7B9a7M

[@davidwendt7477]

Bugeye wrx, under boost it goes from 11-14.7 to 18+ af/r on the ap from about 4200 rpm+. Replaced spark plugs,fuel filter and cleaned the maf. Just has cai and muffler delete. Idk what else it could coils, pump? Also has 140,000 on it stock engine one owner.

[@Smeedia]

So at WOT It reads around 11 Then went you let off it goes up to 18+ Then back down to 14.7?

[@davidwendt7477]

@@Smeedia kind of if I’m rolling into it it’ll stay around 14-16 but if I go wot it jumps to 18+ and jerks like it’s not getting gas. I was also thinking it could be the precat or the primary cat

[@Smeedia]

What tune is on the car? 🤔

[@davidwendt7477]

@@Smeedia stage 2 91

[@Smeedia]

You should be using a stage 1 map with an intake and muffler delete, try correcting thr map and see how it does 🙏

[@ACCAW11]

Ever since Subaru revised the EJ257 for the Type RA the engines have been solid for making power safely to around 500whp without swapping in forged parts. My Type RA (#271) is still stock though. Havent had the urge to add power.

[@Smeedia]

Thr RA blocks have been fantastic mine is still going strong at 457WHP 🙌

[@eddieize6371]

My 2004 WRX Wagon has 150k and I use it as a daily and mountain rig. I've never enjoyed a car more than this one that suits my lifestyle more. At the end of the day smiles per gallon.

[@Smeedia]

All about the smiles 🔥🔥🔥

[@anthonymorris1998]

I love Subarus all the way!! I’m a huge fan of Subaru!!😊😊

[@kyleSTI]

I'll put it this way. I grew up with a dude and we had this childhood rivalry. we always competed with each other in everything. sports, video games, cars. he liked the Ford Mustang gt500, I liked the Chevrolet Corvette. we always argued which vehicle was better. so I grew into that even more, I don't think I would ever want a ford, I definitely don't want an aluminum body F150. after working in the body shop world for 11 years, the aluminum body was the biggest mistake. those beds tear and get destroyed to easily. I've seen brand new company trucks pop up looking like a 20 year old beater because the aluminum can't handle the abuse, great weight reduction, horrible durability. I also mostly buy and drive GM. I've had 4 GMs so far, and 1 Eclipse GSX and I'm currently waiting for my 2021 STI that I can't believe I ordered. so I'll be a new Subaru owner in a couple months. but it starts out as that young innocent rivalry, but snowballs over time and picks up some bad seeds along the way. its everywhere. coke vs Pepsi. thin crust vs deep dish. android vs apple. electric vs gas. Marines vs Army.

[@joshuawilliams1477]

I definitely agree with most of what you said. Fords and Mazda though 😬

[@Smeedia]

I wouldent mind a new S550 or an older FD or Speed 3 😅

[@MeG4tRoNx]

I love have always loved subarus and have personally owned three. Currently I own a 2005 STi. The only thing I really never understood is how weak the stock block is compared to other similar brands (mitsubishi). Granted, this is mainly a USA issue. Other than the closed deck 2.2 we got in the 90s (I think?); we have never really gotten a semi closed deck or forged bottom end like Japan, Australia and tons of other countries received.

[@Smeedia]

With evo vs STI it's not a real apples to apples comapision. Mitsubishi used a closed deck iron block vs subaru using a semi open deck aluminum engine. The iron blocks just going to hold more power.

[@MeG4tRoNx]

@@Smeedia thats my point! You said it yourself; these were vehicles designed differently to do the same thing. With the length of time the EJ has been available, the massive following that subaru has amassed in the united states and subarus loyalty to the customer there is no reason that the block itself couldn't have been strengthened over the years. Still love my subaru and subaru in general but I do wish that something could have been done about the block. The type RA is still open deck with cast internals although i believe the crown of the piston is thicker as well as the wrist pin area. Regardless, I still love my subaru and will never sell it even though I get constant offers lol.

[@adele012in0z]

I love my 99 gc8 STi so much so I read all the information I could in 3 months bought a ej20 block all oem parts, had the heads done while I was waiting for the block to arrive. The block arrived and I got nervous. What the hell was I thinking lol. So head down I built the engine in 2 days 14 grand later 300 HP couldn't be happier. Not really interested in power, I just love the look of them. Would I build another engine he yeah. I'm so proud of myself. Not bad for a woman who never built an engine :)

[@Smeedia]

That's all that matters, as long as you enjoy it and are happy with it! The GCs are classic 🔥

[@anthonyvazquez5366]

I just bought a blobeye yesterday runs and drives for $700

[@Smeedia]

DEALS!!!! Not a bad pick up

[@waynephilbert]

I've a current model WRX and for me, as much as I enjoy the car, I find: It's not as powerful or quick as it should be given the competition It's not kept pace with the times. Modding them shows the limitations of reliability. They can be obnoxious if modded without care / considation. The stock tune is absolutely terrible if you want to drive it progressively. The gear shift is pretty ordinary. The interior is not a really nice place to be. That said, for the money it's almost a no brainer if you want a safe, everyday, reasonably quick fun car. I think its day as king of the hill out of the box are well behind it. That's what's disappointing about it.

[@Smeedia]

The stock tune is straight trash and they haven't kept up with competition in power but overall sales numbers on thr newer gens is through the roof.

[@bassmanbn]

Stock WRX is like a stock JEEP...it's a platform to mod but is not great out of the box. The accord Turbo is faster than a wrx now! You summed it up very well.

[@AblationMusic]

Here’s one thing. You could make 2000 hp on a LS with the about you put into that blobeye. Probably buy a 4L80E Moster trans and 14 bolt rear axle. I just bought a 2011 WRX hatch and it’s only had but problems and is still still at the shop. $4000 into the trans a week later shit the bed. Now I have to spend another $2300. My 2001 Tahoe had 274,000 miles never once had a problem besides a CV axle. I thought 130,000 miles a new car was not that much due to my experience with Chevys. Now I’m wishing I would have keep the Tahoe. 200,000 plus miles on a GM is easy.

[@Smeedia]

True, seems hit or miss with some GPS that I've seen as well though, especially oj the used market it can alqays be a toss up

[@mcarleton]

Here in New England, I think one of the problems is there are just way too many Subarus on the roads here. It seems every third car is a Subaru. It is even worse up in Vermont. I think Colorado has this problem too.

[@Smeedia]

Same way up here in Washington 😅

[@stevemartegani]

Having been in the community (and forums) for over 20 years now, the shift from love to hate from other communities occurred in the last 5-10 years when Subaru sales skyrocketed and they were no longer an "underdog" car company with a small cult following. Everything mainstream has haters... Its just what people do.

[@CO_EVO_8]

I used to be big into Subaru's. The bugeye was an obtainable dream when I was 17-18 years old. Fast forward and I grew out of it. Sold it and bought an Evo 5 years ago which was a forever car for me. If you want stock block reliable power buy an Evo. Love that I can reliability make 450-500whp on the stock block and feel alright about it lol.

[@Smeedia]

I'm still on the hunt for a project 8/9, one day 😅but I do agree with you on that

[@CO_EVO_8]

@Samuel Dubb I was about to drop 14k on my Bugeye to make a little over 400whp. Was also planning on a built 5sp. 2.1 stroker and decided after seeing multiple friends go through several built motors it just wasn't for me. Making just shy of 400whp in my Evo and I get to drive it not worrying about a thing. It's currently on a pretty conservative tune with bolt ons and a 20G. It's an enjoyable daily! At the end of the day they're all expensive. I just dropped 2k for a clutch upgrade and labor for my X.

[@CO_EVO_8]

@@Smeedia I would love one to sit next to my X but I'm waiting it out a little longer in hopes to import an Evo 9 Wagon for show and display only.

[@CO_EVO_8]

@Samuel Dubb Not bad! I ended up going with the ACT HDSS clutch for mine. Handles plenty of torque and stock feel. Just threw in a MAP Evo 9 CMC kit as well for added reliability.

[@vikdro2186]

The fact that Subaru does not want to make EV vehicles, makes me happier to own a Subaru tbh

[@Smeedia]

I'm sure they will one day but I feel it 😅🔥

[@johndaniels1344]

I think they have one on the way

[@Chase_AM]

They announced an EV (The Solterra) a few weeks back 😬

[@dylanghost2110]

Cause I have had WRXs and STIs and now I have an evo 8 haha and I t’s a night and day difference and it’s so easy to make good pawer with the evo

[@Smeedia]

If you ever wanna sell that thing lemme know 😅👀

[@MachineGunMango]

I only hate my subaru when I go to get into tight spaces, and have to get my friend to stick his smaller hands in there... other than that, I've had nothing but love for my 18 sti. Super reliable, quick, moded correctly, no lag, super linear power. I'm very happy with it

[@Eri94]

I had this convo with a friend and he says it's not a mans car. I'm assuming since he is older than me he's referring to the whole Subarus are owned by lesbians? I went from a s2k to a 2.5rs, to a 350z, to a VA wrx and honestly, I'm pretty happy with my car. Its sporty, manual and if I ever need to take my family around/get a crap load of groceries, its the perfect all in one car. Before I would have to take apart my bikes to take it in my cars or had to get a trunk rack which scraped the trunk paint pretty bad; now I finally have a rack, to take my bike and I can now fit more when I take the subie camping.

[@Smeedia]

I've heard the same and mainly comes from older generations, but they're incredible well rounded cars. I came from Nissan before subaru and thr subarus have never let me down.

[@cruizinmax4017]

forgetting one thing about most bought STIs, WRXs and some Imprezas is that those models are mostly bought to get beat on and to get modded. People participate in many events with these cars, trackdays, autox, ice racing, rally, gravel....u name it, its a car for everything.....that being said some will fail, its a given.

[@Smeedia]

Very true, once they've been hammered on at events and they're sold, they do tend to have a decent amount of issues.

[@samcable8495]

“I killed one .... and that was my 07 STI” This is what worries me more and more about the 07 Sti I just picked up lol! Praying for my Pistons and Rod bearings.🙏🏼🤞 Especially with a high-ish mileage engine swapped into it. She’s got good oil pressure and compression so should last at least a year. IAG AOS and Killer B oil pan kit on the way!

[@Smeedia]

It only died because I put mods on without a tune, lacked on maintance and pushed it harder than I should have,

[@samcable8495]

@@Smeedia Yeah that’s understandable, been somewhat babying it, at least up until I get some good preventative mods done to it. As always love the content man, keep it up!🤘🏼