HOW TO LIFT A SUBARU CROSSTREK

[@BlakesGarage]

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[@dustindillonz]

Blake's Garage what did y'all do with the seat bar end links? I don't understand did you have to adjust them out to reconnect?

[@zacharyrogers1071]

How much does this cost? Asking for my wife.

[@mr.d9922]

hey man, thanks for the upload, very cool vidoe. just curious, any issues with the new wheels rubbing against the wheel well or mud flaps?

[@eterlizzi]

That's one of the clearest, best made DIY videos I've seen in a long time. I have a 2014 Outback that I'd like to 2" lift w/KO2's on it. Very well done, guys!

[@johndreher7814]

Same I'm curious what size tires I could run

[@dean3845]

Who gave 63 thumbs down? ...this guy is professional sounding , with good knowledge ..knows his stuff!! . Great video !!

[@illduitmyself]

it might be the content they thumbs down........and ads

[@wvjon75]

For those of you worried about the power, I have 1994 Suzuki sidekick with the same size tires and a mild lift. It has 95 hp and may be a tad lighter than the Crosstrek, not sure. It has a winch bumper and a rear locker. I love that thing! The Crosstrek would be a powerhouse compared to the Sidekick. I'm sure its still really fun the way its set up now.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

The lift, those wheels(Including color), and the white on that Crosstrek, make it all come together fantastically!!! Thanks for the "Subaru Love" Blake.

[@walrusmt]

This video is one of the best on a lot of levels. Biggest fro me is how he covers the methodology of the lift, it will help nearly anyone with a front strut suv/cuv put a lift on their rig. I plan on using this video as a step guide to lift my GLK350. The Mercedes is cheaper (used) than a comparable (year, mileage) forester and has good power. Thank you for the video!

[@BlakesGarage]

Thanks for the kind words man!!!

[@patrickmurray4084]

This is a really good video. If only I had a Subaru crosstrek

[@funkymonkeylovin]

I don't even own a Crosstrek and I watched this whole video.

[@Rad1oD3mon]

They're just great all around cars!

[@olliechristopher467]

Me too Brian!!

[@misterfonix]

Brian Byrne I recommend them

[@erijimenez687]

What a waste of time of your life body

[@damianjames6829]

Same 😅 but it’s on my buy list for my next car

[@fernie_is_a_red]

I just bought a crosstrek this week! Can't wait to start doing my own mods like this. Thanks for the video, I'll be sure to come back to this when i do it on my own

[@UnitTm]

You have given the best explanation and context to your descriptions as you move forward with putting everything together so I must say thank you for your expertise and knowledge and accuracy to detail, it’s very hard nowadays to find a good channel like yours that provides all those great qualities

[@MrAndrew1953]

Running my new Crosstrek or XV as we call them in Australia. Definitely the most unique car of the four cars I've owned. Feel a lot bigger to drive than they look, especially after my 11 year old Mazda 323. Love the driving position, power adequate for a vehicle of this type.

[@ajan57]

Love the reference to the "chingaderas" well done gentleman , great job!!

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

Those rims and tires looks good. I lifted mine with eibach lift springs 1.2”. Those factory springs are so soft. Keep up the good job. Next project is tires and rims

[@JonsDiary]

Mine are in the mail!......how do you like them?

[@nikiyahaire2552]

Like the Zeppelin intro 🤘🏻Hoping to get a crosstrek at the end of the summer, love that they still offer a manual option.

[@boiled4safety]

damn that cars undercarriage is super clean!

[@sandraroberts1931]

I thought so too. Looked not just clean but brand new?

[@kendps1587]

Never went on trails until after lifting it looool

[@bigteeee23]

Vid is so good I decided to do mine. But I have a ‘14. And now I need to make some modifications to fix the major tire rub! But so worth it! Thanks!

[@christophergreen3384]

Help! First off, I want to thank you for making our lives easier to lift my 2014 Crosstrek and adding on those method rims and KO2 tires. You were definitely the best source to find instructions. However, I took a trip to Ouray, CO and on the way there the "AT oil Temp" light came on my dash. I pulled over and let the engine cool and it drove normally, but happened repeatedly during the trip. The light came on five times during the whole trip. 2 times on the way from Dallas, TX to Ouray, CO, one time while off roading on different days. One on the Imogene Pass, and the other on Yankee Basin Trail. Then, one time during drive back to Dallas outside of Albuquerque, NM. I took it to the dealer and they're saying that's it's been driving in hot summer heat, plus the heavy tires, and the stuff on the roof rack is what was probably causing it. I drove about 2500 miles the whole trip. Is there anything I can do to improve my long distance trips? I've been looking all over online to find answers. Maybe I need to drill holes on my skid plates for more air flow? They're primitive racings like the ones you installed on Thomas'. Maybe I need to add a transmission cooler?

[@stupidchicken03]

I wouldnt run the roof rack with tons of stuff if possible. I know that might not be an option, but that thing does kill MPG and adds a ton of drag when driving. A trans cooler might be the best bet for that. Ive got a manual trans and have not had an issue with it thus far.

[@christophergreen3384]

I found out it was the Transmission Skid plate causing it, which was weird. I took it off and drove from Denver to Dallas, light never came on. Might drill holes on the skid plate to see if that solves any problems.

[@LightningSe7en]

Saw a lifted XV/crosstrek. My uncle owns one so I have an idea of how low it is so I immediately recognized a lifted one. Looks better lifted honestly.

[@user-cl2es9iu1j]

You guys are way ahead of me. Well done, looks flat out great!

[@jsa2145]

looks fun to work on a new car, everything is so clean :O ! (I live in canada so rust/dirt develops quickely)

[@RandallW20]

Great job guys. Did a good job of explaining the process. Looking forward to seeing more of this vehicle

[@leevanter1010]

Thank you so much guys, i was having problems on certain area, but after watching your video, it solve my problem putting 1inch lift with primitive racing king spring and .5inch subtle solution lift on my 2019 xv

[@jessemunoz2642]

OMG he said "two chinhaderas"🤣🤣🤣😂😂 made my day.

[@itsyaboycris2987]

lmao

[@bobdennis4801]

Our local Subaru dealer puts the same set up on Crosstrek’s and they have done some Outback’s. Same black wheels with off-road tires.

[@Racer_8]

Nice video - all the necessary info and good shots of the nuts, bolts, clips, attachments, etc. This has me wondering if the lift would work on a regular Impreza wagon...

[@isomdepont1224]

Blake that crosstrek looks great! And I enjoy your channel brother!

[@wrxnate2450]

Damn that looks awesome! I almost think it should come from the factory like that! Kinda makes we wanna trade in my Wrx for a Crosstrek.

[@barbryll8596]

WrxNate get a crosstreck for fun. Keep the WRX? Hell yes

[@wrxnate2450]

Haha, I wish I had the budget for that. I would daily/have fun in the Crosstrek and get the Wrx into a more track ready situation.

[@sonofulti1859]

Dude, looks sick! You should take off the factory fender flares and try to get some with the bolts on it either black or same color as the car

[@fulanitodetal13]

did you really said "two chingaderas" lmao!!

[@ecastaneda1988]

I was enjoying the video very much, then you showed the dog and I subscribed

[@HudsonZRoamer]

Fozroamer approves : ) . So glad you guys went with ADF.

[@fregoso1985]

Nice!! Hey tell your buddy if he ever wants to sell his Crosstrek, in case he gets tire of the la lack of engine power, I will buy it from him. And great video!!!

[@stupidchicken03]

ill keep that in mind haha!

[@tmbouman]

Thanks for the great video! Does it rub when you turn sharp? Also, where do you get your torque specs?

[@eddiethalen8533]

Neen, dat krijg je alleen met te grote banden.

[@JubeeBijou]

I would LOVE to get this done on my 2020.

[@BobaFatt316]

I just picked up a 19 Trek, definitely want to do something similar, nice and informative video!

[@ovp2go]

Man that was a monster install. Good Job!

[@stupidchicken03]

That was fun. Everything has been solid since the install!

[@kendps1587]

Next stop, OG bronco for this guys

[@CrazyGreek80]

I love the set up on these crosstrek's a proper rally car!!

[@timschutte8310]

, good job guys, totally sick. I'm surprised that all Stainless steel hardware didn't come with this kit ? I think I would have replaced all the nuts, bolts, and washers with all S.S. Hardware.

[@sodapopkid12]

NICELY DONE!!!!! AND DON’T GO CHEAP PEOPLE!!!!😆😆

[@mikaelwiberg2938]

This is a great video, and that Subaru looks awesome👍

[@BlakesGarage]

Glad you liked it!

[@EricNelsonYT]

If this had a version w/ over 200hp I would've already bought it. Now that it's on the universal platform I wouldn't be supprised to see the 2.0 turbo in here soon

[@zmuse]

I had a 2015 which had like 3-5hp less than the 2018 and even with the 5speed it sucked balls, especially on the highways. 2018 is better for the highways since it has the 6th gear but I am sure it is still really annoying having to constantly drop down a gear or two to get up over an ant hill. If they come out with a turbo one I will be the first in line.

[@EricNelsonYT]

100% agree. I was SOOOOOOO excited because I was expecting a more powerful engine for the new model & a 6 speed manual also got me excited. But the lack of power is KILLING sales in the US. Offer an STI version for a couple grand more & they'll fly off the lot.

[@multivisao]

Dream on people....the CrossTrek is slow without a lift kit, I bet a Prius can beat it now with those tires.

[@EricNelsonYT]

HellBoy I want to be mad at this comment... But you're probably right lol. I drove a 2015 Crosstrek with the CVT & was depressed at how slow & unresponsive it was. The new model is hardly faster

[@multivisao]

I know...I seriously considered buying one but that engine + CVT?...sorry not for me. I ended up having to decide between a Forester XT and Escape 2.0T, but Ford was giving a huge discount on the Escape and Subaru couldn't match so I ended up with one....it's fast! :D

[@moneyjuggler3466]

11:01 .."2 chingaderas" Mexican slang at its finest.. lol

[@AscendingBliss]

I'd be curious to see how well that whole 152 hp and 145 lb ft is going to pull those giant tires.

[@stupidchicken03]

Taylor Hayden not a problem! We installed everything with about 350 miles on the car. I've got around 2,200 on now.

[@AscendingBliss]

Very nice! We both seem to be in the midst of an epic outfitting of our Subies. I am about to have a fully custom front bumper fabricated for mt 2015 Outback. Excited to see where you go with the Crosstrek!

[@ibdustin15]

Why did you choose manual? Isn’t the AWD superior with the CVT? Plus isn’t the X mode and hill decent useful? I am interested in this car, but don’t know if I want a manual or CVT.

[@stupidchicken03]

Personally, ive never owned an automatic, so I figured why start now. X mode seems pretty cood, but id have to actually test it off-road to see if it was worth it (id do that before buying one). I feel like you have more control of the car in a manual. I drive up around Lake Tahoe a lot especially in the snow. Its nice to not have to use your brakes as much on a decent.

[@ibdustin15]

What skid plates are you looking at?

[@wilsonandlucy]

Great job guys.....and thank you from all of us for leaving out the crappy music!

[@RossLambert801]

Everyone is saying Subaru should put in the WRX engine or some sort of Turbo, and it makes a ton of sense for a million reasons. But I’d also love if they sold the car with a lift, larger off-road tires, and a supercharger. 200+ HP with 230+ torque would be awesome. In a dream world they would even sell a diesel version with even more torque.

[@wrigman]

Now you need to hit up Primitive racing and skid it!!!!! Have done it to my 16 Forester 14 Crosstrek a d 17 WRX........

[@stupidchicken03]

There's a vid for that ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/l37MoaqIfJl7gck&t=

[@SarahnTuned]

That looks so good! I wish you could get those with the FA20DIT though!

[@MZBallistic]

Yes 200 hp would be sweet. I just don't understand why they don't give the consumer what they want.

[@cobra454tim]

Lol I know the owner personally met him a couple times at the Sacramento Subaru meet ups..

[@seniortopolon3305]

Sarah -n- Tuned hi Sarah

[@schizobipolarjoe]

it's does have dit though.

[@husky701rider9]

Sarah -n- Tuned with the location of the turbo on the fa20 it’s not very well suited for off roading. When the sti gets an fa motor it will have truly lost all its rally car roots.

[@Bvargas227]

How much was the crosstrek? I am looking into buying one, and i would like a 2018 one.

[@SparkleAndGlow11]

Love the install step by step and your super cute Shih Tzu pup💖🐶

[@jmen8888]

Looks great. That job looks very difficult, only for professionals, so that leaves me out. I am going to lift my 18 Crosstrek in the future.

[@EcBuddy123]

jmen8888 It actually isn't too hard. I disassembled my 2010 Subaru outback basically completely and it's basically back together again. A few friends, a weekend and tools and I'm sure you could get it done with minimal to no issues

[@speddyg]

You and me both. I have a 2015 Crosstrek and would like a 1' lift and some off road lights but I flat out suck as mechanic, so I need a good mechanic and electrician.

[@Chris-13]

Oh how I wish I had a new car with this degree of cleanliness. I live in the UK ... any car older than 1 year is already rusting on all the underbody nuts and bolts😭

[@Monster_1100EVO]

Great, now I want a lifted crosstrek.

[@Rico24337]

Love the No Quarter at the beginning. Good info

[@misterdos8041]

Great install video, the crosstrek is badass.

[@ibozman]

Would like to see how you installed and how you wired. The light bar on the roof rack.

[@stupidchicken03]

I originally set it up on my Fiance's Sorento, knowing I would also be using it on my Crosstrek once I got it (this was early Feb). So I made a write up on how I hooked it up to her car, basically same steps for the Crosstrek except I have an S-Tech switch system to make all my accessories easier. www.kia-forums.com/2016-sorento/269337-led-light-bar-cargo-basket.html

[@evanheuer9152]

I cant wait to do this on my 2018 as well

[@diezel_fpv9973]

So after 2 years of driving what has you're average mpg with the atv tires and lift? I'm in the market for a nomad setup for cell phone tower inspections. Main challenge is fuel mileage and bad access road conditions. I drive around 80-85mph on interstates and tackle eastern Kentucky, West Virginia, and parts of TN. Was thinking about a Chevy calorado long bed with Eco diesel but after watching this I'm really interested in a subaru

[@stupidchicken03]

Sept will be 3 years since owning the car and last Sept/early Oct will be 3 years since the lift and tires. Ive put on 43,000 miles with 135 tanks of gas (ive literally tracked each tank since buying the car with Fuelly). My average MPG is 23.8 for the lift of the car.

[@nicolec7290]

Thanks. What are the torque settings. Or where did you find them. Love those tires

[@topey99]

Why does the adf lift kit today doesnt come with those 2 rear subframe spacers?

[@Dougs-Ear-Hole-Entertainment]

Wish you could have done a split shot of before and after on this. Still cool.

[@Jason-oz6tk]

Really nice car! I want one of these are they reliable cars? i heard rumors Subaru's aren't worth the buy because of break downs and reliability issues?

[@Jason-oz6tk]

@Chairman of the Board Thank you im thinking about purchasing one tho

[@sawyerwallace9631]

Love the Video! Its the only one i can find on the new 18. Putting a washer with a lock washer defeats the purpose of having a lock washer. Also the lock washer has to be touching the head of the bolt and the metal you don't want the bolt to be spinning on.

[@BlakesGarage]

You need to revisit that theory. That is completely incorrect.

[@sawyerwallace9631]

The type of lock washer you use is made to bite into the head of the bolt and the surface you don't want it turning way from. So when the bolt turns out it actually tightens the lock washer. This is the way I was taught in Aircraft Technician school. I could be totally ignorant as well.

[@jetlag410]

Dez NUTZ😂. Great video guys! Well done!

[@kylegamble8789]

Is it the same process for a 2015XV? I bought the right lift kit but this is by far the best DIY video out there but unfortunately there are no good ones for my year!

[@BlakesGarage]

Pretty much identical.

[@karasz236]

makes me want to get this done on my 2014 crosstrek.. already getting power stop brakes on it.

[@1966stumpjumper]

Looks great ! How much heavier are the bigger tires vs stock ?

[@nedimprintjobs5397]

thanks for great video, I am working on a modification sort of similar to this. I would like to know how this affected roll over on high speed when cornering on asphalt.

[@c.h.9827]

good video, but I kept thinking "no lock tight?!.. " it's always good practice to use it lol.

[@Dankstar209]

14 xt i went with the 2 inch rough country loded lifted struts all the way around sitting on falken wildpeaks

[@halfcab81]

This looks like an absolute beating.

[@Lorde360]

Any updates on this build? I'd like to see how it does off road and if you drive it daily things you did not like

[@highwindv6]

New cars are always the best to mod.. bolts break open so easily

[@jackschubert7013]

Hey, thanks for the great video! I have the same lift as well and I have noticed some slight creaking from the sway bar at low speeds, have you experienced this? Also, did you perform a sway bar relocation during your installation?

[@misterandrews]

Great walkthrough!

[@leonelplascencia2990]

Whats the MPG with those tires?

[@illduitmyself]

prolly 20mpg

[@jeffersoncroci9406]

On a later video he says 26

[@schecter7x]

Which mounts did u use for that light bar to that basket? I just got the same setup and wanna make sure I get good mounts that will hold up. Thx!

[@stupidchicken03]

I used these: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T8SBA72/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@schecter7x]

stupidchicken03 the 1.25”? Thx for the reply

[@stupidchicken03]

It just depends on the diameter of bar you're using :)

[@schecter7x]

stupidchicken03 the front of the load warrior is 1” pipe so what size would you recommend I buy? Seems like 1” exact would be too small. Thanks for the help!

[@stupidchicken03]

I honestly dont remember which one I got, but it was probably the 1.25"

[@kevinkevin6767]

that is an awesome rack/light bar/ set up. what are they? thanks

[@stupidchicken03]

It is a Yakima Loadwarrior with the extension installed

[@robertanderson6900]

On the wheels... Was the +15 backspacing over stock or overall?

[@Battles36]

dope video! I have a 2019 you think they will rub if I put those same tires on before I get my lift?

[@brad3d]

The link to the lift kit used, does not show sub frame spacers. Are they a separate part, or just not shown?

[@MANOFBOBRUISK]

What brand roof rack is that? Love the snowboard clips and LED light bar in it

[@stupidchicken03]

Yakima Loadwarrior

[@ebazaez]

Awesome video guys!! Do you think is possible to make to an 2015 impreza sport? I want to lift it up but i havent found info :(

[@cascadiabackroads]

Is the ADF forester version of this lift install pretty identical?

[@kenskywaIker]

5:01 deez nuts! Nice vid brosef, nice choice of wheels on the crosstek.

[@meMiner]

Really nice! Any concern with premature wearing of any of the remaining stock parts because of change of angle? I have a 2" lift on my Honda Ridgeline and love the look, but have had some wear issues that arguably were caused by it. My wife has the Crosstrek and it would be cool to do this for her.

[@stupidchicken03]

Really not too concerned with it. I think really the only thing I think may wear quicker would possibly be a wheel bearing

[@meMiner]

Thanks. That is one of the things that wore a bit prematurely on my lifted truck. Got replaced at 120K miles. Good luck with your car. It looks great.

[@nachoelcacho]

Great Vid... Thanks 4 Sharing.... Keep uploading to see the progress and looking forward to end result.!! Thanks dudes

[@DustyCowdog]

Wondering... is there any issue with the CV joints and the angle that changes when lifted. Looks awesome!

[@stupidchicken03]

Its been 6 months and so far so good, zero issues.

[@DustyCowdog]

stupidchicken03 ... right on, thanks! It looks awesome and I hope to have one in a few months. Just need to sell the motorcycle... cheers.

[@uSpotGaming]

So... I totally read the title as "How to Drift a Subaru Crosstrek" and I got way too excited wondering how the !@#%! that's possible LOL

[@rickc2102]

What you want is half an inch of freshly fallen snow, before anyone else has driven over it. Gives a consistent μ and a fun time no matter your drivetrain.

[@brandonb7124]

Tell your boy to get come center caps for the wheels on ebay. 59mm caps, I chose some black and blue Subaru one and they fit really nice.

[@stupidchicken03]

They fit on the Method 502s?

[@mattcascini5326]

Can you put those wheels and tires on without lifting it? If not is a similar option without lifting it?

[@DavePhelps]

So why did you choose spacers instead of lift springs? I can't decide between the two on my old forester.

[@ferp420]

I've got a 2000 obs with a 3" lift and a 91 loyale 2 door pannel wagon with a 5" lift and front prototype long arm kit tube fenders sliders custom bumpers and 2" receiver's front and rear for the winch and to top it all off the engine is decked and shaved ported and polished custom intake manifold for the shorter block custom exhaust and the icing a duel range trans

[@odoull69]

Look amazing! Great job!

[@collectifiable]

How have the rear spacers held up? This is the best kit I’ve found but the square spacers worry me some.

[@stupidchicken03]

I've had zero issues with it so far. Have over 22,000 miles on the lift and going strong.

[@collectifiable]

stupidchicken03 thanks for making my decision for me brother 💪🏽

[@dillonyank862]

Looks beautiful! Nice work, and nice car!

[@tundraspecialops]

K02's are NOT mud tires for anyone watching this today for the first time, unfamiliar with the brand and tire model. They're all-terrain tires, which are good for on and off-road, but should not be confused with mud tires, a completely different animal.

[@DeltaWaterhouse]

Im watching this on mute because im in a waiting room. What kit was used in this install?

[@Fremiot]

greetings friend... where can I get the light bar?