6 Mistakes New Subaru Owners make when modifying their Car

[@CameronAlford]

Class is in session boys, like this comment to mark your attendance

[@Smeedia]

Eyyy hope the GC is coming along nicely 🔥

[@Roxas_DM]

I’m here’s all ears

[@Roxas_DM]

Ya I screwed up looking for turbo noises and the VB is super quiet and I have no idea what to do.

[@RJWebber]

​@Roxas_DM an aftermarket intake should change that.

[@Roxas_DM]

@@RJWebber I have one and it’s still not as loud as a Va sadly kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKHEgH-Ohr2UhKcsi=yb8B6t_Y2jbb3A_u

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

#1: putting an EG33 into your STI 😂 Jkjk ♥️

[@Smeedia]

Leave right now 😂

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@Smeedia I'll never leave 🦀🦀

[@chasestoddard6984]

Damn that’s tuff

[@dougl4253]

Putting two eg33 motors in lmao

[@bash5552]

BUAHAHAHAHHAHAHA!!! the feels!!

[@mattohearn48]

Mad respect for you going through the eg33 nightmares i watched the build from the start you did your best man

[@Smeedia]

We onto bigger and better things, gave it all we could 🫶 thing taught me so many valuable skills and lessons that everything going forward should be cake hopefully

[@nickma1422]

Best subi content online

[@Smeedia]

🫶🫶🫶

[@Rephyc]

Honestly if anyone ever asks me if they should get a Subaru performance car, I always recommend them to watch you cause you help digest all the correct info . One of the best on the platform for any and everything automotive related.

[@Smeedia]

I Try help break down the info as much as I can for everyone 🫶

[@mikedonovan8018]

Thanks for this video. It will hopefully help out the newcomers.

[@duuude534]

Correct info? Lmfao😂

[@paulmarsdensr1095]

A great video brother. I'm stock for life. Only exterior modifications on my 2020 World Rally Blue STI. I'm keeping my STI forever lord willing. Subies forever guys and girls. Tanner, I love your channel man. Excited to see what engine and mods you put into Bluebaru. Have a great week.

[@jordan_BTC]

miss your VB content.

[@ranran2218]

Buy once cry once lol love it. Also, the number of vb wrx owners that have said the car doesn't need a tune in the vb wrx reddit page blows my mind. There are so many unaware owners who refuse to do the smart thing and get it tuned, but then the engine grenades, and they want to complain and cry about it.

[@crypticmushu1560]

That's not just a vb problem.

[@ranran2218]

@crypticmushu1560 no but the vb community has been extremely vocal about not needing a tune because the vb self tunes and all this other crap or that a cold air intake is fine to run without a tune. Starting to see more people break their engine and have seen more than a few destroy their transmission because they think the vb transmission is upgraded over the va and it still the same transmission and it's weak beyond 400whp and 400 lb-ft.

[@crypticmushu1560]

@ranran2218 oh I completely agree man. They'll throw stuff on and then when they blow they always trash subarus like it's a subaru problem.

[@autodriven]

New subie owner here (2010 WRX Hatchback) ! Love your content, you’re straight to the point.

[@evodudedad2053]

oh man these new VA owners on FB group are ridiculous. They argue left and right when people give them good advice and say things like "ETS says it on their website, their intake don't need a tune". months later "welp my mechanic said its a rod knock, anyone know any reputable shop/tuner in (insert whatever state they're in) area?"

[@samuelg3586]

Great video, brother! You covered some really good topics that I wasn't expecting. Thank you!

[@ItsRyanYo]

This really needs to be posted on the facebook subaru group lol. I've only had my WRX for about 5 months but i did about 2 months of research before i bought one.

[@Smeedia]

Doing the research can set you up for success with these 👨‍🏫

[@ItsRyanYo]

@@Smeedia 100%

[@ekimo56]

Whats the best way to get a rear LSD in a 2010 WRX(GR), Im guessing just go for the 6spd swap? Seems like it might be dumb just upgrading rear diff if 5spd is glass and all 🤔

[@CarimboHanky]

i say not researching the vehicle before buying and going cheap with parts are the top 2 in my list

[@Smeedia]

200% spot in. Do the research and stick with what is known to work for parts 👌

[@ryanthibault5144]

After owning a sti for 3 years and it being my first turbo car and first Subaru I’ve never had anything crazy other then a bad turbo which was warranty and I had the crank pulley explode on me when I started my car on a Monday after work but other then that it’s been amazing every time I go to buy anything I do research but it’s a daily so I don’t see the car making anything over 320whp I enjoy the car as it is the only thing I noticed is that they seem to have a bi polar personality sometimes 😂

[@Smeedia]

The just comes with the territory with these things 😂

[@ryanthibault5144]

@@Smeedia quite the opposite when I get into my girlfriends Kia forte😂

[@Subi_doo]

Only thing I need to know about “used” Subarus is don’t buy a car known for people putting their hands into it.

[@Cmfrs503]

Great upload tanner, I’m actually looking at getting a stock 2020 wrx limited this week, so this video was very helpful, I’ve done research but this would be my first Subaru, appreciate the content

[@Smeedia]

Anytime and keep me posted on when you pick it up! 🥳

[@Cmfrs503]

@@Smeedia appreciate the reply, I’m working with the dealer on getting a better price, there asking 30k, but it only has like 22k miles, u think it’s a good price? Knowing Subarus like u do any help/advice/information u could offer would be super helpful, keep up the great content

[@Smeedia]

@@Cmfrs503 tbh 30 is kinda high imo, I would try and get em closer to like 26.5ish

[@Cmfrs503]

@@Smeedia im trying to work with the dealership, any advice on trying to get a lower price, I went there last week and checked it out and took it for a test drive, I really want it though

[@dorianleclair7390]

Do a Ferrari v8 swap like Sam Albert from Dirtfish did. That thing sounds soo good.

[@Smeedia]

I’m deep in eBay on some auctions right now for ideas 😂

[@DJ_Driven]

​@@Smeedia2JZ with a rear wheel drive conversion?

[@WolfsCampFire]

I got a lightly modded 2002 wrx for $1700, had a rebuilt engine and transmission last year with 60k on it and .5 mil oversizes pistons, and a full Invidia catback and catted downpipe. Drives like a dream.

[@aeskellion]

you look so different when you don’t have a wide angle lens slapped on your face 😂

[@Smeedia]

Do I look normal? 😂

[@aeskellion]

@@Smeedia yeah but it’s very unusual haha

[@xsquatchx2535]

I just picked up another wrx but it’s an 06 wrx wagon. My old one was a 2019 and I left it alone. I wanna drop in a 6-speed from a 2015+ wrx since mine is about toasted and the front diff doesn’t sound good. Only person I see kinda do it is your buddy who tunes your cars. Just want maybe 300hp since it’ll just stay as my daily dad wagon.

[@davidmontez1665]

I have that tee! Let’s go! RallySport Direct!

[@yarukineez0]

Damn, 3 hits hard haha. The STI I picked up had absolutely no reliability mods done and nothing maintenance-wise outside of oil changes. It's always disappointing to see what should've been, but hasn't. Hopefully, I was able to get some reliability mods on in time to save the motor. So far, so good, at least!

[@Sleeper_fawrx]

I think I owe you partial credit for my wrx not becoming a bomb yet 😂

[@Craiggg12345]

Got my 2015 STI. Has 150,000 miles on it. 45k on the new engine to an unknown oil leak. Currently has a Cobb 20g turbo, ETS TMIC, killer b header stock down pipe and Invidia q300 catback. Gots all the Cusco braces with FA coil swift springs, Volk wheels Recaro SR7 seats and it’s such a perfect balanced car. Owned it for seven years.

[@duuude534]

Cobb 20g is garbage. Get rid of it

[@DenverDave5280]

Building my first WRX (VB) and you've been so helpful from my first day with this car. 🙏 Please keep up the great content!

[@Smeedia]

I’ll keep em coming 🫡

[@TsunamiDragonEX]

Isn't the #1 mistake, modifying their Subaru to begin with?

[@TheProdan23]

NOT LIL TIMMY!!!

[@mythos000000025]

Having owned an eg33 powered svx....simply owning a Subaru

[@theamazinggoldfish8713]

I saw the title and clicked on this. I own an 2021 Impreza (the slow one🤣) sport hatchback in .... Manual transmission and for an daily it has been fine. "Of course" I really would want an manual WRX wagon/Levoreg if it was offered in "Manual Transmission" and .....in the States...😢

[@achris96]

I have a Outback Wilderness, what would be the estimated cap HP for its CVT and FA24 engine for rally/off road use?

[@ARealGopher]

My 4th gear syncro is giving out. Quoted 4k for a transmission rebuild. Have seen IAG 1-4th straight cut for around 6k online so 7k-ish total. What other recommendations does thy..... recommend?

[@andrewpfohl7473]

Why hate on the ej20x and y ? Been running one for almost 2 years now , bolt ons , ej255 intake and exhaust and turbo , tuned on 94 , makes like 265whp 16psi , I follow a guy online - bolt ons on his ej20x internals and on e85 and makes 430whp. These are strong and capable motors but do require a lot of extra finesse and understanding. But someone knowledgeable as yourself shouldn’t be adding to the misconceptions on these swaps by simply hating on it. The dual AVCs isn’t an issue. Retard the timing and tune it and it’s fine

[@jtothap6604]

I have a Mustang with a Gen 2 FBO Coyote running E85. Thinking about trading in for a 21 STI or a 22 or newer wrx. Baby on the way. What could made the similar experience with price and smile factors included?

[@theamazinggoldfish8713]

Question please Sir, I am currently running 225/40R 18's and want to swap over to 205/65R16 on new 16" rims. Will I need spacers for the axel offset on the 5th Gen Impreza?

[@SUBI_PaT]

The professor has spoken!!!!!!!! Badass video tanner this one is for the books sir nice job love it.

[@depl0rable_scum254]

if i'm modding my car not for power, but for the WAAAdAAAAHHHHHHHHHH STU STU STU WAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH. Will I be fine? 😂

[@Smeedia]

As long as you tune for whatever you doing you fine 😂

[@Ferperez55]

i have yet to get my sti, i want to get one but im not sure what year. I was thinking 2016-2019. Mainly just want to have it since it’s my dream car but probbaly have it go to 400-600hp if possible. I just don’t know what to get lol.

[@sigma02chi]

Surely an upgraded air filter and removing the charcoal filter in the air box doesn’t need a tune on a 23’ WRX??? I’m guessing I can even throw the STI Cat back exhaust on and stay stock tuned….

[@HeidiFegles]

The ethanol comment of making 450 with just bolt on parts hahahaha. Never happen ever. Maybe right before it breaks a rod bolt and sends a rod through the block. If the only mod you do is rod bolts you could do 375 hp all day long. Forged internals and studs rod bolts and all the fueling mods + tune and head porting to run 450 everyday reliably…. Kinda. I built my motor for 500wheel horse and run it at 394 wheel horse and 425 ft lbs and honestly it’s a very very fun car to drive. That’s 92 octane fuel 400 wheel torque and 350 hp. Don’t get greedy with a number. Just make your car run and drive the way you want.

[@jaminjosh23]

Sounds like there’s a bunch of people who like to do a lot of cool stuff, I’m just looking at a new wrx as a daily and something to have a lil fun in compared to my ‘07 2500 Silverado getting back and forth to work and trips with the family.

[@AndrewPrinster]

Love the content, I started watching a couple months ago when I wanted to start modding my WRX. I put all my parts on and within a week I had it at the tuner and made 296whp and 288 tq after tune. The car is a blast and sounds great.

[@williamkrum3653]

It’s funny you said most people will have fun with these cars and then trade it in for something more family friendly. I did the opposite. I had a 21 Aacent, with a nameless cat back and Cobb AP, just traded it in for a 21 wrx.

[@jakem.8608]

I have my 09 WRX, want to make it a little faster and make it look nice, maybe 290-310ish? Is there a way to do that reliably with the 5 speed? (Im sorry to turn the comments into a Q&A

[@venjito79]

Ahhhhhh. I have a question. Thank you so very much for your advices. But still didn't find the answer on my question. Which is what to do when you want subbaru sti but you don't want to spend too much money for it? Please advise me on my dilemma 😮?

[@coachgomes]

Who is qualified to do a Tune on these Subaru's..??? Surely the Subaru dealership will not do a tune on a modified Subaru..?? Seems to me that we have lots and lots of research and due diligence to find someone who can do a Tune on a Subaru that we modify with bolt on parts...???

[@gabrielirlandini4506]

Can you make a base 2015 Impreza pop and bang with a cherry bomb resonator and bring straight piped? Maybe if it went catless ? or is it the wrong car for that ?😂

[@J.R.F.23]

I’ve heard that with the Gen2 BRZ without turbos; Subaru stated that more than 10% ethanol is not recommended. My car is staying stock engine wise and I run Sunoco 93. Which is the highest pump octane in my state. Is it true that stock engines have issues with higher levels of ethanol?

[@eltonharris4502]

Will a 3port catch can cause increase crank case pressure or oil leak issues? I did the Killer B oil pick up kit, cylinder 4 coolant mod and new clutch. Dealer said car has a tune and it puts down 350hp. Car is stupid quick for me, but it's a daily driver. Not my race car. Will a ebay catch can be OK?

[@underworld_streetscene]

my 2022 wrx has an intake/exhaust and on 91 it makes 330 whp and like 390whp on E85

[@Decoy100]

Lancer evolution x sst gearbox i rebuild 450sh hp safe in the engine, everyone was telling me wtf have you done ? Yiu geae will break So far, I love driving it, but I'm still afraid to go hard on it

[@joelansell3516]

i’m looking at getting a forester xt to modify it i found a stock one used for highway driving it has 227,000k’s but its cheaper than normal do you think its worth it?

[@ronniepoulin1251]

I definitely learned the hard way with buying a used motor

[@goodtogo12345]

bro i have a question hopefully you respond im planning to get a grimmspeed drop in filter for my bone stock sti. will i get any check engine light in a long run? (i know grimmspeed already mention that i do not need a tune for this filter but wanted to make sure from experience like you). hopefull i can get a respond thank you!!!

[@ИванДинков-ъ8й]

I drive sti from 2011 and really want to find good intake but the problem in my country is hard to find some one which can map correct the ecu without f*cked the engine..

[@griffinfischer5818]

Been looking at a K and N air intake for my daily 2020 WRX, would I need a tune for it? and if so should I get an access port for that tune?

[@CactusSnD]

I bought mine used last year and it started going into limp mode with a p000d code on bank 2 I believe it’s a oil control valve it has an ap but how do I figure out if it was pro tuned or e tuned ?

[@cd5sircoupe]

These engines are so finicky. Never have to worry about these kind of issues with Hondas, Toyotas, or Nissans... but there's a reason we all love the stupid weird flat fours.

[@phantom2488]

the only mistake a subrau owner can make is modifying it in the first place stop it ///stop!!! k swap it lol

[@oscarmiranda4173]

Hi I’m Timmy and I have a problem lol I made that mistake with my 2016 sti now I’m stuck with it 💀

[@Kamo2x]

Getting a PPI, is there a recommended shop? Is it better to go to a subaru dealership or to find a shop that specializes in subaru? Is there a good way to tell if the car had mods taken off and accessport removed?

[@gerardoluevano3167]

Hello I’m Timmy 4 years ago 😅 if knew what I know now I wouldn’t have bought it 😂

[@subaruxv19]

I'm just making my Crosstrek better to daily. So far I've gotten a shift stop, pitch stop and k&n. Works as intended and the suspension can handle shitty ny roads and snow

[@HeidiFegles]

Listening while I work on my Subaru and laughing cuz it’s all so true

[@8SpecB]

CHECK YOUR OIL! CHECK YOUR OIL!

[@TheTechNopal]

Realest advice here

[@tjbugeye]

#1 mistake when modifying a subaru, taking it to Josh Bader to get tuned!

[@finflamflamharrison9265]

do you recommend modifying a Crosstrek Sport?

[@ilyayevdokimov6063]

Biggest mistake Ive made is not to tune it when I first got it. Stock tune is just garbage that subaru engineer made on bathroom break

[@juuco_1966]

I want a SJ forester or newer gen. With a turbo and manual. How realistic is that?

[@LegendaryGarageYT]

I’m excited to go fbo with my sti I almost got all my parts ready just waiting on a grimmspeed turbo. Going to have 1300cc injectors headers, dp, rails, top mount intercooler

[@roblloyd2432]

NUMBER 1 mistake is going for big power. So many other platforms will do it much better, much cheaper and more reliably. Subarus are great, but their strength is world class awd with a unique engine with low a cg. Build for throttle response and good handling. Aim well below 500hp and get it from the smallest turbo that will do the job.

[@benc911]

we have tons of high power subarus in the UK, we use the correct parts to start with and tuners who know the limitations of the engine and not just sending to the moon for content, its about building and tuning correctly to create a reliable platform, we've been doing high powered subarus for much longer then anyone in the United States.

[@787blah]

@@benc911Do you guys believe in punctuation in the uk?

[@benc911]

@787blah just as much as you lot. At least debate the points I made, or does it make you feel better pointing out my lazy punctuation? My writing is lazy, but its legible.

[@deybi1]

After 8 different Subarus na and turbo the words spoken by tanner are 100% true

[@johnlexus1]

I started listening I was a boy, when I finished the video , I was then a men.

[@HeidiFegles]

Rally a car that’s not rare. And get 2 full cars and put and sti motor and harness in an older Subaru and rally the piss out of it

[@TheE3R]

1st mistake is to cheap out and install trash parts, not tuning it properly, and being in a rush impatiently

[@saucyside1965]

Great video! And I know I learned my lesson cry once 😢😂 is so true

[@86daniel]

Thanks for making another video like this. after watching the blue’s build, I know you’re an excellent resource for someone like me just getting into modding my ‘21

[@Smeedia]

Anytime and here to help where I can 🫡🫡

[@_tmaikeo6234]

Just got my first AP for the subi. These cars are very timid compared to Hondas and Nissans. But always wanted a subi. Cheers to longevity of the FA

[@HeidiFegles]

Let’s turn the boost all the way up and touch nothing else.

[@HeidiFegles]

Just putting a new air cleaner could cause you to rescale your maf sensor.

[@MonkellD]

My impreza man. I mean I love it but God it's slow.

[@Smeedia]

Great daily drivers and good fuel economy 👀

[@MonkellD]

​@Smeedia try 19mpg...26.3"x15" tires with wheel spacers and roof rack. 23mpg with 25"x17" tires, wheel spacers and without the roof rack!

[@Smeedia]

@@MonkellD19 is still better than anything I have 😅

[@furykillerBZ]

Great video! I've owned three Subarus now, a 2010 WRX, a 2019 Crosstrek, and my 2017 STI. Any problems I had were due to poor maintenance or me not following the warnings in this video. Appreciate all the useful information, I know you're branching out to other car brands, but I appreciate All you've helped me learn about Subaru p

[@Smeedia]

I’ll keep the information Subaru stuff going up always, but here to help where and when I can 🥳🫡

[@kylancarpenter5589]

I plan on modifying an outback at some point or a forester

[@TheChromeCannon]

for real though... your the reason i bought my 17 STI . hella good information on everything subies man. appreciate your content ! i came over from being a Audi fanatic and being spoiled adding performance parts with no tune needed... SPOILED i say lol Subies are 100% pay to play cars, but man id be lying if i didnt say its the best car ive owned.

[@Smeedia]

Thats such an accurate representation of them 😂 they got some character to em 😅

[@Evergreenprospectors]

I miss the silver hatch

[@Smeedia]

Same 🫠🥲

[@ranov1169]

I bought a 2019 sti and i looked at the block and apparently the previous owner swapped the ej25 to a ej20

[@ranov1169]

I found out when trouble shooting why i had crazy knok after buying a cobb ap and intake.

[@brandonpetrilla1731]

Everything you stated was accurate, Most people and I see it all the time want to just bolt on parts and go fast at the cheapest possible price, Then the engine lets loose and the car automatically becomes junk, Another big issue today and this goes across the board for all makes is these obscene extended oil drain intervals, Change your oil every 2,500-3,000 even when using full synthetic, Only thing extended drain intervals do is cause people to be lazy and not service their car and in the process run the engine low on oil causing major problems, Another big issue today and this is basically my opinion is these 0 weight oils are a joke, The only reason they exist is because of the government and MPG purposes, First thing I do to my cars if spec’d with 0w20 is drain the 0w20 and go with 5w30, The low tension piston rings and thinner oils for fuel economy coupled with extended drain intervals are a recipe for disaster.

[@manuelracing448]

Still disappointed 😢 telling truths 😢

[@omialmanza1900]

Seen some scratchy subies around my area. Either the dudes cheap out or lack the knowledge on EJ's and FA's. Glad you make videos like this Tanner 👍🏽

[@Smeedia]

I see cheap parts give so many problems sometimes 😢 here to help where I can 🫡

[@nick-sh1lr]

I just gotta find somewhere to toon my shi*

[@kodbullet]

Today i came to realize that i am little timmy .... LMFAOOO ggs long road ahead

[@Smeedia]

We all were Timmy at one point 😅

[@phillanderson1003]

I’m getting 362hp out of my 2022vb safely with about 10 k worth of extras plus a Cobb and Dyno tune and I’m very happy but the down side is no warranty

[@Smeedia]

Warranty is over rated 😅

[@mochii59]

what would you recommend to someone who wants to daily a cool looking car that sounds beautiful? i’ve wanted a wrx forEVER and bought a legacy three years ago cuz it was all i could afford. now im working to save up to get a “cooler” car, not sure where to start or what i should get? also i dont know how to drive a manual and am afraid to learn on a potentially very expensive car, ive been looking into like 2017+ wrxs

[@mochii59]

i have so many questions but don’t know anyone that’s familiar with subarus or anything other than like ford and chevys 😓

[@_Wheysted_]

Best car to mod is the one that the bank doesnt own!

[@tonyfugit2718]

You mean, besides buying a Suburu?

[@Menace_sti]

"I just put in a 750 block with a grimmspeed bb500 and 1050 injectors and its gonna make alot of horspers! I dont care what you say tanner. Its gonna make 600plus haha Jk im not that subaru guy. Haha im just trying to break in my miles and tune it so i can drive it safely 😌 and have some fun. Not trying to beat everyone on the street its mostly for smiles per mile

[@StreetDreamzTT]

Also, you dont need 1000 hp. I was always chassing higher numbers until i realized the more power i got, the less i used it. Proper tires and suspensiion with 350 can take down bigger monsters than you think.

[@2018wrxaddict]

Stage 2 without an intake 😂

[@Jakanddaxter1999]

FA24 in blue does sort of sound alluring now. Still not a glorious EZ30 but Subaru is Subaru ;)

[@smudgeyarksha3514]

Watching your earlier vids on blue I recently bought my 21 STI in March 2024 a badge I've wanted since I was 20 back in 2001. Installs: Grimmspeed v2 BPV with IAG elbow Joint IAG oil pan/baffle/PU tube IAG AOS Grimmspeed pitch stop mount Killer B thermo housing GRIMMSPEED Radiator hosing Mishimoto Radiator 4th cylinder cooling mod Master cylinder brake brace Perrin All done within the first 6 weeks of ownership with only 8k on clock. Thanks for your content. Edit: should have it paid off in 18mo, then I'll keep playing with it. Goal is to make a respectable 330/350ish WHP.