Subaru XV Crosstrek nameless muffler delete install

[@herschelwalker591]

Just put the 5" muffler version on mine, some tips for people watching: Spray Silicone Lube Channel locks That's how you pop exhaust hangers off in 5 seconds, prop one end of the claw against the metal nub and the other end against the hanger and pry it off. When taking the OEM exhaust off, start on the tip side first, and pop the exhaust hanger closest to you off on the inlet side then pull down The top bolt sucks for sure and the alignment of the flange is a few MM off for me at the gasket, but I'm going to go back and brute force it down and should be fine.

[@gnardvark]

big brain. thanks man.

[@Bluewater-42]

Man oh Man...You're a lifesaver! I am an 75 years young and I used soap to take it out and super easy and fast...Thank you so much!

[@JORDIIMusic]

Sounds really nice! The benefits of having a muffler delete over a resonator delete is that you don't get the drone at low RPMs, because the resonator is still doing its job.

[@Etonnantnon]

you mean with muffler delete you will not loose torque ?

[@joek81981]

Hey, I'm from Red Wing, MN. I have the orange one. With our transmission, I was expecting a terrible sound, but no. A pleasant low-tenor to high baritone voicing to it. Good stuff, guy!

[@stanmanvg21]

Nice. Redwing is a nice little area.

[@cav1991]

I bought this exhaust and installed it for my 2019 Impreza hatchback sport model. The sound is perfect for me, their is a slight drone in the cabin but it’s not crazy or anything, really manageable. If you have kids or a pesky wife, get the 5’ muffler instead. Just like he said, the car naturally idles between 1200-2000 when casually driving and when not actively accelerating. Sounds better in person. Keep the stock muffler in case you want to revert back to stock sound. All in all, it took me about 20 minutes to install and well worth it.

[@imoffendedthatyouareoffended]

I did this to my base model 2018 5mt hatch and I get tons of pops it’s insanely fun to rev because of those pops xD. I love it but my dad has it on his as cvt cross trek and it sounds more like a Polaris razed imo

[@kurintosan]

Are you able to get a drive by video for your Impreza hatch? I plan to get a Impreza hatch next year :p

[@Tenacious_Schemer]

Are you noticing anything sensor wise or any idling issues?

[@cav1991]

@@Tenacious_Schemer no nothing of the sort. But I have a 22 vb WRX now buddy 👌🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@Tenacious_Schemer]

@@cav1991 oh shoot!

[@adamchandler2635]

WD-40 on the exhaust hangers works like a charm!

[@imoffendedthatyouareoffended]

Adam Chandler just use soapy water in a spray bottle, that way it doesn’t deteriorate the rubber hangers.

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

foshow

[@98Kentuckian]

Absolutely, been doing that for years. Works a trick

[@jasonlavelle3293]

Soapy water is always around the house, cheap and won't destroy rubber

[@chowskivideos7890]

Thank you for making and posting this video I really enjoyed and appreciated it

[@shaneluben]

I just put mine on today and it's an night and day difference with how it sounded before up until today.

[@tylerarei]

Just got the same exhaust for my 2018 impreza hatchback, very niceinformative video! Thanks guy

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Thank you! Hope you like the exhaust!

[@pambansanghatdog280]

Thank you man having a hard time to take it out the stock exhaust glad i watched this the dawn soap help me a lot i just put mine

[@necrom66]

SOLD! good post! i just put in my order i cant wait to install it

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Nice!

[@alissatravers1218]

Just got mine today! For my 18 forester MT

[@alissatravers1218]

It took 3 months for mine to come in. They’re a small business FYI they take time to process it

[@mikeodonnell5476]

They definitely are a small business and I think they do things in batches, so yes it could potentially take some time.

[@necrom66]

​@@mikeodonnell5476 i was expecting it to take a few weeks but just got a tracking and it should arrive Sun or Mon

[@kwoods9930]

I’ve never put an exhaust on any of my vehicles and I can’t decide on the 5” muffler or the muffler delete but this sounds so good!

[@johnwick1289]

Great video! I will likely add this install, when I purchase a Crosstrek.

[@RacerJames76]

Removing exhaust hangers. Helpful tip is using windex or spray glass cleaner. Lubricates and dries quickly!

[@spacot9068]

Exhaust hanger pliers make easy almost effortless work. If you ever do this again in the future.

[@ninecreekfarm]

Awesome video. Car sounds great.

[@JoeyyTube]

Get the Tsudo Header, it’ll give it more of the Boxer Rumble, just installed mine last week

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Got a link? I’ve got a new video this weekend of the new nameless quad exit axel back.

[@JoeyyTube]

Sasquatch Mountain Tactical just google Tsudo Headers, cheapest website is Speed Element Motors. Quad exhaust, nice man 🤘they look aggressive.

[@anthonyjulson8840]

If you set the cruise control, you don't get the fake shifting when you romp on it.

[@chriskehoe8122]

This sounds great I’m looking to get the same one for my Impreza

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I’d recommend getting the resonated version, this one does drone a good bit. Also since this video they came out with a really cool new version with quad tips(I currently have that on my car)

[@despa333]

@@mikeodonnell5476 I am looking to do the same but sadly the quad tips are only for the crosstrek lol :(

[@mikeodonnell5476]

@@despa333 should fit the Impreza too I think

[@despa333]

@@mikeodonnell5476 ​ hmm on the website it says "*While this system does NOT fit the 2012-2016 Subaru Impreza Wagon, we are working on a design which will be available soon" so idk. They have a quad tip for 2017+ impreza but I have a 2016 sadly. Yours looks really good tho!

[@mikeodonnell5476]

@@despa333 oh! Yeah it’s should fit the new imperzas though. I’m pretty sure they’ll have one out soon.

[@pedritoc.c.t.665]

I thinkmtaling the cat out would be best. Less restrictions clock the egr take.off head vents off intake plug the ports im the imtake and leave the mufler box!!

[@Charlie_YS]

I love XV Crosstek Subaru 😎😎👍

[@jhillyt]

Sounds good!

[@marksphotoperry356]

I hope you have some Advil in your car !

[@kirkniese]

Thanks so much, man! Currently own a 2019 WRX whose sound and performance I love but I am missing the space and flexibility of my old hatchback. Thinking about bolting a Nameless onto a 2020 Crosstrek is REALLY appealing. Any regrets about your Crosstrek besides the often complained about lack of power? When I test drove one it was just a hoot and handled really well for what it is. Best to you!

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I love mine! I would like more power, and I’m tempted to trade up for the 2021 that’ll have more power. I have no regrets! It’s a fantastic car.

[@kirkniese]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Thanks man. Great videos, by the way. I appreciate your keeping it real approach. No ego, just straight up car talk. Keep up the good work. I'd be tempted to for the 2021 2.5 sport if it came in a manual transmission but it looks like it might CVT only. Again, thanks for your reply!

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Kirk Niese yeah I’ve heard cvt only, and while I like a manual trans, the cvt is great on gas and off road.

[@kirkniese]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Very true on both counts. Thanks again!

[@DIYManiacJohnP]

Performance > Sound.... wonder if the loss of back pressure has actually hurt overal performance. Any insights?

[@louisvilaros9066]

Great video

[@maxyuhas2631]

Ayyyyy Minnesota my boi

[@elbrujo1969]

You should leave the car Mufflerless as in video time: 7:54. That should give you some quite interesting Engine sound. And everyone will now welcome you in the CLub!

[@Align700nitro]

And also a quite interesting looking rear bumper cover too.

[@GFLCB]

Coulda just used oil from your dip stick or any kind of grease laying around the garage.

[@trekcrossca1587]

Nice trek man

[@thebentleycobb.music2240]

Any issues with computer and possible losing horse power? Fuel sensors get messed up when we do this....

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I haven’t had any issues, no loss of power, no lights or error codes.

[@lukekilah6257]

It’s a muffler delete, not a full straight pipe from the headers. Use a little commonsense, you’ll answer your own questions

[@KevinWPruitt]

Did you have any trouble loosening the flange bolts? Mine are SERIOUSLY tight to the point I put all my weight on the wrench and can't get them to turn! Even after WD-40...great video and glad to see this out there!

[@mikeodonnell5476]

They were tough but I was able to do it laying down. What year is yours? Maybe put some heat on them.

[@KevinWPruitt]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Thanks a million for the reply - I have a 2019, absolutely going to apply heat next - WD-40 didnt seem to help at all!

[@raychungmusic]

Same issue here. Have you tried using an impact wrench? Were you able to get it off using heat?

[@KevinWPruitt]

@@raychungmusic Hey Raymond - I wound up taking my Crosstrek to a garage with a lift so they could reach it much more easily with the proper tools. I didn't want to stip the bolts so I gave up and left it to the pros!

[@tenofdiamonds6440]

I had this same problem with my 2019 Forester. I basically had to use two socket wrenches (one on each side) and then turn each in opposite directions and it worked. It was a bitch, though.

[@Stevemb-ts3bk]

No muffler will that pass emission control test??

[@jixxyjm]

I tried putting on the gasket that came with it but it was leaking continuously. Maybe it was not tight enough. So I tried using the factory gasket itself and the leaking stops. I don’t know if I’m doing the correct way

[@ironman1518.]

What performance and mileage differences have you noticed with the new exhaust?

[@kengvang1330]

Debating if I want to get this for my 2018 Crosstrek 6SPD Crystal White pearl. I'm from Minnesota too.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I would get the version with resonator

[@kengvang1330]

@@mikeodonnell5476 did you ever sold this exhaust or you still have it? Just wondering.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

@@kengvang1330 yeah I sold it and the car a while ago

[@BrianCookSymbios]

Guess I should have read your answer to that question down in the comments before I asked the same thing 😬

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

Did you gain any benefit beside just making it sound good. ? Like the reflector sticker.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

No gain as far as I can tell, just sounds better.

[@thebentleycobb.music2240]

My local shop will do a straight pipe for $60.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Ok, that’s definitely an option. I like the design of the nameless and think it sounds great. But saving money is never bad, unless the workmanship isn’t good.

[@iamtheman502]

Looking at getting a crosstrek what’s the overall consensus and my biggest issue is headgaskets.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I’ve never heard of an issue with head gaskets in a trek. I think they’re only an issue in turbo models. I’ve had mine for 2 years and 50k miles, and still love it! It’s a fantastic car for what I need/want.

[@cptnheinrik]

The fb series motors no longer have head gasket issues

[@TheVinzzz_13]

They make a tool for the hangers. And also you think this will be louder than my borla muffler?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I can’t imagine it would be if the borla is also a muffler delete. If yours has a resonator then yes it will be louder.

[@TheVinzzz_13]

@@mikeodonnell5476 the borla I have is a muffler not a muffler delete so I'm assuming this will be a little louder

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Yes it’ll be louder then. It’s not terribly loud, but loud enough and does drone on the highway

[@VictorCastillo-xu4eu]

Great vid, question: How did you align the tow hook? was just chance or did you have to do something to it? Mine when tight is completely horizontal and can't mount my red hook properly. Thanks

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I took washers and ground them down to the right outside diameter and used them as spacers till I could get the ring to point to the 4 or 5 o’clock position, then cranked it tight till it was straight. You could probably also get the same effect using some steel tubing to create a sleeve, and test the length till you have it straight and the depth is good.

[@Hanger995]

Do you think I can use this if I have a trailer hitch?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I believe so, but nameless should have more info on their site

[@surjadi78]

where did you get the XV mountain rear reflectors? its awesome!

[@mikeodonnell5476]

My buddy made them for me, here’s a link to his eBay store. I don’t think he’s got these on there but he can still do them www.ebay.com/str/stickerbag

[@chriskorner]

Did u have trouble at all loosen up the bolts? Mine is so tight from the factory that I couldn’t get them off. Just see if u had trouble with it

[@mikeodonnell5476]

They were tight but I was able to get them off. Yours might require some heat from a torch to get them loose.

[@collinguest8783]

Borla makes an exhaust for the crosstrek

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Ok

[@thebentleycobb.music2240]

Evening, just got a 2020 Crosstrek LIMITED. I traded in my 2017 Jeep Renegade Trialhawk. I took the exhaust off and just did a straight pipe. Thoughts about doing this to the Crosstrek vs buying a whole new exhaust?

[@thebentleycobb.music2240]

Just took the MUFFLER off and did a straight pile to end - sorry.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I’ve seen plenty of people do this as well, if it sounds good then go for it.

[@josebust]

cvt, do you have the option of manual changes?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Yeah you can put it in manual mode, I rarely do though

[@josebust]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Thank you

[@chandaman06]

Did you remove the factory gasket? Or put the gasket that's included over the factory one

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Remove the factory gasket and replaced with the one that came with it.

[@1fastcat243]

Does anyone know if this exhaust will work with a trailer hitch installed?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I’m not sure but I’d imagine it’ll fit anything that fits the factory exhaust

[@1fastcat243]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Right on. Thank you for the response man

[@corybrooker1007]

1fastcat243 I had to grind down the exhaust hangars like a centimeter or so on both because the hitch was in the way. After that it’s nice and snug.

[@steedsful]

Do you still have this exhaust ? How was your thoughts for for drone sound and noise after owning a while ?

[@rambolambo007]

My question as well

[@BrianCookSymbios]

Thanks man!!! I want that ! 😊 will this do anything to the car’s warranty?

[@subieguy2075]

Brian Cook Symbios no unless you alternate the catalytic converters/header it shouldn’t.

[@josephrandazzo7122]

Have you noticed a difference in gas mileage ?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Nope not at all.

[@paytonbakotich2148]

Any idea if this would work with a 2013 cross trek?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

They do make a version for that generation. I believe there’s a 2013-2017 and a 2018+

[@asphaltwarrior1]

Where did you get the clevis from

[@mikeodonnell5476]

From Amazon, they have a bunch of colors and they come in a 2 pack.

[@DreamCaster180]

Do you need to do any type of tuning for the mapping after this?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Not as far as I know, I certainly don’t and haven’t had any issues

[@gabdel6741]

Do you have de mesuration of the exhaut

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I don’t and don’t own the car anymore

[@jadenlong6]

What is the exhaust called? And what website do you go to buy it ?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Link is in the description. Also they have a new quad tip version that I now have on, and I have a similar video of that as well.

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

Curious how heavy that factory muffler?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

There’s a pretty big weight difference between the 2, but probably not enough to make a difference in mileage or power.

[@1godgodgodgodgod]

it is like 40 pounds

[@williampierce5615]

Why not have a pipe that comes out the drivers side.. I will make my own.

[@phatdad5444]

Does this void warranty?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Not as far as I know, and it comes on and off in a few minutes.

[@camerongiuliano3504]

dopeeee

[@raulvargas6575]

How can it be nameless if Nameless is the name?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

It’s kinda like no name steaks, but louder.

[@constructapex2021]

When are you finishing the upper shin/knee tattoo hahaha thats exactly how mine looks its all the linework no shading cuz im stalling on my artist hahaha

[@mikeodonnell5476]

😂😂 well I finally got color on the calf, the knee will be a bit. It’s been like that for maybe 10 years. My brother is a tattoo artist but doesn’t live close.

[@jonahjavahery4245]

what sun glasses are you wearing

[@mikeodonnell5476]

They’re $25 sunglasses from target 😂 but I really like them.

[@tenofdiamonds6440]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Man, Target has the best $25 sunglasses around. Ha ha! I just got a cheap pair there the other day. I lose them constantly so... for $25 I can deal with it.

[@pewwbz9647]

I took mine off it was too loud. Might weld a cherry bomb on it.

[@1godgodgodgodgod]

the droning.. i extended it out from under the car

[@pewwbz9647]

@@1godgodgodgodgod that's a good idea. Did you weld longer bars?

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

Weld a vibrant ultra quiet resonator onto it. It’s kind of in between a muffler and a resonator in terms of sound deadening and is my go to

[@swampssa]

Props to the Atlimas

[@mikeodonnell5476]

I love em man! Got multicam and od jungle high tops

[@cookiezr4milk429]

I wonder what it would sound like on my manual, i usually sit at about 2k

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Would sound better accelerating I’m sure

[@anthonyjulson8840]

A little raspy, but it's not horrible.

[@svizzero1983]

It’s 1.6 or 2.0 liter?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

2.0

[@svizzero1983]

Thanks

[@nickknee3515]

Don't sound like a Subaru though. AVO has a whole header back exhaust that has that chunky real Subie sound.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

It definitely could benefit from uel headers

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Check out the newer version I just installed, my most recent video

[@antalegre]

Have you experienced any issues with the nameless exhaust melting the bumper?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Nope but I haven’t looked underneath recently either

[@antalegre]

@@mikeodonnell5476 Awesome, thanks for the response! Also would you say it would be necessary to purchase the exhaust hanger bushings as well?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Nope, I just used the factory ones and they worked fine

[@antalegre]

Sasquatch Mountain Tactical Do you know if this mod will void any warranties?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Anthony Ignacio I really doubt it, and it’s easy to put the oem exhaust back on.

[@tamaraceciliarojascampos5384]

1.6 o 2.0?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

2.0

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

Did you gain hp or did your car breathe a little better? Thinking about changing my crossteck muffler as well.

[@sebastiankvyat3915]

I'd be pretty small difference for a axle back. Maby a few hp but I really doubt you would notice it plus any exhaust that adds more then 5% of factory output will void your suberu engine drivetrain warranty.

[@josebust]

Cvt??

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Yeah

[@frankcastle9648]

would sound nice if it was a manual

[@Brian-hd8pk]

Why?

[@Looking-great]

Ummm is that a red sti sticker on the car? Sheeesh, how embarrassing.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

It says SLO, how embarrassing indeed

[@1godgodgodgodgod]

listen kids. google glasspak on cross trek on youtube. take glasspak to exhaust place tell them to put where your muffler is and there ya go.

[@mikeodonnell5476]

Or you could just order a pre made version guaranteed to fit and look/sound nice. To each their own 🤷‍♂️

[@Mangiomolto]

Why men always want to re-do things? this one is kind of awkward! if the manufacturer placed a catalysator in there it must be for a good reason! you can't just take stuff out because you decided that morning you didn't like it. Right?

[@mikeodonnell5476]

You definitely can, and I did.

[@DarthGengarus]

Cat is still there I believe, if I’m correct this is basically like a slip on the cat is closer to the engine lol.

[@whoawoahh]

Did this come with a rubber gasket or flange? I installed mine but I don’t think mine has one

[@mikeodonnell5476]

It came with a metal(or whatever they’re made of) gasket similar to the factory one. I’m sure it’s just a standard exhaust gasket.