The Subaru Baja Overland rig you didn't ask for.

This is a video you didn't ask for... but you needed. This is a 2005 Subaru Baja Turbo that I turned into a light overland rig. It is built for my solo camping needs when on the road.
Over the coming weeks you will see videos coming out going into deep detail about the build as well as some solo trips. Stay tuned!
Thanks to Exo Overland for building my custom roof rack (available soon) and thanks to Dechristopher Media for helping me film this one!
#subaru #baja #subarubaja

[@OutboundIntent]

Where should I take this thing for some sick experiences?

[@DnDSeekingAdventure]

Land between the lakes in western kentucky.

[@hunterlabbe6668]

You should consider the 100 Mile wilderness in Maine, it’s one of the most beautiful places in the world.

[@GomOutdoors]

Good job Dad for providing guidance on the Baja build! I see from your other videos you have been to Dolly Sods in Tucker County. For light overlanding, I'd suggest forest roads near Canaan Valley (Davis) West Virginia. There are dispersed camping areas along Canaan Loop Road off of Rte 32 just a couple of miles south of Davis, WV. Enter Canaan loop Rd from the top of the mountain just outside of Davis on 32. Don't drive the full loop of Canaan Loop road - it is too rocky near Blackwater falls park side - stay near the Rte 32 side. Also Whitmer Rd south of Harman, WV. This is a long road that navigates uphill for about 10 miles along Gandy creek and eventually leads to Spruce Knob lake. A very scenic drive and has dispersed camping along Whitmer Rd near the creek. Any campgrounds near Spruce knob are great too.

[@bajawrxrs]

I second Maine. Perfect for what you'd like to do

[@joshuanrjeganathan1869]

Hi OutboundIntent, where did you buy your Headlights from?

[@HypedOUT]

Cant believe this video doesn't have a million views. The whole video is amazing and feels like an awesome commercial for the baja haha.

[@benjaminhilsdon2238]

He called the Baja hideous. Smh. 0/10

[@frankbutterworth4257]

huh....australia needs this car. i've never bought a new car but I would buy this, mind you i am a big fan of subaru, loved the brat and the leone.

[@SpritestCranbery]

Such a solid Build man! Off Road builds like yours deserve more recognition. Keep up the great work!

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey thank you man! More to come for sure

[@ginnyalyias8103]

@@OutboundIntentjust curious, can you put a hybrid engine into an 05 Baja turbo? sorry meant is it possible not? Can you these vehicles are going for Keep at the Texas market

[@unkwnfella4849]

This is exactly what I asked for. I’ve been looking at Baja for years now thinking about building something like this, but wasn’t sure if it was possible/practical. Now that I see live example, i can proceed with my dream. Thank you 🙏

[@OutboundIntent]

Glad you found it man! Were you able to find a Baja?

[@unkwnfella4849]

@@OutboundIntent not as of this moment, but I see listings here and there

[@Bajass00]

I enjoyed every second of this video ! So happy to see a Baja brought back to life and turned into something so much more ! I have had my 2003 Baja since 2005. I have done quite a bit to it over the years but with kids, school and house projects it has been on the back burner for a long time now. So happy to see a video like this 👍👍

[@OutboundIntent]

That’s awesome dude! Glad you enjoyed as well, I still have more to do on it 👊🏼

[@ryanlwlr]

Reminds me of my nissan titan another underrated vehicle. My girlfriend and I lived out of it for 3 months going cross country exploring as many national parks as possible and camping everynight . Lots of good memories, you dont need anything special we just had a ground tent, just get out there and do it!

[@OutboundIntent]

Dude that is awesome! That is truly what it’s about, getting out there and doing it 👊🏼

[@benjaminhilsdon2238]

Got an 06 Turbo MT myself, looking to slowly put some work into it to make it more and more overland capable. Pretty good just stock for some one day dirt road explorations. Nice ride!

[@smokeyandtheboxer231]

Can’t love this video enough! I’m also in PA and am currently building a 2004 Forester overland vehicle. This video is so on point with all my reasons for building it! It’s like I was watching myself! I’ll definitely be following along on your adventures.

[@daewonshaun1]

Insane build man. Love the way you fab'd the rooftop tent with the shop. Definitely look up "Moab easy offroading" and come out to Utah my dude! There's a spot called sand hollow where you camp on the beach too. Southern utah would be a playground for this thing!

[@Yoshi19453]

Hey man, I’ve been waiting to watch this video for the last 6 months. I decided it wasn’t the right time. I had the time to watch the video. Yes. But yet I saved it. And I don’t know why I did. But I did. I have been a Baja kid growing up in rural Alaska since I first saw one in 2010. And I wanted one so bad. But one never came available when it was time for me to get my first car. I go to college in 21’ and I’m in Maine with a 03 Tacoma and I see one come up on marketplace. 5 speed obsidian black pearl. I fall in love and sell the truck and buy the Baja. That’s when the adventure started. And I have had this vision of using it for overlanding in the backcountry of Alaska, and going on adventures and exploring the wilderness. The one place I feel at home. And my dream for my Baja is similar to the way yours looks. Less of the sap story, but I love your rig, and I mean every part of what I said there. I love your rig. And I’d love to get in touch so I can ask some questions about the rack you went with, and the camper topper, and all of that. Thank you for making this video. Really makes me happy. -Calvin Anderson.

[@OutboundIntent]

Love the story man thanks for sharing! Shoot me a dm on instagram (@outboundintent) and we can chat 👊

[@reblliouspear]

Great shots and color grading, loved the editing! Wish they'd revamp the baja for the modern market, these things are sick! If I could get one of these with their updated 2.4l turbo rather than their underpowered boxer 4 Id be all in. I am in the market for a new vehicle and the baja is a dream car of mine but sadly they're just not practical for a daily driver for me given its age. Next best thing seems to be the maverick truck-let. Nowhere near as much style as the baja but much more practical as onroad/soft-road. Looking forward to decking one out for similar adventures.

[@TheKaffin8ed]

Rig looks fantastic.

[@dq7143]

You make Subaru proud.

[@OutboundIntent]

I hope not

[@FtsTexx]

Love my Baja!! It's 06 Sport, N/A and automatic, but it's so funky and obscure. Also did the ADF 2" Lift on mine. Custom bed rack with hopes of a RTT over the bed someday. This build is definitely inspiring. Keep at it, and I can't wait to see what's in store.

[@OutboundIntent]

Right on man! Thanks for watching

[@cormacsage7126]

Nostalgic uniquely Cute Love it

[@isabellamacdonald1048]

Baja deserves more hype

[@OutboundIntent]

Means a ton!

[@ThePhotoDept]

Sick build. Great video.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you, got some more on the Baja coming soon

[@ambienteterrazas]

Congrats dude, that is an awesome build, hope you get plenty of new adventures and experiences with it, enjoy!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! I am excited to explore with this thing while I have it

[@EricSable]

Hey man! Great build, looks to be a super great adventure rig :) I wanted to tell you that your production value is incredible in this video! Just subbed so I'll check out some more of your stuff soon but I really feel like if you keep up this kind of videography and voice over, your channel is sure to grow! Hopefully I'll see you out there 🌲⛰️

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks man that means a ton! Excited to keep adventuring and making videos

[@Tsujin_Cham_Shi]

Sweet build bro! I wanna build one just like yours! Thank you for sharing this.

[@OutboundIntent]

Great to hear man, best of luck! Thank you 👊🏼

[@777ynk]

This rig is freaking tough bro

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you!

[@RoamWithRajesh]

Bro this one has got has insane modifications. You got tremendous patience to finish this project. Salute to you!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Definitely was a test of patience and skill but I’m glad I went through it! Thank you 👊🏼

[@jeffspastime6004]

Just found your video. All I can say is awesome build! Hopefully it will take you everywhere you want to go. Can’t wait to get caught up on your content.

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey thanks man! I am excited to keep using it

[@fozzy_che]

Sick overland project

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you 👊

[@johnsnake3467]

Beautiful build. Well done. Enjoy your adventures.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! It’s been a good journey so far

[@cocafan33]

Awesome build. Thanks for keeping a Baja on the road

[@bajawrxrs]

Absolute goals for mine

[@radgrand]

Great example of a Baja build out, and all the quirks with it, Great job! I had to sell mine, o6 atlantic blue with AT, it was just Too rusty underneath and had 260k on the original engine. The turbo is the one to find, I would buy a Turbo outback of that Gen if it came around, cheers

[@chadkinson]

Very nice..Just got me one.. please tell me you made some vids on the roof rack build.. Definitely want this on mine..

[@OutboundIntent]

Sick man! Videos are in progress on it so they will be ready for when the rack is ready to be sold publicly

[@jblueskull]

Dang that is freaking awesome

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! It is definitely a work in progress haha

[@MG-Makes]

Awesome build! Been turning my 2006 Outback 3.0 into a very similar light overlanding rig, but I also daily drive it so modifications are mild. 1in lift, king springs, Falken Wildpeak tires, custom roof rack, easily removable roof top tent, overall I absolutely love my little Subaru for all sorts of adventures. Can't wait to see more of this rig! If you're ever in the Oregon area for PNW Subie Fest or anything else hit me up I'd love to see the rig in person!

[@OutboundIntent]

Man that sounds awesome! What RTT are you running?

[@MG-Makes]

@@OutboundIntent got an older Yakima Skyrise. It's not the best for the winter weather and is a little on the bulkier size, but it only weighs 85lbs and has the quick release mounts so I can mount it myself for weekend trips.

[@dechristophermedia]

This project was so much fun to film and the finished product came out awesome

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks again for giving me a hand with the shots dude, couldn't have gotten them alone!

[@NorthWesternVapes]

Absolutely love it dude! In the process of Rebuilding a 1st gen Forster, after my 3rd gen was totaled! Was this filmed at Bald Eagle State Park?

[@OutboundIntent]

That's sick, love the first gens! Yup filmed 80% of this at Bald Eagle State Forest

[@jonconover1550]

great video bud

[@bu6jon]

God this thing is so fucking cool

[@OutboundIntent]

Glad you like haha

[@squirrellordsgaming2772]

What a wonderful presentation. It’s very inspirational. Thank you.😊

[@negotiatewithleverage4763]

This is so sick, man. Good for you taking an oddball and making it yours. Even tho you had some crazy experiences on the build, you're absolutely getting an education. Happy to hear Dad came through on that as well. Great videography, btw.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! It definitely forced me to learn a lot and that I am grateful for!

[@777ynk]

That topo graphic on your dash is SICK

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks man haha it was a last minute idea I had to make them look better than they did.

[@777ynk]

@@OutboundIntent where’d you get them?

[@OutboundIntent]

@777ynk check out this video… HYDRODIP your Interior kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6apZXaErraInc0 I go into the process and what I used to make it happen.

[@doghousexpeditions]

@subaru needs to see what you did here and bring back the Baja! While they're at it, in manual :D Well done on this build. Definitely one of a kind.

[@OutboundIntent]

Get me in contact with them, and we can make it happen haha

[@jamesray3920]

Building a overlanding vehicle can be any vehicle you choose but also depending on what you are doing offroad nice build

[@OutboundIntent]

Couldn't have said it better myself. Getting out and exploring is the important part

[@xBlindFire101]

This video was really well done. Videography was phenomenal. Love the build! Best looking Baja I know of. Been following you since you did the ADF lift as for that video helped me install mine on my 03. Looking forward to seeing where you take this thing!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you for watching 👊 Glad that video was helpful to you

[@MikesToolShed]

That's a pretty sick rig. I had a few subis of this generation. They were such fun cars (before they hit 150k miles).

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you sir! Yeah haha I could see why... this thing was rusted out and I had to replace a lot of components that wore out.

[@gg-ib9ur]

I love it great choice great car great job

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you!

[@joeponder9668]

Big dog, I’ve got a ford expedition spec’d out with more room to bring more “sh!t” than any one needs camping. Just came back from Cohutta in GA, to Florida and on the unpacking/cleaning now I have this urge to downsize big time! Roof top tent which I have “nature nest” and battery pack, grill of sorts and a fridge and let’s roll!!! Just got to get out there is all!!!!

[@draginfiregl]

Absolutely amazing work. I love what you have done. Most of all you didn’t give up and now have this great Baja. I have owned my 2005 baja turbo since 07. Love that damn thing. Look forward to even more content. Thank you for sharing. Carry on with the baja shenanigans!!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you my man! They are fun little vehicles that is for sure!

[@Mgoblue2486]

This thing is BA! Soobys just have a second kind of cool few vehicles have imo.

[@keithcroshaw]

Finally got around to watching this, it's been on my list for a while. Love the build. It looks really cool and unique. Sounds awesome too. My greediness would have made one requirement to be a fully enclosed bed to maximize packing space, but I'm sure there's already weight issues that maybe the new suspension fixes?

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching man! So weight is definitely a consideration even with my stiffened springs and lift. Without the suspension modifications I wouldn’t be able to carry everything that is on it now. I still need to make a few tweaks to make it perfect

[@PulpFreeOJ]

Great content and great build. I have always wanted a Subaru Baja and might bite the bullet later since I just got a 2012 4Runner to mod for overlanding. Keep it up!

[@volodymyrmelnichuk2353]

wow. thanks for so professional video. good job!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks for watching!

[@L47-k2v]

Love this set up!!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you!

[@bmc_rc6212]

Sweet build dude! That looks epic! I've got a 2010 outback I'm turning into a light overland/weekend adventure too.

[@OutboundIntent]

Thanks man, that’s gonna be epic!

[@bmc_rc6212]

@@OutboundIntent yeah I'm excited!

[@endlesscamp22]

Hey, i think it was probably not the most bad idea ever. It is a really cool rig, even if i will probably never get why you would choose an pick up design rather than a station wagon. Isn´t there less storage space than in the outback cause of its limited height? Just thinking, keep going with adventures, a lot of people would love more roadtrip content like on "softroading the west."Greetings from Germany!

[@OutboundIntent]

Haha thanks man, I honestly did it because I have never seen it done before. I wanted to challenge myself to build something unique! There is technically less storage space but I make it work haha

[@Thergood]

Love the build man. Glad you can finally use it. I'm in PA as well, spent a lot of time the State Forests and PA Wilds this year. Just did a week in Vermont. HiGHLY recommended if you're into the outdoors, food, and beer, haha.

[@OutboundIntent]

Nice! What is your favorite PA state forest? I am a huge fan on Vermont, NH and ME for camping! I can't wait to head back to that area.

[@Thergood]

@@OutboundIntent Tuscarora is great, Moshannon and the Quehanna Wild Area are up there too. I also love fly fishing White Deer Creek in Bald Eagle State Forest. Some great sites right along the Fly Fishing only section of the creek.

[@OutboundIntent]

Great areas! I need to spend more time in Moshannon for sure!

[@chipsdubbo5.56]

I love the OD green. That is honestly my dream baja build. Curious if you've ever calculated mpg?

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! MPG rn is almost 18 highway and 16.5 city… now besides the weight on it, it is still running a bit rich so I’m figuring that out as well

[@Nardiumms]

Nice!!!

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you 👊

[@zimmejoc]

You mentioned a two inch lift, but even with that, the tires look really snug in the wheel well. Are you having any rubbing issues? I just discovered your channel, now I am going to go look to see if there is a build series. I want to see the technical decisions and the way you built and put this thing together.

[@OutboundIntent]

Yes! I am having slight rubbing issues but not where you would expect, I discuss it in a video I am posting this upcoming Sunday

[@zimmejoc]

@@OutboundIntent Awesome! I'm looking forward to it. I drive a manual Forester. Wouldn't own a Subie without a clutch.

[@OutboundIntent]

@zimmejoc agreed! I Love manual subies

[@aarona8709]

Absolutely love these

[@MrGusto-ch3wc]

So cool

[@nathansterrett3054]

just need a little taller/stiffer springs in the back or maybe saggy but spacer.

[@carterbailey2084]

So the rack system will be available soon? I have a 05 Baja turbo manual just like yours and would love to build something like this. This is the type video I’ve been waiting for.

[@OutboundIntent]

Yes! The rack is done and ready for launch, just waiting on logistics for production and shipping as well as making an install video to make the install process easier.

[@atvridingtrail]

Merci mec 👍

[@wanderingwilly]

I’m really interested in the bed rack and roof rack you have for my 2003 Subaru Baja. Can you tell me the manufacturer or where I can purchase the pieces you have in the video?

[@OutboundIntent]

Hey man so this was custom made by a company called Exo Overland that is about to launch. Keep an eye on my page and I will announce when this rack is ready to buy!

[@JTucker010]

This is an amazing video I love my 05 turbo auto. They're great trucks. Whats your exhaust setup? I saw it was dual?

[@OutboundIntent]

Thank you! I will go more in depth on next week's video but it is essentially a Y with a cutout where when opened it allows it to go through a Borla XRP1 muffler that is straight through and sounds really nice.

[@JTucker010]

@@OutboundIntent looking forward to it!

[@smokeweedaily]

The sound of that engine doesn't sound like a turbo 4-cylinder, it sounds like a V8! Then I saw it looks like you have a dual exhaust system installed so that might explain the noise difference. Unless, did you do an engine swap?

[@OutboundIntent]

Yup! Check out my video on the build (about 3 videos back) and I explain my cutout system

[@richardlewis2290]

Can't seem to find a listing anywhere for Exo Overland Baja Rack. Can you please help me find that?

[@OutboundIntent]

Site is still being built, product should be ready soon

[@JimR26]

did yours come with the bed cover? the one im buying doesnt have one and wanna know where to look

[@OutboundIntent]

Yeah fortunately it did, so I am not 100% sure on where it came from

[@l.e.miller1208]

Car looks great. How did you repair the rusted out fenders? I'm in the process of doing that myself.

[@OutboundIntent]

Yup repaired the fenders as well as the rear quarters and door jams! Not a fun task so I get it...

[@wheelinandreeling]

I'm gonna buy a Baja with 300000 miles on it

[@OutboundIntent]

Nice! Gotta keep them alive!

[@k.c.b.7508]

Ditch the turbo, supercharge it! get more off road torque!

[@mitchellthurner5980]

Hey what lights did you put on there?

[@OutboundIntent]

Put on a bunch of Diode Dynamics lights! I have a video coming out this Sunday going over the whole build and the names of the lights will be in there.

[@joemonk2291]

Where’d you get the tonneau cover?

[@carlosojeda341]

What lighter do you use at 6:22

[@abioyeamadi4233]

Where can I get the rack??

[@charliecrowe6606]

WE are going to sell our Baja. Having second thoughts now

[@OutboundIntent]

Time to make it a camping vehicle?

[@charliecrowe6606]

@@OutboundIntent maybe. Here in LA (lower Alabama) the application would be different but this could be a great small deer truck in fall and a beach truck in summer. Do you have a video about the bed build out? Tailgate camping is the best.

[@OutboundIntent]

@charliecrowe6606 funny you ask… just filmed a really simple video about the bed build out and was debating about even posting it. Sounds like I will! I just talk about how the bed is set up and what I bring camping in it

[@whendarknessfalls6969]

I asked for and wand a Baja

[@winter4953]

bingo

[@islampolo4532]

На природу поехал консерванты жрать😀😀

[@hot9943]

outback is more gorgius

[@OutboundIntent]

But is it more gorgeous?

[@hot9943]

@@OutboundIntent looks like shit but this car gave me a lot of emotion in easey mode offroud

[@WSWC_]

Having fuck you money must be crazy

[@rythmicwarrior]

You didn't talk about the build at all. This video was nothing more than a glorified cooking show. Hey, check out my mobile kitchen. Come with me while I find a dirt road to pull over and cook alongside. Really dude? You've built a cool ass rig. Tell us about it and walk us through your experience building it. Dont try to capitalize on the obsession with cooking out in the woods, that most of the outdoor content creators have turned to.

[@OutboundIntent]

Look at the video after this one…

[@stardustjustlikeyou]

good ol white people tacos.

[@OutboundIntent]

So who are tacos for?

[@stardustjustlikeyou]

@OutboundIntent Everyone! There is no question that white people tacos are different than mexican tacos, though. A single flour tortilla with ground beef and taco seasoning and onion tomato sour cream lettuce, etc. Is very very different than a double corn tortilla filled with al pastor and cilantro & onion. Both are good, but they are not the same.

[@bradguevara2262]

Couldn’t afford a real truck

[@mitchellthurner5980]

Me neither

[@OutboundIntent]

That's crazzzzzyyyyy

[@the_lancaster_libertarian]

Have you seen truck prices lately?! You cant even afford fake trucks!

[@AlexDenton0451]

Bro I think this build costs more than a normal ass truck would lol.

[@c-martz2846]

I have been a proud owner of a T-Baja since 2007 and over 200k and loved every drive. From modding and lifting like yours, it’s been a fun ride and I wished i had recorded along the way. NASOIC was and always the go to place for inspiration and knowledge building. Congrats and welcome to the love -hate relationship with a vehicle that keeps you than keeping it.🫡🫡🫡

[@OutboundIntent]

Nice man! Love to see other lifted Bajas 🔥 Ill have to check them out for sure! Yeah it sure was a journey and I am sure it will continue to be.