Torq Master Locker Install 2006 Subaru Forester (Full Process Including Diff Removal)

[@trashgarbageoffroad]

Damn this is one of the best videos I've seen on the overall installation process. Most people leave out the diff removal and I appreciated your parts list.

[@outbacktrekking3713]

This has to be one the most detailed videos on Torq lockers. I even went looking for Subaru Torq locker install videos and yours didnt even show up. Thats just criminal the way the algorithm short changed you. Im just happy it popped up on a randon feed. Im glad to see this video. Im planning an upgrade on my '96 outback in march. Pulling the cheap chinese aluminum 2" lift and installing ADF lift, King springs and Torq Locker. I thought i had them ready to go, but i see now i should order the gaskets and other small parts to be completely ready. There's a lot of fun trails on the Olympic Peninsula and im planning a lot hitting a lot of them this summer and fall. Give me shout if you head out to the OlyPen!

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

Thanks for the kind words!! I'm not super active on KZbin, so the algorithm is probably not too sure what to do with me. But I do write about a lot of my mods and off-roading on the liftedimports.com website! You're always welcome to pop in there as well or submit an idea for an article. Glad to hear you're giving the OB some love! I definitely wouldn't shy away from ordering parts and gaskets just in case! Most stuff can be returned if not needed when still in original packaging. Hit me up if you run into any questions during the process. I have a pretty short term memory but would be happy to help if I can remember details. I'd love to take one of the rigs up North! I'm over in East Oregon now but used to be in the PDX area. You gonna be at the Oregon trail rally this May?? It's absolutely worth the drive.

[@outbacktrekking3713]

@@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216 Haven't heard of the Oregon Trail Rally. I'll look it up. Thanks!

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

@@outbacktrekking3713 you should come out for sure! I always hit the dufur stages to spectate. Travis pastrana is returning to the ARA this year🤘

[@HomebrewSubaru]

Perfect video for people to use for reference on their own install. I really like what I've seen and heard about these lockers. I will eventually get one, they're the best function for the value. I would like to see how it works in the snow and hear your opinion. How controllable it is on short slicks of ice. Would be a very interesting vid. Going to shout your channel soon and hopefully send some like minded people this way.

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

Man thank you so much for the kind words! I'm going to use the written article updated on the Lifted Imports website as my experience evolves. But I actually foresee the locker giving me additional control in snow and ice. With the limited slip, I didn't have immediate lockup. I can't wait to get it out with the locker! 😃😃

[@forester_overland_nz]

Thanks for creating the video. How does the locker behave when driving on a uphill road?

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

Happy to help! Do you mean like just driving on uphill pavement roads? My home is actually situated on somewhat of a hill and there is really no effect at all in regards to the locker. I've heard people say some odd things about how these lockers alter the driving experience. But I really haven't noticed any negative things at all. It occasionally pops during certain low speed turns. And you can hear it click at low speeds. But once I'm out at regular speeds I forget it's even there. Let me know if you have specific questions!

[@forester_overland_nz]

@@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216 Heya. I am in a similar situation. I have at the locker and an extra rear diff. My location in New Zealand have a lot of uphill and winding roads, I understand applying throttle will lock the locker even when turning so it won't ratchet. That's the bit I'm worried about. I guess I just have to install it and find out for myself.

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

@@forester_overland_nz okay I understand your question now! I wouldn't worry about it at all. Yes it's designed to lock driver's and passenger side axles together when throttle is applied. But even in the snow, I didn't experience any issue with the back end kicking out in the turns. I would however recommend that you drive conservatively if the weather is bad. I personally try to Coast through most turns or at least apply light throttle. But again, you almost don't even know that it's there. The tires don't chirp when you're at regular speeds in wider turns. Overall, I couldn't be happier with this locker. I was so impressed with it that I actually bought another one for my jeep 😅😅

[@forester_overland_nz]

@@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216I'll make a video once I got it installed on my spare diff. Looking forward to see more videos of your Foz on the trails.

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

@@forester_overland_nz heck yeah! Keep us updated! Subscribed🤙 Stoked to watch your build.

[@bluegizmo1983]

Was the rear diff original an open diff or LSD? Im just curious if this install will be different on an SG Forester XT, which has an LSD rear diff... Also, I heard you have to change your driving style with an auto locker, is that true? Specifically, that you have to get use to coasting through turns because if you gas it through a turn the locker will engage, causing a jolt and possibly crash because the car will suddenly understeer like crazy due to the rear tires being locked together and pushing forward under power... so no spirited road driving and fast cornering from time to time?

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

My original diff was an open diff, then I swapped it out for an LSD, then I decided to buy the locker. So I just put it in my original open diff. But yes you'll want to source an open diff to use for the locker. Which shouldn't be too hard! You do want to change your driving style, but not nearly as much as people seem to think and it's mainly for comfort reasons. I actually hammered the throttle through a turn recently to see if the tires would chirp or anything. Didn't feel much. But I drive mainly off-road and it's not a fast car at all😅 I would personally just avoid any spirited driving in the snow or in other situations that may pose a risk. But that hasn't been my experience so far. I also own a Torq locker in one of my jeeps and it also handles great even in rwd with the locker. I think the concerns people will tell you about are blown out of proportion in most cases.

[@martinmuldoon603]

I'm considering buying an outback but I'm put of by the real offload performance of the standard outback, even the newer ones that brake a slipping wheel to transfer torque to wheel with a grip, in my opinion that's not much use as the wheel with grip will drive at 2x normal speed or double gear ratio will will cause engine stall. LSD or lock up differ is a much better method.

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

@@martinmuldoon603 yeah I think a lot of the stuff that used to be mechanically achieved is now done electronically. I agree with you, I think a limited slip or a locker is far superior in almost every way for off-road use. The only downside I can think of is people not liking the sound from the locker during daily driving. But other than that it's fully worth it in my opinion