How To Off-Road In A Subaru: Tips From A Veteran Subaru Owner
In this episode, I’m joined by John from Subaru Off-Road Adventures, and this one is full of good real-world Subaru experience.
We get into why John stopped wheeling his newer Forester and built an SG Forester strictly for off-road use, what mods actually made a difference, and where Subarus realistically start to show their limits. We talk lift kits, CV axles, center diffs, rear lockers, and why more lift isn’t always better.
John also shares some solid tire experience with Wildpeak AT Trails, Maxxis ATs, and why tire choice matters more than people think.
We cover:
- Why SG Foresters are still one of the best Subaru platforms to build
- CVT limitations vs older drivetrains
- Benefits of rear lockers and VTD center diffs
- Tire size, width, and PSI
- Trail breakage stories and on-the-spot repairs
- DIY fabrication, bumpers, swing-out tire carriers, and learning to weld out of necessity
- Why Subarus make incredible overland and camping rigs, even if they’re not rock crawlers
Big thanks to the brands that help support the podcast:
Anderson Design & Fabrication (ADF)
Lift kits, skid plates, and other Subaru off-road accessories that I use
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MeLe Design Firm
Performance battery mounts and power solutions built for off-road abuse. Use code DIRTSUBIES for 10% off your order
