I did get pretty lucky considering the garage is just about the size of my house, haha! Looking forward to showing you more of the space in future videos.
The thing I love about Foresters, WRX station wagons/ hatch, or any "camper" style vehicle is that every build is perfect no matter what because of how much personality these cars have with their body style!
Couldn’t agree more, that’s why I put so much money and time into these! It’s a cool feeling knowing I’ll never run into one quite like it out on the road ❤
Thanks Nick! I was thinking about to the video I did for GrimmSpeed on this car, and 5+ years of work cut down to a 10 minute video, just didn't do the car justice.
I'm so glad you're going to move forward with your own content! I really enjoyed your Forester build on the GS channel. I've been building an 04 STI swapped 04 Forester for the past year myself. Some of my favorite things about your build are your DIY roof rail deletes and your custom hood. Keep it up, Art!
As I am, filming and putting this together myself was an exciting challenge. That's awesome, the more built Foresters in this world, the better, keep me posted on how your build goes! Love it, thanks for tuning in Joshua!
I would love to see how that thing would look without that big spoiler. Especially in combination with the roofrail-delete. Nice build tho, greetings from Germany!
Hey! To be honest it looked a little funky before I put the spoiler on, the top was just missing that bit of aggressive styling that the rest of the car had. Thank for tuning in all the way from Germany, great to know I’ve got fans in different countries 🥰
Look at it this way, the chassis is exactly the same, so you don’t have to start with an XT to make it into something great. I like your swap plan, now go out and make it happen!!
The forester is sweet. I love that you have a vision and not everything is cookie cutter. In particular, you really got a nice balance of mods front to back. I just cut a massive hole my wrx’s hood (from an na Impreza)and put in an AJ Hartman heat extractor vent, but now feeling like the rear needs more work. Decisions… Overall, I love everything you’ve done with two exceptions: the different wheels front and back would drive me mad. Also, I would slice my ankles to absolute ribbons on those tailpipes. All the time. 😬 Looking forward to seeing the rest of the build!
Thanks Shaun! If you're going to put a ton of time and money into something, why make it look the same as what everyone else has?? Balance is definitely important and don't forget to follow some sort of grander theme for the car (in my case JDM/drift styling). Haha, I totally understand that, not everyone's cup of tea, but I'll switch back and forth as I burn tires out. I'd be lying if I said I haven't sliced mine up a time or two, maybe I should 3D-print a smooth cap to put on while it's in the garage. Thanks for the support, I appreciate it!
Subcribed as well. Forester has been one of my favorite cars, great daily.. (awd) and building it to this look is what i need. I already "sti" swapped and am pushing only 350 -400whp, tuned, just need the looks!!!!!
Thank you very much Collin, glad you're using mine as inspiration. I've got some changes coming this spring, just trying to wrap up a few other builds before I get cracking on it. Sounds like your FXT is a blast, keep building it up!
Thanks! Since it's the dead of winter in Minnesota, the only driving action I'm getting is from the front of the garage to the back, haha. I've got some footage on my IG and will be posting throwback roller clips periodically!
Love your forester man 🔥🔥🔥 the mismatch wheels, the hood and roof rail deletes are by far my favorite. And sorry to hear about your recent news with gs but change is good and also scary but you know your shit you got this keep your head up 🤙
I really appreciate that Derrek, nice you know you love some of the "drift inspired" mods. Thanks for the condolences and motivation to keep this thing going!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t your car is my dream build 🙅♂️ shit both your builds are dreams man lol but ever since I got my first forester 2 years ago 07 x the daily made it look cool that’s about it but this past September I bought an 04 xt and been getting at that one with lots of cool parts and goodies and the last check on that list is do I make it rwd?
@@derrekseubert8110 That's awesome to hear and honestly they're both dream builds for me as well, it's why I devoted some much time and effort to getting them to this point. Heck yeah, keep building it up, hopefully I can give you a little inspiration. I'll be dropping an episode dedicated to the drivetrain and will explain the conversion then!!
Im also going to two tone.. mines the forester dark red, going to make the body kit black. As well with the spoiler & hood scoop, and hopefully find some nice 18×9 deeper well white rims😍😍
When you get around to your future plans of the car, could you throw in some tips for someone starting a Forester build. Maybe areas you found with yours that you wish you hadn’t spent the money or wish you had did first type of thing.
@@kendrickdeporter2233 Absolutely! That's a great idea, there are certainly tips and tricks I've developed along the way that would have saved me a bunch of money.
Well, let me count the ways as to why we're going to support your journey. 1: My name is also Art and 1/2 of our husband/wife channel so there's that. 🤣 2: My wife had a 2010 Forester that we wrenched and replaced the short block on. She loved that thing. 3: We also have a '16 WRX that is modified that we really enjoy. 4: I'm a Subaru Ambassador so I like to support fellow Subie owners. 5: Last but definitely not least, You're a small channel like we are and with the same passions so it's a no brainer to see how you grow and interact with your community. Look forward to chatting more & good luck. ✌️
That's awesome!! Two Arts is always better than one ❤ Very cool to see that both of you are Subaru enthusiasts with some exciting projects that you can feature on your channel (I love the combination of car and alcohol content BTW). Thank you very much for choosing to support what I'm doing and giving me the motivation to keep it moving. Subbing to your page right now!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t ok I need your help now, maybe you can help me since you work in this industry. I have a GT86 (same as a BRZ), the High Pressure Fuel Pump on these make an aweful noise, standard on these cars (imagine crickets having an orgy under the bonnet ), do you Know any aftermarket HPFP fornthe 86 that solves this issue
@@havebadday7850 Haha, that's a great description! Hmm, I don't off the top of my head because I haven't dabbled in the BRZ/86 (yet!), this is the guy to follow/ask: www.youtube.com/@KevinVo
You got it Joshua! Just wait till you see the drivetrain episode, the underside of this car is packed with as many goodies as the exterior. Thanks for the love!
I appreciate that Luke! I was able to source them without the full front clip (didn't make sense to pay for a hood, bumper, fenders and core support that I didn't need) before the pandemic off Ebay. These days they seem to be harder to find, but if you keep looking on Forester pages, they pop up every so often.
Not many info out there on rwd subaru conversion. Few videos that I watch of people that converted their subarus to rwd but have constant problems breaking the diff or other components. I would like to see you explain what it takes to make a reliable rwd conversion if possible. If I was to convert my subaru to rwd, I want to do it once. Thanks.
It's definitely a conversion that doesn't happen often and if you don't use the right part you'll be going through diffs and axles like crazy. I do plan to talk specifically about the RWD conversion so make sure to stay tuned for that!
I'm so glad u made this video. I saw the one on Grim Speed did not know u made this.. quick question!! First im so glad u said HD tuning bc thats the only place i can find.. ive owned 3 forester, drive an 04 now from driving 2 01s.. i liked like fatter look but now seeing ur build it inspired me forsure to build my 04 with the cross sport bumper.. but just wondering.. they dont sell a crosssport rear bumper just a lip did u buy the jdm rear bumper with crosssport lip??
Happy to do it! HD Tuning are really the only ones with an option for that aggressive-style spoiler, the fit-up was actually really good. I was lucky enough to find a full OEM crossport bumper/lip combo from front to back, these days that's a hard find however!
Don't look behind you? I like seeing the mopar boys cry in the rearview!!!! Where did you get the hood latches? I need a set for the STI cos anything 120-170ish the hood scares the shit out of me shaking. I see you took the windshield banner off? I'm also running the Black GS FMIC with red tubing, looks mean sitting in that front bumper with the cutouts. Overall you have one of my favorite Foresters, did really great with the styling!!! I watched the builld on this a while back, but interested to see what has changed since then as you drove it and figured out things you liked and didn't. Great build man on the exterior!! I am amazed you found the VSS rims as well, nobody wants to let them go. the chrome is nice but personally I would have went black to match the window section trim and the bottom two tone. But they definitely pop! Are those 6 pot brembos on the front?
Haha! Those are Aerocatch units, check them out here: (aerocatch.com/), I wouldn't chance going that fast without proper hood latches! I actually had the banner off quite a while ago for a cleaner show look, I replaced it with that rear decal sometime last year. That's really great to hear, glad you could follow along with the build for so long, once I've wrapped up the overview episodes, I'll likely sit down and talk about the changes I've made throughout the years and give some modding advice! I'll be holding on to those wheels for quite a while and will likely change up the color, not sure to what quite yet. Those are actually 4 pot Cadillac ATS Brembos, I'll talk more about them in the drivetrain/suspension episode. Thanks again for tuning in and for all the support so far!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t It was only up to 172 on a road in Mexico! Never on an interstate during the pandemic!!!!!! I think thats all shes got though with that gearing. Looking forward to the next one! Thx 4 the link.
Thank you for the video keep up what u doing bud . BTW you video still looks good with the phone step up . But my question can I convert my 01 forester front end and the rear light and bumper to 05 forester ?
Nono, thank YOU for watching it; I appreciate that! I'm doing my best with lighting and uploading in 4k, so I'm glad it doesn't look like Minecraft on your end, haha! Hmm, anything is possible, but I haven't seen that done before because the dimensions of the two gens are different. If I were you, I would go the JDM route like I did and just source a more aggressive bumper/taillight setup meant for the SF.
Thanks for the Zak, hoping you get your Forester to the level you're dreaming of as well! I sourced this set from Ebay, BUT that was well before the pandemic and these days it's a tougher find 😭
Basically I cut a big hole in it, fitted a Dmax-Style vent, adhered it with body panel adhesive and bondo/sanded it flush. It actually feel lighter than it was, so my hood struts hold it up no problem!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t thanks man for the fast reply. After sending that message I found videos on it 🤦🏻. It looks good better than the ones people are using self tappers and not molding them.
Those are for the 04-05 generation, so it'll fit yours fine. You will have to get the full kit (bumper/lip +grill and headlight trim) and either the JDM bumper bar, or modify your OEM.
Hey art, I have an 02 wrx, under hard acceleration or when boost comes on the car starts to Buck, kind of like when you take off poorly from first when you’re learning a manual (also the car doesn’t like to accelerate over 70mph) It has 200k on it and it’s the original clutch. There’s no CELs. I’m thinking it’s the clutch and I’ve been planning on doing it. But I also am not 100% certain that’s the problem. Do you know what would cause this? I don’t have enough knowledge yet to diagnose this.
Hey! I miss my silver Bugeye, but I don't miss all the problems and rust it had, haha. It could be a misfire that the ECU isn't catching, but if you're on the OG clutch at that mileage with a "sports car", it's likely close to toast regardless. I would start with that and give the maintenance basics a refresh while you're at it (plugs, gaskets, old sensors, etc).
I appreciate the reply man! I do have an accessport on it and I’ve monitored it multiple times, it doesn’t misfire and I don’t pick up any knock when it’s. happening. I have fresh ngk plugs and coils in it, fuel filter is new. The TGVs aren’t stuck or anything. There’s no boost leaks and the exhaust flows good. I have the grimmspeed up pipe and catted downpipe too. Anyway not to ramble too much ^_^ keep up the good work and I look forward to watching more of your vids. Take care!
Could you possibly help me manage and or operate a Facebook group if people actually willing to help? You are very knowledgeable and if you don't have the time to do so I understand... the channel would be based off of Subaru specific the one I am apart of now is trash !
Hey Jay! I think that's a GREAT idea for you to start, but sadly I do have a little too much going on to be able to admin with you. Excited to see you start and grow something like this though!!
Who cares if you have a Grim speed sticker on the back window even if you don’t work there anymore you can still support them if you feel like it. the car cool And different
Honestly, you've got a good point, I still want to back the company and all my friends that work there, so maybe it'll stay on a little longer than I made it seem like. Thanks for the appreciation!
My first 01 i bought had a huge Japense Devil head on the back window.. i feel like its forester tradition for a giant sticker on the back😂😂 i havnt had any on my last 2 tho. Maybe once i complete this build
Hi, I really Love what you have done to this machine. I have bought a stock one, XT Model, and my purpose it to build it and look pretty much like yours. I need to reach out, especially for the parts but I do not know the best way. Ive sent you a message on instagram. Lets link up.
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I’m jealous of the extra wide double garage 😅
I did get pretty lucky considering the garage is just about the size of my house, haha! Looking forward to showing you more of the space in future videos.
Nice work! Love how unique this looks, and the rationale behind each of your mods. Looking forward to your next videos.
Thank you very much! A lot of thought went into each of these mods, so I'm happy to see appreciation like this rolling in ❤
My new favorite YT channel 👏🏼
Wow! That means a lot 🥰 can’t wait to get that video count up.
The thing I love about Foresters, WRX station wagons/ hatch, or any "camper" style vehicle is that every build is perfect no matter what because of how much personality these cars have with their body style!
Couldn’t agree more, that’s why I put so much money and time into these! It’s a cool feeling knowing I’ll never run into one quite like it out on the road ❤
Love the build man
Thank you very much Zachary!
Good to see some fresh forester content on UA-cam
Keep it up 🥳
I appreciate it; plenty more to come. SICK facelift SG in your profile pic!
Cant say I’m fond of the wheels, but it’s not my car, so my opinion doesn’t matter. Glad to see some Forester content, keep it up!
I appreciate the honesty; what wheel setup would you run?? Thank you!
VS KF's are one of the most nostalgic wheels alongside TE37's
Absolutely and they look MIGHTY good on S2k's!
Love seeing the Forester content! I think the montage may have done even better as an intro/attention getter.
Awesome! Plenty more to come 👊🏻 you know, I was thinking that too after I posted; maybe I’ll switch things up for the next breakdown vid.
Yesss that video we be waiting for.!! Art the mustache mad
Yaaah buddy, plenty more to come!
This whole thing is very nicely done.
Thank you very much Trevor, I've always humbled by the feedback for this thing!
Got notifications on, I’ll be here every video drop liking your vids!
You're the man Andrew, thanks for the massive support!
Never get tired of seeing this build
LOVE to hear that, plenty more to come!
Clean❤
Thanks buddy!
Its a beautiful car man, cant wait to see more!
I really appreciate that Hunter, planning to drop another episode about it soon!
The car that started it all for me 🎉 and the Cressida is awesome as well
So cool to know that! I’ll eventually do a feature on the Cressida as well ❤
Great idea to breakdown the videos into smaller external/ internal / engine!
Thanks Nick! I was thinking about to the video I did for GrimmSpeed on this car, and 5+ years of work cut down to a 10 minute video, just didn't do the car justice.
That subscriber growth! Let’s go boiiiis
So humbled to watch the support role in, gives me the motivation to keep putting out the content people want to see 👏🏻
I'm so glad you're going to move forward with your own content! I really enjoyed your Forester build on the GS channel. I've been building an 04 STI swapped 04 Forester for the past year myself. Some of my favorite things about your build are your DIY roof rail deletes and your custom hood. Keep it up, Art!
As I am, filming and putting this together myself was an exciting challenge. That's awesome, the more built Foresters in this world, the better, keep me posted on how your build goes! Love it, thanks for tuning in Joshua!
The wheels are not what i would usually envision with a fozzie, but they work on your build.
Glad that you appreciate the full theme of the car, especially because it deviates from the standard Forester build. Thanks for the comment!
I would love to see how that thing would look without that big spoiler. Especially in combination with the roofrail-delete.
Nice build tho,
greetings from Germany!
Hey! To be honest it looked a little funky before I put the spoiler on, the top was just missing that bit of aggressive styling that the rest of the car had. Thank for tuning in all the way from Germany, great to know I’ve got fans in different countries 🥰
ayo love this
Awesome! Thanks for tuning in James.
@@thenotorious_a_r_t cheers for the reply man, I have a 1989 legacy GT/RS and a 2003 foz xt so keep all thing subie coming!
@@JTnoP Perfect combo! Will do James 👊
I would love to get my hands on a Forester XT sadly stuck with a X but im going to make it the way i want. I can't wait to STI swap it.
Look at it this way, the chassis is exactly the same, so you don’t have to start with an XT to make it into something great. I like your swap plan, now go out and make it happen!!
Notifications turned on 🔥, blow up this UA-cam wave bro we got mad love for ya 🤝
Thanks Jj, I’m off to a good start, now just gotta keep the content comin!
The forester is sweet. I love that you have a vision and not everything is cookie cutter.
In particular, you really got a nice balance of mods front to back. I just cut a massive hole my wrx’s hood (from an na Impreza)and put in an AJ Hartman heat extractor vent, but now feeling like the rear needs more work. Decisions…
Overall, I love everything you’ve done with two exceptions: the different wheels front and back would drive me mad. Also, I would slice my ankles to absolute ribbons on those tailpipes. All the time. 😬
Looking forward to seeing the rest of the build!
Thanks Shaun! If you're going to put a ton of time and money into something, why make it look the same as what everyone else has?? Balance is definitely important and don't forget to follow some sort of grander theme for the car (in my case JDM/drift styling).
Haha, I totally understand that, not everyone's cup of tea, but I'll switch back and forth as I burn tires out. I'd be lying if I said I haven't sliced mine up a time or two, maybe I should 3D-print a smooth cap to put on while it's in the garage.
Thanks for the support, I appreciate it!
Subcribed as well. Forester has been one of my favorite cars, great daily.. (awd) and building it to this look is what i need. I already "sti" swapped and am pushing only 350 -400whp, tuned, just need the looks!!!!!
Thank you very much Collin, glad you're using mine as inspiration. I've got some changes coming this spring, just trying to wrap up a few other builds before I get cracking on it. Sounds like your FXT is a blast, keep building it up!
Such a beautiful build! 💯🔥
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Nice video
We need to see some driving action
Thanks! Since it's the dead of winter in Minnesota, the only driving action I'm getting is from the front of the garage to the back, haha. I've got some footage on my IG and will be posting throwback roller clips periodically!
Love your forester man 🔥🔥🔥 the mismatch wheels, the hood and roof rail deletes are by far my favorite. And sorry to hear about your recent news with gs but change is good and also scary but you know your shit you got this keep your head up 🤙
I really appreciate that Derrek, nice you know you love some of the "drift inspired" mods. Thanks for the condolences and motivation to keep this thing going!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t your car is my dream build 🙅♂️ shit both your builds are dreams man lol but ever since I got my first forester 2 years ago 07 x the daily made it look cool that’s about it but this past September I bought an 04 xt and been getting at that one with lots of cool parts and goodies and the last check on that list is do I make it rwd?
@@derrekseubert8110 That's awesome to hear and honestly they're both dream builds for me as well, it's why I devoted some much time and effort to getting them to this point. Heck yeah, keep building it up, hopefully I can give you a little inspiration. I'll be dropping an episode dedicated to the drivetrain and will explain the conversion then!!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t you’ve been an inspiration for a good while now 🙏 on youtube and instagram I always enjoy your content
Bruh i love this thing
Love that you love it 👊🏻
Im also going to two tone.. mines the forester dark red, going to make the body kit black. As well with the spoiler & hood scoop, and hopefully find some nice 18×9 deeper well white rims😍😍
Love it, brand new day Art!
Thanks Kendrick, this first one was a bit of challenge, but I can already see the process getting smoother as I release more and more of these!
When you get around to your future plans of the car, could you throw in some tips for someone starting a Forester build. Maybe areas you found with yours that you wish you hadn’t spent the money or wish you had did first type of thing.
@@kendrickdeporter2233 Absolutely! That's a great idea, there are certainly tips and tricks I've developed along the way that would have saved me a bunch of money.
darker tint would look sick
Probably, but even this will get you hassled by the cops up in MN 😭
@@thenotorious_a_r_t fair enough car looks 🔥🔥 tho
Thanks for that 👏🏻
Well, let me count the ways as to why we're going to support your journey. 1: My name is also Art and 1/2 of our husband/wife channel so there's that. 🤣 2: My wife had a 2010 Forester that we wrenched and replaced the short block on. She loved that thing. 3: We also have a '16 WRX that is modified that we really enjoy. 4: I'm a Subaru Ambassador so I like to support fellow Subie owners. 5: Last but definitely not least, You're a small channel like we are and with the same passions so it's a no brainer to see how you grow and interact with your community. Look forward to chatting more & good luck. ✌️
That's awesome!! Two Arts is always better than one ❤ Very cool to see that both of you are Subaru enthusiasts with some exciting projects that you can feature on your channel (I love the combination of car and alcohol content BTW). Thank you very much for choosing to support what I'm doing and giving me the motivation to keep it moving. Subbing to your page right now!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t LOL. Thank you for subscribing and the kind words. We appreciate it. Cheers to the road ahead!
loving the vids mate, one of my favourite foresters out there. keep up the work 🔥
Heck yah, great to hear! Plenty more to come; I appreciate the push forward ❤
@@thenotorious_a_r_t ok I need your help now, maybe you can help me since you work in this industry. I have a GT86 (same as a BRZ), the High Pressure Fuel Pump on these make an aweful noise, standard on these cars (imagine crickets having an orgy under the bonnet ), do you Know any aftermarket HPFP fornthe 86 that solves this issue
@@havebadday7850 Haha, that's a great description! Hmm, I don't off the top of my head because I haven't dabbled in the BRZ/86 (yet!), this is the guy to follow/ask: www.youtube.com/@KevinVo
@@thenotorious_a_r_t thank you
Rwd converted? Jesus christ this build us way deeper than I thought. Sick vision man its so different but in all great ways.
You got it Joshua! Just wait till you see the drivetrain episode, the underside of this car is packed with as many goodies as the exterior. Thanks for the love!
This thing is so rad, just curious where you sourced the cross sports bumpers and if you had to buy the whole front clip with the front one
I appreciate that Luke! I was able to source them without the full front clip (didn't make sense to pay for a hood, bumper, fenders and core support that I didn't need) before the pandemic off Ebay. These days they seem to be harder to find, but if you keep looking on Forester pages, they pop up every so often.
@@thenotorious_a_r_t sweet thanks! I have the same conclusion. No need for the rest if the pieces, I'll keep my eye out
Love it! Can't wait for the interior and underneath the car videos
Excellent, I'll be filming and introducing those in the next few weeks, glad to know you're looking forward to them!
Not many info out there on rwd subaru conversion. Few videos that I watch of people that converted their subarus to rwd but have constant problems breaking the diff or other components.
I would like to see you explain what it takes to make a reliable rwd conversion if possible. If I was to convert my subaru to rwd, I want to do it once. Thanks.
It's definitely a conversion that doesn't happen often and if you don't use the right part you'll be going through diffs and axles like crazy. I do plan to talk specifically about the RWD conversion so make sure to stay tuned for that!
Let's keep it going!
Love it, thanks Billy!!
Lookin good subscribed!
Thanks Edward, I appreciate that!
Keep it up! I love the fozzy!
Heck yah Lance, more episodes coming!
Very cool car! I wouldn't change a thing; even the mismatch wheels looks appropriate (I do prefer having rear wipers though 😁).
Thanks for sharing!
Thank YOU for the kind words Ronnie, glad you like the wheel setup!
Lets Go!
Yaah buddy!
I'm so glad u made this video. I saw the one on Grim Speed did not know u made this.. quick question!! First im so glad u said HD tuning bc thats the only place i can find.. ive owned 3 forester, drive an 04 now from driving 2 01s.. i liked like fatter look but now seeing ur build it inspired me forsure to build my 04 with the cross sport bumper.. but just wondering.. they dont sell a crosssport rear bumper just a lip did u buy the jdm rear bumper with crosssport lip??
Happy to do it! HD Tuning are really the only ones with an option for that aggressive-style spoiler, the fit-up was actually really good. I was lucky enough to find a full OEM crossport bumper/lip combo from front to back, these days that's a hard find however!
Yay your making more videos thankyou
First of many to come!
Looks clean 👌
She could use a wipe-down, but otherwise I like to keep her tidy!
Dope forester but question what is the beast in the background with the fist? And love the wheels bro bro💯
Thanks!! That’s my 91 MX83 1J-Swapped Cressida, we’ll get to that one 👊🏻
@@thenotorious_a_r_t A 1J!!!!😳😳😳
Don't look behind you? I like seeing the mopar boys cry in the rearview!!!! Where did you get the hood latches? I need a set for the STI cos anything 120-170ish the hood scares the shit out of me shaking. I see you took the windshield banner off? I'm also running the Black GS FMIC with red tubing, looks mean sitting in that front bumper with the cutouts. Overall you have one of my favorite Foresters, did really great with the styling!!! I watched the builld on this a while back, but interested to see what has changed since then as you drove it and figured out things you liked and didn't. Great build man on the exterior!! I am amazed you found the VSS rims as well, nobody wants to let them go. the chrome is nice but personally I would have went black to match the window section trim and the bottom two tone. But they definitely pop! Are those 6 pot brembos on the front?
Haha! Those are Aerocatch units, check them out here: (aerocatch.com/), I wouldn't chance going that fast without proper hood latches!
I actually had the banner off quite a while ago for a cleaner show look, I replaced it with that rear decal sometime last year. That's really great to hear, glad you could follow along with the build for so long, once I've wrapped up the overview episodes, I'll likely sit down and talk about the changes I've made throughout the years and give some modding advice! I'll be holding on to those wheels for quite a while and will likely change up the color, not sure to what quite yet. Those are actually 4 pot Cadillac ATS Brembos, I'll talk more about them in the drivetrain/suspension episode.
Thanks again for tuning in and for all the support so far!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t It was only up to 172 on a road in Mexico! Never on an interstate during the pandemic!!!!!! I think thats all shes got though with that gearing.
Looking forward to the next one! Thx 4 the link.
@@Grawrrr 😯❤❤
Thank you for the video keep up what u doing bud . BTW you video still looks good with the phone step up . But my question can I convert my 01 forester front end and the rear light and bumper to 05 forester ?
Nono, thank YOU for watching it; I appreciate that! I'm doing my best with lighting and uploading in 4k, so I'm glad it doesn't look like Minecraft on your end, haha! Hmm, anything is possible, but I haven't seen that done before because the dimensions of the two gens are different. If I were you, I would go the JDM route like I did and just source a more aggressive bumper/taillight setup meant for the SF.
@@thenotorious_a_r_t Thank you
Saweeeet! VSKF's but look decent as is! Subscribed!
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@@thenotorious_a_r_t Envious my Freind Envious!
Looks sweet!!!
Thank you, hope you enjoyed the episode!!
I love it. It's so photogenic. So clean. So nice. Makes me wanna get a Subbie, haha!
LOVE to hear that! If you did, which model would you get??
What’s the wheel specs? I’m going bags this season and want to runs. Similar setup! Also rolling or removing your liners?
Here you go! Yep, I'm rolled, pulled and no liners:
Work VSFK 18x9+18 Front (w/5mm spacer)
Work VSSD 18x9.5+17 Rear
Where did you find the cross sports bumper? Or know of where to source one? Super clean forester! Definitely hope I can get mine to that level someday
Thanks for the Zak, hoping you get your Forester to the level you're dreaming of as well! I sourced this set from Ebay, BUT that was well before the pandemic and these days it's a tougher find 😭
Can't wait to get that same wing lol
I was a little hesitant at first, but I’m glad a switched up from the OE-style wing, it fits the rest of the aesthetics much better 👌🏻
@@thenotorious_a_r_t you right it's fits SOOOO well, any issues mounting like body work or anything needed?
Not really, a little shaving on one side and some light filler before paint, but for one big fiberglass piece, it fit like a beauty!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t sweet, ill be ordering mine after I finish the entire 6 speed driveline swap on my forester
Dope! It’ll be a nice cherry on top of the 6spd cake 👌🏻
Let’s go!!
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I don't like either of those rims, but they somehow look good on this car
It is a pretty unconventional look for a Subaru, glad you dig the look!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t for sure👍 I just got an 07 Forester sport X and If I can make it look a 1/4 as cool is yours does then I'll be super happy
@@tylerhall9412 You got this Tyler; just plan out your vision for the car and start building!
How did you do the hood? Was it hard to hold up also? I think it’s sick and would love to do it on my 01 sf
Basically I cut a big hole in it, fitted a Dmax-Style vent, adhered it with body panel adhesive and bondo/sanded it flush. It actually feel lighter than it was, so my hood struts hold it up no problem!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t thanks man for the fast reply. After sending that message I found videos on it 🤦🏻. It looks good better than the ones people are using self tappers and not molding them.
Can we get a cold start?
Defiantly, but I’ll save that one for the engine overview episode 👊🏻
Brooooo show us the Saitama Cressida 🤩🤩
Haha, you know I will, just gotta stay tuned!!
What year is the cross sports front bumper ? And does it require any modifications or just bolt and go? I have an 05 xt for reference
Those are for the 04-05 generation, so it'll fit yours fine. You will have to get the full kit (bumper/lip +grill and headlight trim) and either the JDM bumper bar, or modify your OEM.
Cool thank you! If you have a resource on where to find these I’m all ears!
@@christhomas3252 I'll keep an eye out and let you know if I come across a set!
Look a toaster!
😂 but smells like burning rubber, not bread 💪🏻
Hey art, I have an 02 wrx, under hard acceleration or when boost comes on the car starts to Buck, kind of like when you take off poorly from first when you’re learning a manual (also the car doesn’t like to accelerate over 70mph) It has 200k on it and it’s the original clutch. There’s no CELs. I’m thinking it’s the clutch and I’ve been planning on doing it. But I also am not 100% certain that’s the problem. Do you know what would cause this? I don’t have enough knowledge yet to diagnose this.
Hey! I miss my silver Bugeye, but I don't miss all the problems and rust it had, haha. It could be a misfire that the ECU isn't catching, but if you're on the OG clutch at that mileage with a "sports car", it's likely close to toast regardless. I would start with that and give the maintenance basics a refresh while you're at it (plugs, gaskets, old sensors, etc).
Clean your maf
I appreciate the reply man! I do have an accessport on it and I’ve monitored it multiple times, it doesn’t misfire and I don’t pick up any knock when it’s. happening. I have fresh ngk plugs and coils in it, fuel filter is new. The TGVs aren’t stuck or anything. There’s no boost leaks and the exhaust flows good. I have the grimmspeed up pipe and catted downpipe too. Anyway not to ramble too much ^_^ keep up the good work and I look forward to watching more of your vids. Take care!
Is that a Cressida in there too?!
Good eye, that’s my 1J swapped MX83 ❤ we’ll be getting to that one eventually!
@@thenotorious_a_r_t that’s dope 🤙🏻
Glad you appreciate a classic drift car 👏🏻
Could you possibly help me manage and or operate a Facebook group if people actually willing to help? You are very knowledgeable and if you don't have the time to do so I understand... the channel would be based off of Subaru specific the one I am apart of now is trash !
Hey Jay! I think that's a GREAT idea for you to start, but sadly I do have a little too much going on to be able to admin with you. Excited to see you start and grow something like this though!!
how much GD impreza stuff just bolts on?
As far as exterior almost nothing, BUT you’ll see when we get to the drivetrain episode, virtually everything 💪🏻
Front set of wheels >rears
Glad you like those VSKF's, I've always thought they were a super underrated wheels on Subarus.
Who cares if you have a Grim speed sticker on the back window even if you don’t work there anymore you can still support them if you feel like it. the car cool And different
Honestly, you've got a good point, I still want to back the company and all my friends that work there, so maybe it'll stay on a little longer than I made it seem like. Thanks for the appreciation!
swap out that rear window vinyl
I'll be working on some designs and likely switch things up before the new season starts!
My first 01 i bought had a huge Japense Devil head on the back window.. i feel like its forester tradition for a giant sticker on the back😂😂 i havnt had any on my last 2 tho. Maybe once i complete this build
Art can my sti and you forrester make a baby
😂 that would take A LOT of candles and smooth jazz, but it’s worth a try 🤷🏻♂️
@@thenotorious_a_r_t i think if there was a sweet garage with a drive on lift plus mustang dyno it would happen
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Time to remove all the Grimm speed advertising
Hi, I really Love what you have done to this machine. I have bought a stock one, XT Model, and my purpose it to build it and look pretty much like yours. I need to reach out, especially for the parts but I do not know the best way. Ive sent you a message on instagram. Lets link up.