How To Do STI Brembo Conversion The CORRECT Way // 2015 Forester XT

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  • Опубліковано 31 сер 2020
  • I finally converted both front and rear brakes on my 2015 Subaru Forester XT to the WRX STi Brembo brakes using factory OEM parts from various models of Subaru to make this a complete bolt on solution! No cutting, or special fabricating required!
    ✅DBA Brakes
    www.dbausa.com
    Front Rotor: DBA-5654XS-10 (dual drilled)
    Rear Rotor: DBA 42656S-10 (dual drilled)
    Pads: DBA (next video for details)
    Front Brake Lines: amzn.to/3jywD55
    Rear Brake Lines: amzn.to/34VWtMq
    Motul Fluid: amzn.to/3lHTRYa
    All OEM Genuine Subaru Parts Used Below
    Rear Hub: 2016 BRZ
    Rear Knuckle: 2011 STi
    Front & Rear Calipers: 2016 STi
    Rear Brake Cable: Forester (retain original)
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  • @Frost640
    @Frost640 3 роки тому +30

    I swear you're the only YT automotive person that actually works on their projects and finishes them.

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  3 роки тому +15

      It’s not always the best path for growth on UA-cam unfortunately, analytics favor half-assed 💩 often times.

    • @lowlifeangler
      @lowlifeangler 3 роки тому +1

      A 2007 Malibu ...a never ending project keeping it on the road

  • @CFHGARZA
    @CFHGARZA 3 роки тому +88

    That's a clean conversion. Props to figuring it all out, I'm sure it took tons of research and forum digging to figure it all out. Looks like a nice upgrade over stock too

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  3 роки тому +36

      Rock auto part measurements & subaru illustrated part break downs.

    • @bongodave13
      @bongodave13 3 роки тому +22

      @@SarahnTuned You've done the Forester community a great service. Anyone who wants to upgrade the brakes can just watch this and know the whole deal. Great job. You really knocked off some un-sprung weight, which is the best weight to lose.

    • @kingkong348
      @kingkong348 2 роки тому

      @@SarahnTuned Hi Sarah, just wondering could it be using 2017 wrx sti rear knuckle 28411VA020/030 rather than 2011 sti knuckle?
      Thanks a lot🙇🏻‍♂️🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @Bootycreaser805
      @Bootycreaser805 Рік тому +1

      Hello sarah ik this is a old video do you know if this will work for a 2018 fxt with eye sight? Or if anyone else knows ?

    • @mikekillion4731
      @mikekillion4731 10 місяців тому

      I don't see why it wouldn't. Did you try?

  • @1969ashley1969
    @1969ashley1969 3 роки тому +58

    You used 'accoutrements' just fine in a sentence, it's just like additional equipment, gear, or apparatus.
    Love your videos.

    • @sdone7672
      @sdone7672 3 роки тому +3

      ashley1969 cheer's for that, saved me googling it. 👍

    • @nicc171
      @nicc171 3 роки тому

      Well, as a French word accoutrement is generally in reference to clothing, but it wouldn’t be the first word that got additional meaning when used in the English language.

    • @1969ashley1969
      @1969ashley1969 3 роки тому

      @@nicc171 Totally correct, from an old French word meaning 'seam' and going all the way back to a Latin word consuere, meaning "to sew together'.

    • @nigelkerr2513
      @nigelkerr2513 3 роки тому

      Appropriate use especially when matched with blue nail polish!

  • @darkcashyz
    @darkcashyz 3 роки тому +1

    I'm really glad to see you using the DOT 4 Racing brake fluid. Many people skip upgrading their brake fluid. It's very crucial that we upgrade your brake fluid even on your stock brake system if we want more them more safety.

  • @802Garage
    @802Garage 3 роки тому +3

    The dream brake swap for any Subaru enthusiast! Nicely done.

  • @dannylister558
    @dannylister558 3 роки тому +1

    Your videos are never long enough..your excitement is contagious..wonderful content..

  • @jerryamalfitano478
    @jerryamalfitano478 3 роки тому

    After purchasing my 2020 Scatpack widebody, I ran across your videos by accident. Not to pass up a pretty face, I've become obsessed with your beauty and personality. My wife passed over 2 years ago and I'll say you are a breath of fresh air. You make me laugh. Do you have a single twin sister living near Dallas? I can only dream. I'm now hooked on your videos!! Thank you for being you.

  • @originalstickers
    @originalstickers 3 роки тому

    Appreciated the attention to detail and the sidebar about the MR2. Thanks for bringing great content to the Subaru community.

  • @JarodKeel
    @JarodKeel 3 роки тому

    I’ve never really been into cars and always thought of them to get me from point a to point b. After watching your videos for the past year that has changed. I now try to take better care of my car. Just wanted to say thank you for all the awesome content!

  • @jims8618
    @jims8618 3 роки тому +3

    Those control arms are the icing on the cake!!! Beefy and they match the coilovers.... pretty slick

  • @ItAintJustPaint
    @ItAintJustPaint 3 роки тому

    Best video ever!
    I love using other OEM parts to accomplish a swap, instead of modifying/fabricating. My fav!🤗

  • @pnrcomps
    @pnrcomps 3 роки тому +1

    BRAVISSIMO! Amazing job piecing that rear setup, it looks AMAZING! Nice work Sarah! Very impressed cant wait to see it on the ground with the wheels on. grats!!!

  • @ricardoarohenapagan9149
    @ricardoarohenapagan9149 3 роки тому

    Very much well used word, my dear Sarah... . 'Accoutrement' properly defines the accessories which accompanies the main assembly. More power to you!

  • @zoharodetafalla6429
    @zoharodetafalla6429 3 роки тому +1

    Watching your new videos brings so much joy to this 72 year old heart. Keep up the great work. We all love ya !!!

  • @ramonpunsalang3397
    @ramonpunsalang3397 3 роки тому

    For a major rebuild, I think this is the first instance when everything went according to plan.. kudos on the great job.

  • @peterbrookens9026
    @peterbrookens9026 3 роки тому

    Awesome job Sarah. I love keeping things as OEM as possible too. Thank you for doing this.

  • @don7406
    @don7406 3 роки тому +4

    Dayyaamm girl, those lower control arms are fire. Nice work figuring it all out.

  • @clairoux.matthew
    @clairoux.matthew 3 роки тому

    Welcome to the club, i just did front and rear knuckle conversion to make me 5x114.3 when I did my brembos. More wheel options now too.

  • @Ne3to0
    @Ne3to0 3 роки тому

    It's awesome three years spending a labor schedule on your garage is incredible but it looks you enjoy it as much as us watching you doing it and inspiring us.

  • @raullasvegas
    @raullasvegas 3 роки тому +10

    Great job Sarah! That takes some research to figure all that out, and order all the parts ahead of time, and without seeing it done anywhere. Just Awesome!

  • @afmoa
    @afmoa 3 роки тому

    Best video on Gump so far. How to mix and match stock componets to make upgrades work. I did the same thing at the dealership parts department for club members. 1st gen air bag to coil spring conversion, Impreza TR brake upgrades, RS/STi conversions. Lots of tricks back in 2000-2008.

  • @blackfly29er
    @blackfly29er 3 роки тому +2

    Great job!
    As another Subie owner, who has spent hours on forums reading about the 170-190 rear brake con
    swaps, I really appreciate your efforts, and this video. 🔥

  • @jaanusmooses
    @jaanusmooses 3 роки тому

    Love that you are as you are in your videos. No acting, just pure talent ;) . Pretty and hard working- nice combo...

  • @stephenmoxley3004
    @stephenmoxley3004 3 роки тому

    Excellent work, Sarah. First off, your research obviously paid off. Secondly, that brake system looks totally awesome! Behind those new wheels, it will look totally badass. Your high standards of quality are very impressive. Keep up the great work.

  • @ross7684
    @ross7684 3 роки тому

    You never cease to impress with your knowledge and skill!

  • @blackackcl
    @blackackcl 3 роки тому

    After so many struggles and sad/frustrated Sarah videos, it's nice to see you accomplish a big project and be able to smile and be proud of your work. Keep it up Sarah!

  • @stephencrawford5227
    @stephencrawford5227 3 роки тому

    Love the videos, not really a car enthusiast but I do like to tinker. You just throw yourself into any challenge which I admire. I have an Aussie Ts STI forester so this conversion caught my eye. Love the trailing arms.

  • @Haywoodjablomie100
    @Haywoodjablomie100 3 роки тому

    What you accomplish in that small space is incredible. Love your channel!

  • @madjanx
    @madjanx 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome! I've got an SJ Forester XT and you always give me ideas for what to do with mine.

  • @steventhomas5865
    @steventhomas5865 3 роки тому

    Hi from Sydney Australia, which is where the DBA 5000 series rotors are made. It's great to see you getting parts from companies all over the world. That's called success!

  • @dannyeg6
    @dannyeg6 3 роки тому +3

    Hey Sarah! Have to say, This is by far the best video you have put together to date! From the editing, content, work done, just everything, it's absolutely perfect! It's been awesome watching you evolve over the past 6 years. Great work, as always... I share your OCD cleanliness and can appreciate everything you have done to forester Gump, Mr dos, and tatter tot! Keep up the great work! Let me know if you want a license plate from Montreal Quebec Canada lol

  • @johnmccabe7645
    @johnmccabe7645 3 роки тому

    One of your best Sarah, packed with wrenching. You're easy to like.

  • @YasumotoUS
    @YasumotoUS 3 роки тому

    Great research / work on fitment and, honestly, the best wrenching video that I've seen in a while. Kicking myself for not picking up a ~30k mileage '17 XT earlier this summer!

  • @cjmq1970
    @cjmq1970 3 роки тому

    Señor Dos looks really great, it reflects not only your technical skills but your pride and determination as well, kind of long for OCD as you say

  • @gggooogggttt
    @gggooogggttt 3 роки тому

    Awesome upgrade! I went with the 4/2 pot Subaru gravel brake calipers (06-07 WRX) on my '09 Forester. The fronts used the OEM rotors but the rear required Legacy rotors, which had a bit more surface area and were vented. Better bite and sexy looking 👍

  • @Th3Gr3mlinz
    @Th3Gr3mlinz 3 роки тому

    It’s been so nice to see someone with a channel on a Forester XT and doing things like this.

  • @shawnhampton2895
    @shawnhampton2895 3 роки тому

    You are absolutely incredible I've been watching you off and on for a few years with this

  • @QuartzE-cb3cp
    @QuartzE-cb3cp 3 роки тому

    You have an awesome personality and mind. The way you think is so random and intelligently planned out it seems!

  • @johnkent91
    @johnkent91 3 роки тому

    Amazing upgrades to Gump. Kudos for figuring all this out. Wouldn’t know where to start! Great job.

  • @Dave-fx5zw
    @Dave-fx5zw 3 роки тому +23

    You made the right choice going with the sti knuckle over the wrx one, especially with the new lateral arm. Very nice and so clean.
    You started getting the details ready for this 9 months ago, bet you're damn happy to have it done!

  • @djjakewalpole1
    @djjakewalpole1 3 роки тому +2

    Anyone else like her videos before you watch them cause you know there always gonna be perfect also i love you using Australian made disk and pads

  • @wild_lee_coyote
    @wild_lee_coyote 3 роки тому

    That is one clean conversion Sarah. Even Mr. Clean can’t hold a candle to what you do.

  • @terryschenian993
    @terryschenian993 3 роки тому +1

    Clean. Nothing janky. Well done!

  • @mvmallinson
    @mvmallinson 3 роки тому

    Yet another fabulous video. You are going to go a long way, an incredible future awaits you.....this is just the start.

  • @johnt8838
    @johnt8838 3 роки тому

    great job.. i own the same model in oz. and have been upgrading stock parts to performance parts. i was in a pickle on how to sti brembo and swap out the stock calipers and etc, as you mentioned the front is easy, the rear was the diff part, because of the inner drum parking brakes setup.. now i know what to do.. thanks mate.. and cheers

  • @anubis33
    @anubis33 3 роки тому

    Despite not being a car nerd or understand quite what you’re up to, you certainly make entertaining and informative videos. Kudos.

  • @andrewstanley8388
    @andrewstanley8388 2 роки тому

    Used this video as a guide to do this swap myself. Great upgrade for the XT.

  • @lot27a
    @lot27a 3 роки тому

    Another excellent video Sarah. You are most definitely the Subaru Guru!

  • @wonderchild53
    @wonderchild53 3 роки тому

    When is the last time I commented that you're...AMAZING...as I see it ...your working on these models...!!!

  • @rogerjohnson2515
    @rogerjohnson2515 3 роки тому

    Sarah, you are always entertaining and fun to watch. Keep the great videos coming, and I thought I was fussy keeping my truck clean.

  • @tomdixon1213
    @tomdixon1213 3 роки тому

    One of the best time lapse presentations on Sarah-n-tuned. I.e. the overhead angle view on the front driver side.

  • @jody024
    @jody024 3 роки тому +1

    What a great conversion! also digging the 80's pop music you used!

  • @prelovedguitarsni1436
    @prelovedguitarsni1436 3 роки тому

    Great video as always & it is amazing what you do in the space you have, I can't wait to see what you do in a proper workshop.

  • @rastamanl5517
    @rastamanl5517 3 роки тому

    Keep those great videos coming Sarah, those breaks look amazing

  • @tonyrovito9753
    @tonyrovito9753 3 роки тому

    Best video yet! I had as much fun as you did.

  • @Eric-cf8je
    @Eric-cf8je 3 роки тому

    I've been kinda trying to figure out how to do it correctly. You did it! Awesome!!!

  • @jettech1041
    @jettech1041 3 роки тому

    I’ve modified all my cars. But I promised myself I wouldn’t touch the 2019 Forester Sport....but you are making it extremely hard to keep that promise. Great job on the brake conversion!!

  • @witchcraftauto
    @witchcraftauto 3 роки тому

    This is sick! I just upgraded the brakes on my G35 and I actually painted the calipers black and used gold akebono lettering for the face. I really like the black look of sport calipers.

  • @pkt1213
    @pkt1213 3 роки тому

    I really appreciate they put the threaded holes on the front to pop the rotors off. I did front brakes yesterday and spent 30 minuted with pry bar and sledge to get the rotors off.

  • @Sereno44
    @Sereno44 3 роки тому

    You got that Subaru since you were in Air Force!!! After all you've done sensuous Sarah🔥 that car is going to fly 💥✈

  • @Laguy211
    @Laguy211 3 роки тому +4

    Mad respect to you Sarah amazing job 😎

  • @nakedbandit
    @nakedbandit 3 роки тому

    Nice job. They look awesome. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised after you get it bled and head out to bed the pads. Those front calipers/rotors alone are a great upgrade both in feel and stopping power.

  • @lesthegreat
    @lesthegreat 3 роки тому +1

    When I changed my rotors and pads on my 08 STI hatch from the oem Brembo's to DBA rotors and Hawk Ceramic pads there was a massive change in brake feel.

  • @cyberindio
    @cyberindio 3 роки тому

    Awesome vid!!! I lean something new in EVERY vid you make!!! Keep up the great work!!!

  • @Baldorado
    @Baldorado 2 місяці тому

    I can’t wait to eventually do this on my 18 FXT!!
    Amazing as always!!👌👌

  • @ChinitFxt
    @ChinitFxt 3 роки тому +9

    The video I’ve been waiting for since I subscribe. As a fellow SJ FXT owner i really appreciate this and I wanted to do this to my fxt but the rear stop me because of all the hacking involved and you literally solved the puzzle. Thank you Sarah. Now off to find these parts

    • @SarahnTuned
      @SarahnTuned  3 роки тому +9

      Parts listed in video description

    • @jeffreypierson2064
      @jeffreypierson2064 3 роки тому +1

      Better hurry before the price goes up or they sell out.

    • @ChinitFxt
      @ChinitFxt 3 роки тому +2

      Sarah -n- Tuned thank you

    • @mikekillion4731
      @mikekillion4731 10 місяців тому

      Did you end up doing it? Will it fit 17" wheels?

  • @carlprendergast3827
    @carlprendergast3827 3 роки тому

    Hope you get your dream garage, I can't wait to see what you can turn out with all the pro gear, lift and loads of space. Love the videos please keep going. 👍😎👍

  • @johnnatt4875
    @johnnatt4875 3 роки тому

    Its awesome that you don't actually show us in detail how to do this. Great job.

  • @williamdonly7966
    @williamdonly7966 3 роки тому

    WELL DONE!!
    upgraded gump brakes, with oem parts, deserves a big pat on the back, for doing your homework!! Cant wait to see the finished car.

  • @DougKremer
    @DougKremer 3 роки тому

    A+ as always. Love the siri interruption. As far as I've always known, the manufacturer people always refer to those style rears as drum-in-hat setups.

  • @estlerd
    @estlerd 3 роки тому +8

    You are amazing Sarah! I love your work ethic.

  • @michaelj7069
    @michaelj7069 3 роки тому

    Wow. This is coming along nicely. Amazing work.

  • @paultaylor9652
    @paultaylor9652 3 роки тому

    Lovely Jubbly again Sarah, keep them coming.

  • @brianhall23
    @brianhall23 3 роки тому

    Great job figuring all that out. Looks super!

  • @martinfrog768
    @martinfrog768 3 роки тому

    Thanks Sarah! ... you are amazing ... a true automotive warrior

  • @avluis86
    @avluis86 2 роки тому

    Love you, love this, love the content and conversion; drive a 2017 WRX Limited which I'm planning on doing an STI transmission swap alongside Brembos; the detail you go into and the clear research shows these parts can all play together like LEGOs (no cutting!!!); I have a lot of videos to catch up with, thank you~

  • @paulstamour926
    @paulstamour926 3 роки тому

    I saw a 2020 Forrester Gump today. Dark grey with red accents. Interior was black with red stitching. Really nice. But it was a 4 cylinder. Your brake upgrade is very nice. Stay cool

  • @ahmadghosheh3104
    @ahmadghosheh3104 3 роки тому

    Amazing work, well thought out and perfectly executed.

  • @bobbielayton7714
    @bobbielayton7714 3 роки тому +2

    Great Video and the truck looking really Nice keep up the great work 👍

  • @icer3jdy
    @icer3jdy 3 роки тому +15

    Your excitement is contagious Sarah. I'm excited for you. Can't wait to see you drive Gump with the new upgrades. I'm sure it will be an amazing ride. I so much enjoy your videos Sarah it's hard to believe you're a one-woman show.

  • @therunningman8692
    @therunningman8692 3 роки тому

    Love that 80s stranger thing vibe music.
    Nice work.

  • @tonygiraldes7848
    @tonygiraldes7848 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve been waiting for this😊 just the greatest ❤️

  • @James_cowley
    @James_cowley 3 роки тому

    So so sick! Well done! I figure this basically makes you the forester queen.

  • @zkillergt
    @zkillergt 3 роки тому

    Thank you for doing the research on this Sarah. I will totally be doing this to my 2018 FXT! 😁💜

  • @adrianncharles436
    @adrianncharles436 3 роки тому

    I Enjoy your videos Sarah...keep pushing forward

  • @ryanguzman5021
    @ryanguzman5021 3 роки тому

    Looks awesome Sarah!! Cant wait to see it with the wheels on.

  • @davidstisher3495
    @davidstisher3495 3 роки тому

    That so badass! Thanks for the links and figuring this out. Gonna have to save up for this when I get my other project done so they can be twinsies!

  • @ArnoldHawk
    @ArnoldHawk 3 роки тому

    You are truly amazing what you can do boggles my mind well done

  • @GloveBunniesVideos
    @GloveBunniesVideos 3 роки тому

    So glad you made this video! I was just about to do this to my FR-S.

  • @officialyasir
    @officialyasir 3 роки тому

    That’s so awesome! Looking forward to the braking test! :)

  • @julioburgos4979
    @julioburgos4979 3 роки тому +27

    I can't wait to see you in your dream garage. U really deserve it!!! Love the channel.

  • @beancounter8474
    @beancounter8474 3 роки тому

    I am impressed with your skills.

  • @TRAVIS-L
    @TRAVIS-L 3 роки тому

    Every time I watch one of your videos It makes me want to buy new parts for my WRX

  • @dtran22
    @dtran22 3 роки тому

    You’re so impressive! Love your vids Sarah!

  • @SoulFU2
    @SoulFU2 3 роки тому

    Epic! Love the content Sarah, keep up the great work!

  • @PirateMTH_ToddH
    @PirateMTH_ToddH 3 роки тому +1

    Great video. Thanks for sharing your work!

  • @iainmcglynn833
    @iainmcglynn833 3 роки тому

    The only mechanic worldwide who’s skills cleaning and looks are all a 10
    Such care and research goes into your work and not to mention the quality of the filming / editing
    I love your videos and will never stop watching
    This was one serious upgrade and yes in that small garage miracles happen
    ❤️🌈🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌

  • @scottwallace928
    @scottwallace928 3 роки тому

    Such a clean setup, can't wait to see it on the ground with the rega master's on. Gump is gonna look slick!

  • @annemickelson2621
    @annemickelson2621 3 роки тому

    Really nice accoutrements Sarah.

  • @batsta3d
    @batsta3d 3 роки тому

    That's epic Sarah! Great work! Love watching your content of you working on this kind've stuff. As an ex WRX owner, it all seems so familiar :)