Crosstrek: 9K Update and 7K Method/BFG update

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  • Опубліковано 27 лип 2024
  • Continuing the trend of a video update every 1,000 miles. Not much to say this time so I decided to do a Review and update on my Method Race Wheels and BFG KO2 tires.
    Music by bensound. www.bensound.com
    Method race wheels VT spec 15", 5x100, +15 off set
    BFG KO2 215/75/15's
    No rubbing, no lift, no issues.
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  • @sophiachang1916
    @sophiachang1916 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for making these videos!! I'm getting your exact setup on my 2018 Crosstrek this Saturday. Your videos were so informative and really helped me decide what to get.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you Sophia, that is really cool. Best of luck with the new set up! Send pics of your car when it is all done. azdroptopyt@cox.net

  • @archiebunker3654
    @archiebunker3654 5 років тому

    Glad to hear about your experience with the Crosstrek and the wheels/tires. I absolutely love my 502's and K02's thanks for the specs on your very first video with them. I got the same exact set. The setup looks great and works great.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Your welcome and thank you! Glad you are liking them. Definitely improves the look. Cheers

  • @capoeirask8
    @capoeirask8 5 років тому +6

    Great video! I didnt want to take any chances pick the incorrect sizes, so I copied your exact set up! I’m glad you did the comparison of tires and talked about using the spare is needed! This was my biggest concern when purchasing the wheels and tires..... a discount tire rep did the calculations and told me the spare would work perfectly. Thanks for your time and effort, much appreciated

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you Jacob. Very cool the videos were helpful and glad you are liking your new set up! Cheers my friend.

  • @andreasoszko2140
    @andreasoszko2140 5 років тому

    Thanks for the video Rick. I ve been running the same wheels and tyres in the snow here in Austria. Note: we had a record winter with the heaviest snowfalls since 10years. I have to admit the Xv with the Methods and the BFGs is performing really well in snow. Other cars had snow chains installed where my car was just driving without any problems. Very happy with this set up :)

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Very nice Andreas! Glad to hear they are good in the snow! Thank you for posting.

  • @DrDennis
    @DrDennis 5 років тому

    As always informative review! Happy off roading!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you DrDennis. I always appreciate your comments.

  • @justinoftexas
    @justinoftexas 5 років тому

    Thanks for the updates man! You always have good info.
    I have a lift from LP adventure on the way along with the LP1 wheels (that are almost identical to yours) for my 19 forester 👍🏻

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you very much! And congrats on the LP lift..that is awesome. They have very nice gear. Send me a pic after you have the lift on and the wheels! azdroptopyt@cox.net Cheers.

    • @justinoftexas
      @justinoftexas 5 років тому

      Thank you man! I sure will!@@AZdroptop

  • @snowden36
    @snowden36 5 років тому

    Rick,
    Thank you for making these videos. I’ve been watching them for months and they help me decide to purchase a 2019 crosstrek limited a month ago. I love it and I have already put 2000 miles on the car lol! I took one camping trip that involved about an hour of off-road (Idyllwild - San Bernardino) and although the car performed great the 18 inch wheels/tires were awful! I was afraid I’d puncture them as you did with yours.
    I’m ready to get the Method/KO2s but have worries about road noise and tire wear since this is mainly driven on highway (off-road once a month maybe). The reviews are assuring with regards to tire wear, but I still worry about the road noise. I think I’ll just have to pull the trigger and see how it is!
    Also, love watching the videos on the 911. I have a 97’ M3 I use for similar purposes (sits in the garage most of the time) - and love having the crosstrek as the daily! Keep up the videos they are all well produced and have great information!
    -Chris

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      HI Chris, thank you for the kind words and for watching along with the videos! I really appreciate it and thanks for you comment. So far the wear on the Method's has been very good with no signs of wear after about 11K miles on them. Road noise is definitely increased with the new tires especially on the highway....about 4 decibels on regular in town roads over stock. The freeway noise isn't unbearable, but it is louder for sure! As you might have seen from my early wheel/tire videos I kept my stock set up thinking I would put them on the car for highway trips, but decided to sell them after awhile. In your case with so much freeway travel it really might be worth doing the same if you can. The big downside is having to store them, put them on when you plan to go off roading and then having the TPMS reprogrammed each time. You can just live with the dash warning light while using the Methods and not worry about the programming....If you love how quiet the car is currently you might be bummed by the increase in noise. I don't want to scare you off at all because I love the look and performance of the method's/KO2's, but there is a difference.
      I have always liked the M3's and think it would be just about one of the best daily driver or fun sedan's to own. Great looking, quick and comfortable. We had a basic 3 series for a few years and other than all of the little maintenance issues it was a great driving car so the M3 must be amazing. Thank you again for your comment and let me know what you decide about the wheels/tires.

  • @TrentTheCarGuy
    @TrentTheCarGuy 5 років тому

    Love the updates, as always!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you Trent! We need to do some filming soon!

  • @debsisson4559
    @debsisson4559 5 років тому

    And the dog steals the show....thanks for the update Rick. I hear a rattle every so often and thought it was a loose seatbelt. Bet you it is the passenger seat. Cheers!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Ha ha. Thank you Deb. :) She snuck in there. Interesting that you have the same rattle...I'll let you know if I can get the dealer to sort it out. Happy weekend.

  • @raksh9
    @raksh9 5 років тому

    Love those wheels and tires!

  • @edrader
    @edrader 5 років тому +2

    thanks for the update Rick! i'll be hitting 70k soon on my 16!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      You are the mileage master Ed. Love it! Thanks as always for watching

  • @kougan3126
    @kougan3126 5 років тому

    Hello Rick,
    Yes, there is a HK Reprogram recall (WUA-86) out on the 2017/2018 Impreza & 2018 and newer Legacy/Outback/BRZ/Crosstrek - Updating to version REL18.43.20
    My local service department informed me it's because of a Subies with the Harmon Kardon upgrade, the head units displays are failing to black screens. The update is an attempt to prevent the unit from failing, however if it has already failed the entire head unit has to be replaced.

  • @JLMOTO
    @JLMOTO 4 роки тому

    Very informative. Thanks!

  • @KyleRattay
    @KyleRattay 4 роки тому +1

    More understerr due to offset being pushed in further. -12 is 1/2 inch out so +15 your moving it closer to center mass if that makes sense

  • @capoeirask8
    @capoeirask8 5 років тому

    There is a recall on the headunit, they will either swap it out or do a dealer update.

  • @occhopper60911
    @occhopper60911 5 років тому

    Congrats on the 5k subscribers. I have a 2018 Cross-trek and a 2019 ascent. No problems with any of my vehicles.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you very much John. How do you like the Ascent? I was really impressed when I did the video with my buddy's. Beautiful car.

    • @occhopper60911
      @occhopper60911 5 років тому

      @@AZdroptop I love the Ascent so far. I have about 6k on it now. So far its good. I have towed my small rv with it no problems pulling it.

    • @cuzimaluzer777
      @cuzimaluzer777 5 років тому

      They're brand new.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Very cool. If I needed a big vehicle I would buy one in a heartbeat. Plenty of power and easy to drive..not to mention the nice interior.

  • @ArcticHawk2003
    @ArcticHawk2003 5 років тому

    As always, thank you for sharing your thoughts & comments!
    Andre

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you my friend. Hope all is well!

  • @wonton_cutz542
    @wonton_cutz542 4 роки тому +1

    Hey, thanks for the information! I enjoyed my 2019 Crosstrek Premiun Edition alot.
    I'm thinking about upgrading my tires and wheels into the MR502.
    I might save the stock wheel and the Yokohama tires in any case in the future I want to swap back.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      You are welcome and thank you for watching. I kept my set for awhile thinking I would put them on when doing just highway miles..only swapped them out one time and ended up selling them. Best of luck with the new wheels.

  • @herschelwalker591
    @herschelwalker591 5 років тому

    A few things:
    I have a base model 19', the radio is fine, other than starting apps or putting the car in reverse locks out the volume adjustments...
    LP Adventure has new 5x100 wheels out
    Try a black Testers paint pen on your wheels, I was able to touch up the gloss black wheels on my GTI, after a couple of wipe offs and reapply's you couldn't tell the wheel was scratched its just hard getting a flat layer instead of a thick one

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Hey thank you for the info on your 19. The radio volume lock out on start up is a bummer and is always surprising to find I let the volume loud the day before. LOL And thank you for the info on the paint pen! I will definitely pick one up. Very cool.

  • @normanmitchell9536
    @normanmitchell9536 5 років тому

    My buddy was complaining about the Apple play on his Crosstrek and my Dad had issues with his ascent . Another buddy was complaining about oil burning issues on his Forester ! The General consensus from my friends and family however is that they love there Subaru’s !

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Hi Norman, that is a Subaru for you...they tend to grow on you and next thing you know you love them despite their issues. Your dad and friend may already know..but if not there are a couple of head unit updates available via the dealer that might help with the CarPlay issues. When I first got my 18 I had connectivity problems on and off that were solved with the updates. Thank you for watching along.

  • @ArmstrongRacing
    @ArmstrongRacing 5 років тому

    Glad all is well buddy, You would think the crostrek Forester and Outback would get more of an all terrain tire....but I guess Subaru is playing for mpg’s

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Yes indeed. "Best AWD SUV on the market for MPG's" they love saying that. :)

  • @ljherrmann
    @ljherrmann 5 років тому

    Another good video, and appreciate the wheel/tire info. I'm considering swapping out my 18's as well. Did I miss any discussion of weight with the new set up? Unsprung weight reduction should help handling, yes? Would a front tower brace help with any additional understeer? Also looking to do the map update from November as well as the HU recall update. Just went over 15k with my one year old 18 Limited and still love the car!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Hi Larry, thank you very much. The new set up was about 3 lbs heavier per wheel/tire according to my bathroom scale so probably not real accurate, but close. The 235's with KO2's that some have are 9 lbs heavier per wheel/tire. I talked about the weight in one of my earlier videos, but can not recall which one exactly. :) I am Getting old.
      I am honestly not sure about the strut tower brace helping the understeer..I believe they are more for stiffening up the car to reduce flex? Glad you are enjoying your car and best of luck with the updates. Let me know how it goes.

  • @elsahunter7630
    @elsahunter7630 5 років тому

    Great videos- keep up the good work. Have you noticed an effect on your mpg with the new tire setup? Also, have you been able to throw it on a dyno to check the hp with the new tires. I've heard you loose about 20 hp with the heavier tire and with only 152 stock that seems like a big percentage- do you notice a loss in power?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thanks so much. No real change in mpg from stock, but I only did 2,000 miles before putting on the new set up so my data is limited a little. I generally see 29 to 30mpg normal driving and up to 33 if I take it real easy or drive on the freeway a lot. I have not done a dyno, but did see the video Blake's garage did awhile back. Pretty interesting how the weigh of the 235 tires really robbed HP to get them moving. The 215's are a bit lighter so hopefully the loss isn't as pronounced. As far as driving feel goes I have not noticed the car feeling slower or anything along those lines.

  • @davemcguigan218
    @davemcguigan218 5 років тому

    Hi Rick, glad your Crosstrek and tire/wheels are performing as intended! I turned 3900 miles yesterday after 12 1/2 months of ownership. Would have been around 2000 miles if I hadn't driven to AL almost 3 months ago. I have not had any issues with the drive ability or head unit or any issues for that matter. I enjoy driving it around town and haven't gotten gas since the Monday after Thanksgiving and still have just under 2/3 of a tank. Gas keeps dropping, now around $2.34/gal. so maybe by the time I need it it will be $2/gal. My record with this car is 3 months between gas stops with around town driving and getting gas at 1/4 of a tank! Any drone shots of the desert coming up, with or w/o snow?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey Dave, that is awesome on the time between gas fill ups and seriously low miles....I though my mileage to ownership time was low, but you have me beat big time. I will be getting out and about here soon to film something new for you guys...Not sure where yet, but I start my break from work on Saturday morning so I'll try and plan something. Have a good rest of the week.

  • @chrisrodriguez1943
    @chrisrodriguez1943 5 років тому

    Awesome video Rick. Getting my limited DGM by the end of this week. Back to your tire calculator, with your tire setup, are you able to just run 4 Method/ko2 and keep the original stock spare as your actual spare? Meaning I would be able to throw on that OEM spare if one of the method/ko2 goes out? Thanks!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hi Chris congratulations on your new Crosstrek and thank you for watching. As to your question, yes, you can use one of your stock tires as a spare and actually you could even use your little spare if you had to. They are basically the same diameter. Best of luck with thecae Chris!

  • @Wizzinator
    @Wizzinator 5 років тому

    Hi Rick. Please keep the videos coming; you were a driving force behind my ultimate decision to get a Crosstrek. I traded in my 2001 Z71(original owner) for a '19 limited a couple of weeks ago and am loving everything about it so far. So, when you go and get the new tires and rims installed what do you do with the factory installed tires? Do you keep them? Can they be interchanged without any extra work? Thanks as always.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      That's awesome Kevin! Thank you very much. My initial plan was to keep the stock wheels and tires and put them on for long road trips because of the extra noise with the BFG's. Turn's out the noise really isn't that bad so I ended up selling them recently. Only thing to consider if you plan to switch back and forth is buying additional TPMS sensors for the new wheels and tires so that you have them in both sets. Otherwise, you will have the warning light on the dash for when you have the set on that doesn't have TPMS. Even if you do have TPMS in both sets you will still have to have them programmed to the car every time to switch them on and off the car.

  • @ArchonVideo
    @ArchonVideo 5 років тому

    This channel is the reason why I bought a crosstrek. Great videos! I have a question, did you ever have an issue with the center caps coming off on those method wheels. I know In a video you said they fit pretty perfectly. Just wondering if that changed at all

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey thank you! The center caps are all still on and tight. Even the one I had to put a little bit of tape on to tighten it up. :) Thank you for watching along.

    • @ArchonVideo
      @ArchonVideo 5 років тому

      Rick Hutton thanks boss

  • @michaelhenecke
    @michaelhenecke 5 років тому

    Iv got the 235/75/r15 the fuel milage does drop by 3-5+mpg depending on temperature also the noise is barely noticeable in warm weather but when its cold they are louder but that's due to the rubber being harder and the pressure bing lower (related to fuel milage drop in cold temps) the ride is great and traction is great my tires are falken wildpeak at3w and went with them over the bfg because of price (half the price) I do get some rubbing (hardly any at 35psi for winter temps and 37psi summer temps will rub more) the larger tires do equal about a 5/8 inch more ground clearance as they are about 1 1/4 inch taller than stock

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      HI Michael thank you for the info on your car with the 235's. I have read and seen that they tend to rub a bit at full lock on mud flaps. I am surprised you had such a loss in mpg, but I guess they are about 5lbs heavier per tire than my 215's. As to the tires giving more ground clearance isn't your overall diameter the same as your stock set up? You definitely have more sidewall going, but I'm not sure about ground clearance? My 215/75/15's are the same as the stock 225/55/18's in overall diameter...

    • @michaelhenecke
      @michaelhenecke 5 років тому

      Rick Hutton it’s more the rolling resistance especially with colder weather and lower air pressures. I also forgot to mention that the falken and bfg all-terrains are also classified as snow tires (bfg does make snow rated and non-snow rated KO2s)

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Very cool. Thanks for the reply. I didn't realize they made the KO2's for snow...that's good to know also. Have a good weekend.

  • @klicke350
    @klicke350 5 років тому +2

    There is a HK radio update/ recall that just came out

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      I was looking at the jack/jack stand set up again after you mentioned jacks in our last conversation. It says it works for jack points of 8.54 inches and higher. I have yet to measure the Crosstrek, but was thinking those are a good option. Small and a good base on them.

  • @1990Ravens
    @1990Ravens 5 років тому

    My crosstrek passenger seat rattles too! Also when my phone is connected to Bluetooth it won’t play google maps directions through the speakers. I’ll have to get it checked out. My crosstrek is a 16 limited.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      That is crazy about your seat. :) My phone will only talk through the car when I am on CarPlay. Cheers brother.

  • @chrish6373
    @chrish6373 5 років тому

    Risk, at 2:57 you said they are +15 offset. Any concerns with your wheel bearings or suspension components having them stick out so far compared to the +55 stock rim?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey Chris, funny you mention that as I actually filmed a section about offset and then cut it since the video was getting long. :) A few people have brought up the same question and at this point I am not concerned. I have done some reading on the subject and some say + offsets are bad, others say no. I contacted Method and they replied that they have had no issues with it? Of course they are trying to sell wheels so take that with a grain of salt. I guess I will find out down the road. :)

  • @markevans506
    @markevans506 Рік тому

    I just got 2021 C/Trek. Hoping to change to more off-road capable wheel and tire. This has been a help. So you have not lifted your car? What about underside protection?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  Рік тому

      Hi Mark, congrats on the new Crosstrek. I don't believe the car was lifted in this video. Down the road after installing the LP Aventure bar and skid plate I put on Springs from RalliTEK. I have a few videos about both in my playlist. Essentially I lost about 1.5 inches of clearance with the skid plate and the springs gave me a bit of that back.
      The LP stuff is awesome, but I only recommend them if you are going with a full lift. Otherwise the loss of clearance is a big bummer. If I had to do it over I would probably just do the front bar. When I was looking for a bar LP's was the only one that protected the lower front. Best of luck!

  • @Eri94
    @Eri94 4 роки тому

    I recently got a 19' WRX and there is still an issue with the head unit. It will constantly reset my save stations whenever I turn off the car; so far they said they have no fix for it. The only thing the service person said to me was it's probably better to go get an aftermarket headunit.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      Wow. That's b.s. I would call Subaru directly and put in a claim. There have been many problems with the head units.

  • @joshuagillego9486
    @joshuagillego9486 5 років тому

    Any changes on gas consumption with this set up? Compared with stock what is the weight difference between the two?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey Joshua, no change MPG wise, sorry I didn't mention that here as it ended up on the editing floor. :) video was getting long. MPG is basically the same as stock. Keep in mind though I only had about 2k miles on the stock set up before the switch so my "baseline MPG" stats aren't huge. Generally I am looking at 29 or 30mpg indicated by computer(so 2 or 3 less real life) and if I drive mellow and not off road I can hit 32 or 33. Weight difference was only a 2 or 3 lbs..can't remember specifically, but it is in one of the earlier videos I did, but can't remember which one. I want to say the 235's were 9 lbs heavier for reference.

  • @altrujillo3566
    @altrujillo3566 2 роки тому

    Enjoyed this video. Method's were on sale until today so I went ahead and ordered a set of 703's in bronze. I'd like to add a 1.5" lift and may still go with the 215's. I'll keep you posted and send pictures. May I ask about your spare? Did you change out to the same 215's and where do you keep it?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  2 роки тому +1

      HI Al, congratulations on the Method's. You will enjoy them and the bronze will be really nice. I initially was using one of the stock wheels/tires as a spare but eventually sold them and just have the factory spare now. It actually works since the circumference is essentially the same. My son has the car now and he doesn't really go off road so still no spare.

    • @altrujillo3566
      @altrujillo3566 2 роки тому

      @@AZdroptop Thanks, Rick! Being able to use the factory spare will save me some $$ as I won't have to put it out for a 5th wheel and tire. As long as I buy 215's and not 235's I should be okay. Calling Method this morning.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  2 роки тому

      Best to you Al. They will look awesome on your car.

  • @chriskorner
    @chriskorner 5 років тому

    What kind of lug nuts are you using on the wheel? The sizing specification

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey Chris, I have been looking for paperwork on the wheel/tire purchase to see if it lists the lug info for some time now, but have not been able to locate it. Discount chose them for me when I bought the package so I am not sure. I will keep looking and see what I can come up with.

  • @johanizquierdo9111
    @johanizquierdo9111 5 років тому

    Haven’t experienced any problems with the unit. Dealership did do an update when I took it in for an oil changed. Btw has anyone experienced Squeaky/whining sound when rolling the window up ? I’m at 11k

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Johan, thank you for your experience input with your Crosstrek. No window noise for me as of yet.

  • @mismo358
    @mismo358 4 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing this Rick. Willing to share how much we would spend for purchase and to set them up?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      If I remember correctly the whole set up from Discount tire was around $1500? I'll have to dig out the recipe to be sure, but I think that is close. Includes 4 wheels, 4 tires, New TPMS sensors, and Gorilla Lugs. Warranty, install etc. Tirerack.com was a couple hundred cheaper at the time, but their warranty seems a little bit of a pain to deal with so I went local. If you come up with any issues or other questions shoot me an email and I am happy to help if I can. azdroptopyt@cox.net

    • @mismo358
      @mismo358 4 роки тому

      @@AZdroptop thanks for the info! I appreciate it!

  • @pamjones5594
    @pamjones5594 5 років тому

    Does anyone know if you change your wheels out how does that effect the warranty on the car? My daughter just got a 2019 crosstrek and wants to change the wheels.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hi Pam, unless she puts on some crazy wheel and tire combination that is way out of the norm she should be just fine. Dealers sell New Subaru's off of the lot with aftermarket set ups all the time.

  • @cameronlakotich6586
    @cameronlakotich6586 5 років тому

    The head unit in my 2019 Limited constantly deletes the first 6 presets, forgets my phone once a month and asks for permission to see texts and download contacts yet contact info never shows up on when I receive a call. Thankfully I use Android Auto to avoid the latter 2 problems

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you for the data and sorry you are having issues. I believe there is a head unit update for the 19's out so maybe that will help?

  • @johnathanwilliams7805
    @johnathanwilliams7805 5 років тому

    Currently rocking a 09 Jeep patriot, I wonder if I could swap out stock rims/tires for a nice method setup in my FWD Sh*tbox? The only reason I haven't bought a crosstrek is my jeep is paid off and no car payments is kind of nice!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      No payments is very nice! :) I'm honestly not sure about the fit? Method is pretty good about getting back via email I would try that. Depends on caliper size etc.

  • @dougselby9555
    @dougselby9555 4 роки тому

    Will a 235 KO2 mounted on the same rim fit on a 16 crosstrek without a lift kit?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      Hey Doug, from what I understand they do not fit the earlier Crosstrek's. They hey will fit 18+ cars with some rubbing at lock, but my understanding is they do not fit a 16.

  • @groovymotion5706
    @groovymotion5706 5 років тому

    Hey buddy! It sucks about your Method wheel, i don't remember when you scratched it. I wonder how the K02 would handle in snow/ice, maybe very good in powder snow but not in slushy snow and ice since the tire blocks look like they are hard.
    What I find annoying in my Crosstrek is the crack that comes from just above the center of the windshield when it's cold and I go over small bumps. also, when there is a lot of bass in a song playing, there is vibration on the passenger lower compartment area.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Howdy brother, I'm not even sure when that happened myself honestly...found it awhile back when washing the car. Must have rubbed up against a rock somewhere out on the dirt. At this point I am so good at hurting my cars I just roll with it. LOL.
      So your windshield cracks in the cold? That is a bummer for sure. I have not noticed the distortion as of yet, but maybe its my music choice or something. Have a good weekend my friend.

    • @groovymotion5706
      @groovymotion5706 5 років тому

      the rattle comes from the hard plastic area where you can put a mug or a bottle. It's very annoying since we know that the sound system is pretty ordinary and it's vibrating even at mid level volume everytime there is more bass in a song!
      Have a great weekend yourself!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Ah...that is annoying! My 14 rattled like crazy, but this one has been good so far. And thank you

  • @jvallido
    @jvallido 5 років тому

    Hey rick! Have you had any high pitch whirling noise whenever you turn on your hvac air on? I started noticing mine and some people in the forums are saying that the blower motor may need replacing.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Howdy brother, not as of yet I do not. This is the first time I have heard of it, but I have not been on the forums much lately. I will have to check with my Subaru buddy and see what he has to say about it. Happy New Year.

    • @jvallido
      @jvallido 5 років тому +1

      @@AZdroptop yeah it's been trending slowly, esp where it's cold. anyways, here's the post about it and i also uploaded a video with the issue here. www.subaruxvforum.com/forum/interior-audio/169814-chirping-ac-fan-3.html#post2000872
      happy new year to you too brother!

    • @capoeirask8
      @capoeirask8 5 років тому

      I have the same issue, mine makes the noise when I come to a complete stop, it’s stops once I engage the gas pedal..... I just turn my music up lol

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      I will check it out. Thank you very much.

    • @jvallido
      @jvallido 5 років тому

      @@capoeirask8 my k02 fixes it in high speeds lol

  • @TearDropTravels
    @TearDropTravels 5 років тому

    Narrower is better for most Offroad. Model A Fords went everywhere with 3 inch wide tires.

  • @josephwilson500
    @josephwilson500 5 років тому

    does changing yo these rrms and tires effect the gas mileage?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hi Joseph, I only had about 2,000 miles on my stock wheels/tires so I don't have a huge stock to non stock comparison,. But overall I have achieved basically the same mileage with the Methods/BFG's as I did with stock. In fact, I recorded a 33.5 mpg with the new set up at one point which was the best full tank I ever recorded. If there is a difference at all it is very slight, maybe 1 mpg.

  • @diman585
    @diman585 5 років тому

    Rick there is a recall and they replaced the head unit in less than 15 minutes!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Wow! That's great. Is everything working well now?

  • @justinbartels3019
    @justinbartels3019 5 років тому

    I have said before and will again, I love those wheels and tires. Will be purchasing in the future. I was curious if you would be willing to share what you paid for them? I know the price listed on discount tire can vary, especially among other retailers. I was just curious what to expect. Thank you. Love the videos.

    • @cuzimaluzer777
      @cuzimaluzer777 5 років тому

      If you use tire-size.com search 215/75 r15 and they will show you where they're listed the cheapest online. I can find the cheapest deal on those wheels if you like but personally I'd go with the black rhinos over the methods.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      It has been awhile, but I want to say around $1500 with tires, wheels, valve stems, lugs, install, TPMS etc. Discount had a 0% interest CC deal going at the time and you receive a $50 card for buying wheels and $50 for buying tires. Plus, no interest for 12 months. Worked out great as I just paid it off early. Tirerack.com was actually a bit cheaper even with shipping, but their warranty seemed like kind of a pain to deal with. Cheers.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      The Rhino's are nice!

    • @cuzimaluzer777
      @cuzimaluzer777 5 років тому

      @@AZdroptop lightweight and cheaper on average.

    • @justinbartels3019
      @justinbartels3019 5 років тому

      Greezy_Chef Absolutely! If I can find something that is practically the same but cheaper. I’m in. Thanks

  • @sailingyemaya9781
    @sailingyemaya9781 5 років тому

    Your tires still look new. Did you lift your car?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      They are holding up quite well so far! No lift, she is stock height still.

  • @PittiesAndMore
    @PittiesAndMore 5 років тому

    I think my BFG all terrains lasted over 50000 miles on a 4-Runner.

  • @jasonyang9578
    @jasonyang9578 4 роки тому

    You think the bfg ko2 tires and methods wheels will fit on my 2013 crosstrek without a lift ?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      HI Jason, I believe they do fit in my size, 215/75/15's, but I would send method an email just to double check. I would hate to steer you down the wrong path.

    • @jasonyang9578
      @jasonyang9578 4 роки тому

      Rick Hutton ok thks in advance

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому

      I found a video with an older Crosstrek that has Methods and similar tires with no lift! :)ua-cam.com/video/7t-UFohz2Jg/v-deo.html

  • @ricksousa9480
    @ricksousa9480 5 років тому

    When you have a chance show us how to use the paddle shift, Thanks

    • @chrish6373
      @chrish6373 5 років тому

      The only time I use my paddle shifter is to hold the engine on a steep downgrade. By design, the CVT is going to pick the best gear ratio.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Thank you Rick, good idea for a video! Cheers.

  • @CodytheFordGuy
    @CodytheFordGuy 5 років тому

    Just got a 19 i have some issues with car play when i unplug my phone and back in while the car is running

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Hey Cody, so it works well initially and then if you unplug it and plug it back in it won't initialize again? I was having issues awhile back where mine wouldn't work unless the screen was unlocked. A subscriber pointed out that one of the IOS updates added a box you had to check on the phone to allow functions to work while the screen is locked...I imagine you already knew that, but though I would throw it out there. I believe there might have been a head unit update as well that you might ask the dealer about. Thank you for posting

    • @CodytheFordGuy
      @CodytheFordGuy 5 років тому

      Rick Hutton yes it will work perfect at first. Best example I can give is say I start the car and run down to the gas station, I leave the car running and grab my phone, go in the store and come back out and when I plug it back in sometimes it doesn’t work quite right or will freeze for a short period of time. I’m going to get ahold of the dealer today and ask about that update. Otherwise I really like the carplay. Awesome videos, thanks to you I made my mind up and went with the 19 Crosstrek

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Cool Cody, thank you and best of luck with the head unit...hopefully an easy fix.

  • @EricCKeys
    @EricCKeys 5 років тому

    Will this same setup fit on a '19 Forester?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hello, to be honest I am not real familiar with the New Forester's tire and wheel combo's, but check out this link at lpaventure.com. They have a few cool Forester's with different wheel/tire set ups and it will hopefully help. lpaventure.com/blogs/projects-forester They look pretty sweet!

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Page 2 shows an 18 with my set up so I bet they would work.

  • @avi614614
    @avi614614 5 років тому

    Do you put the same PSI as stock into the KO2's

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      Hey brother, I have been running 34 to 36 psi on the KO2's. When I left Discount they had them at 36 psi so I have tried to keep them around there. Seems to be working out good so far on and off road. Happy New Year bro.

    • @justinid.4784
      @justinid.4784 5 років тому

      If you're off road and it's particularly rocky and rough or you're in deep sand, say a dry riverbed, you can safely air down to around 20 psi. Just don't forget the air compressor so you can air back up when you get back on the pavement. I've got the type of air compressor that plugs into the cigarette lighter.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      NIce. I wasn't sure how low we could go so that is good info. I do have a nice little compressor as well that I bring along just incase. Cheers

    • @justinid.4784
      @justinid.4784 5 років тому

      @@AZdroptop I know you are not big into airing down, but it does make the ride much smoother.

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому +1

      Definitely! I should stop being lazy and give it a shot next time out. Thanks again for the psi number.

  • @Onit10138
    @Onit10138 5 років тому

    what psi are running

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  5 років тому

      34 to 36 generally.

    • @Onit10138
      @Onit10138 5 років тому

      thanks
      @@AZdroptop

  • @Seattle808
    @Seattle808 4 роки тому

    Maybe you should sound deaden the wheel wells?

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому +1

      I have considered putting a bit in the spare tire area...that might help a bit. The noise isn't extreme, but it will be interesting to see how the noise increases as the tires wear out.

    • @Seattle808
      @Seattle808 4 роки тому

      I put a decent amount in my 4runner and can’t hear anything from my mud tires, it works like a charm

    • @AZdroptop
      @AZdroptop  4 роки тому +1

      Very nice. I put dynomat I think it was in my Jeep back in the day and it did help for sure! What year is you're 4runner? I love those things. We had a 97 for a number of years and it was great.

    • @Seattle808
      @Seattle808 4 роки тому

      2008 With a 4.7L V8, I love it to death!!! I love your channel and cars I think you will get a good amount of subs!! Looking forward to more videos!!!