There is no correct answer to this question. I have had both, and I prefer independent.
Independent provides a smother ride at the expense of complexity and slightly less durability when comparing stock to stock. Most of the trails I do, do not require a solid axle, and being as most of them...
We also started a new Mountain Roo chapter on Facebook dedicated to overland Subaru enthusiasts. Do a search for MtnRoo Overland on Facebook and join up. We are always happy to have more OB members in the group. More chit chat on trails and gear than "check out my crosstrek with methods" type...
Just my personal opinion, but light bars above the cab do more bad than good. The glare off of them makes it very hard to see anything. Especially if there is stuff in the air like rain, dust or snow.
Probably the dirtiest it has been. Got caught in a storm in the Badlands in Anza Borrego. The sand there is like concrete when it dries, so I had to wash it ASAP when I got home. Had enough dirt in the driveway to fill the bed of a dump truck. It was way dirtier than it looks since the sand/mud...
Short notice, but I am taking a small group of Lifted Subarus to big bear Sat morning to do Grapevine trail (4N16) from Lucern Valley to big bear lake. We will meet up at the park and ride a hwy 15 and 76 and leave by 0800. Anyone on here is welcome to attend. Depending on time, we might also do...
If I am planning on fording water I also put a balloon or glove over my dip stick fill tubes and rubber band them on tight. I have had water intrusion through these areas before.
Additionally any seals that are leaking will also let water in, so ensure your vehicle oil seals are in good shape...
I agree with the others. The only time I would ever consider driving in a flash flood is if I absolutely had too. And for that to happen there would have to be no higher hills I could run up to/ or drive up too and I was in danger where I was at (IE going to die anyways).
A few years ago in...
Idyllwild is big truck friendly. Mostly wide maintained forest service roads. Easy traveling with good scenery. I have been down Bee Canyon, Thomas mountain road, Rouse Hill Road, Table mountain truck trail, all over basically. Lots of trails plenty fine for a full size. Bee canyon has some...
New guy here. I just registered so I don't have a number yet, but its on order. My name is Jason and I currently live in San Diego. I drive a highly modified 1982 Subaru Brat and have about 20 years Over Landing. My set up is pretty basic and I pack more spare parts than gear and accessories...
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