Project 2014 Forester: Take The Bounce Out Of The Back Of Your Forester! Rear Strut Replacement!

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@yal100 9 ай бұрын

Rust belters, your results may vary 😉🙂 Great video MrSubaru!

@FooTech1976 7 ай бұрын

Yep and us Canucks lol!

@mdonola 9 ай бұрын

very grateful for your great contribution to those of us who love our Subarus. Thanks again Mr Subaru 🙌🏻

@DBCBen 3 ай бұрын

Great, helpful video. I see the owner keeps a quart of oil in the back. I know the feeling.

@Gilbearrr 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for making this video. Great work!

@MrPoppyDuck 9 ай бұрын

Very nice video! Thanks again for making it look so easy!

@edwinrosa366 9 ай бұрын

Love seen videos of my favorite Subaru model.

@scottminshall6420 9 ай бұрын

Great video, So I work in the aviation field and we have a lot of self locking fasteners. What we do to check them if they are still useable is to run them in or on by hand, if you can screw the fastener past it's self locking feature then it is done and needs to be replaced. If you can't run it past the self locking feature it is still acceptable for another use. Now do have one time use fasteners and the basically are junk after we remove them.

@allanquiros6787 Ай бұрын

I love those wheels!

@serjantgru 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Original shock absorbers are very good, but i like to istall kyb new sr special absorbers on my both subaru legacy, because winter temperature in Russia is about minus 35-40 degrees and in this temperature kyb new sr has better characteristics😊

@kidwelldavid6136 9 ай бұрын

Nice video.

@tcWildlife1 9 ай бұрын

After having done this job myself recently, I was waiting to see how you got the control arm outer bolt out, but I see you also couldn't get it out unless you remove the inner bolt. I'm not sure why service data assumes that outer bolt has enough clearance to remove. But at least these springs are easy to DIY due to how little pressure they're under, unlike the fronts.

@Oodlenoots 9 ай бұрын

I feel like you may be able to use the scissor jack to lift up on the control arm just a hair to get the bolt to cooperate. But if you've already got the wrench in your hand and you're already down there, it's just one more bolt

@latergator3367 9 ай бұрын

Excellent !

@ecopennylife 9 ай бұрын

Nice job. Touch wood (or metal) my 2013 Forester Diesel shocks are still good 😊

@VideoNOLA 7 ай бұрын

Great opportunity to change out those sway bar links and/or bushings if they are dry-rotted. Kinda wish you had touched on that prospect a bit. Any 2014's gonna have some age on it.

@default7950 8 ай бұрын

A 19mm rear sway bar will also make it drive like a completely different vehicle (have done this to 2 Foresters and 3 Outbacks), much more stable on the highway and of course much less leaning when turning, but still retains the same good ride qualities.

@anonmouse2809 Ай бұрын

Where did you get the rear sway bar please? And thanks!

@newbeginnings8566 5 ай бұрын

Great work, enjoyable video... I would have changed the coils and butt stop etc plus cleaned and repainted some things - knowing I'd probably never need to replace anything again, but I'm that sort of person..

@sergeyafanasev7505 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! And what about front?

@KevinFoley-ug6jw Ай бұрын

I'm glad your A arm bolt just poof! went in magically. Didn't even see it go in. Mine sure didn't.

@itsrootoyou Сағат бұрын

How did you manage it? Mine won't align on both sides, I can get it in a bit but not all the way through.

@bearstephens6722 9 ай бұрын

The hardest part of this job seems to be compressing the springs 👍🏽 How do you like the Defender 2’s so far? I just bought a 24 Crosstrek Limited and it has the same size tires as this Forester. It came with Falkens but I’m considering the Defender 2 when these wear out

@v-gc7257 9 ай бұрын

Mileage wish; I would stick with Yokohamas. Can’t really go wrong with a good brand tire

@craigneumann78 9 ай бұрын

What is the best shock/ strut combination for a smoother/softer ride? I have the 2014 2.5i limited.

@bergmanst 9 ай бұрын

Hi. Could you please do a video on replacing the EGR valve on the 2015 Outback. Thanks.

@unequallytwisted 9 ай бұрын

Hello, I am about to do the pcv union and crossover pipe o-rings on my 14 forester. I saw your more recent video with the 15 outback. All parts are the same except the manifold gaskets. Why would the forester have upper and lower gaskets and not the outback?

@DextarRogue 9 ай бұрын

Is there a quick strut that you'd recommend over just the strut replacements? I'd like to replace everything for mine and not have to deal with spring compressors or anything. I was looking at the Napa ones, they come with a lifetime warranty.

@MikeSorrell-lp7zf 3 ай бұрын

did it this weekend but tightened it all up in the air.hope I didn't mess up anything by doing that......

@judithhermann1354 9 ай бұрын

Mr. Subaru, do you happen to know anything about the parasitic draw problem on 2019 Legacy's. I've cleaned and resecured all the grounds and the battery still drains down overnight! Thankyou for your insight.

@fabianbotea8469 9 ай бұрын

There any impact about the angles of the back wheels when replacing the strut ?

@craigdanielski 6 ай бұрын

@MrSubaru1387, what kind of magic happened during the jump cut at 08:15 to get that last bolt through the inboard control arm? I’ve been on the struggle bus for a few hours now. Thanks for giving me the confidence to get this far!

@itsrootoyou Сағат бұрын

How did you get that in? I am facing the same issue right now!

@jesseherrick2157 9 ай бұрын

Is permatex ultra red ok to use as gasket for the oil pump?

@NA-su3jk 5 ай бұрын

Hi, what year of forester would you say is best as reliable everyday family driver, from 2017 -2021? Just want to get the most sound, least troublesome / good value. Thank you!

@rudedog302 9 ай бұрын

I have to replace the rear struts on my 2003 rusty Forester, are they mounted differently than on the 2014?. Yeah Loctite will do, it's not like you're flying your Forester to the moon.

@Christosan88 9 ай бұрын

what do you think about the wrx TR? I personally was holding out for something like this but still feels underwhelming. Not offering a gold option in those futuristic bbs style wheels, cause of course I want the world rally blue and the factory gold wheels to go with. Japanese culture in general seems disconnected. Wagons are fine and all but damn cross promote your racing teams by offering styles resembling such from the factory.

@vizion68 9 ай бұрын

Hey Guys, I have a 24 Impreza RS. I know it's optimized for 87 octane and timing will auto-adjust to defeat pinging. But is it a good idea to use 91 octane to further lower the chances of pinging and protect the detonation chamber ?

@dgecse 9 ай бұрын

While you can get away with it on the rears, you really don't ever want to use an impact wrench on that style spring compressor (the hook and rod type - there are many incarnations of it) - particularly on the fronts where the coils are more open and the spring compressor can slip.

@samstenger647 9 ай бұрын

Hi I was just wondering if you know where I can get front seats for a 2017 outback limited. If you can help thank ya

@izzycash1cash749 4 ай бұрын

Do u need a rear alignment done if u do this on forester

@scottrothman5064 9 ай бұрын

MrSubaru, what all are they supposed to do at the 30,000 mile service? Dealer says it’s going to be about $800. Thanks

@Mct555 21 күн бұрын

Were the struts you replaced not the ones originally installed when the car was brand new? Mines are self leveling shocks

@daletorres2547 9 ай бұрын

I replaced mine with KYB SR. They are step up from the KYB Excel. I think they are asian models only little bit stiffer

@Arcel93 9 ай бұрын

i was wondering what should i do with my forester xt premium 2013 i had it in 2 weeks now and im itching to put some upgrades on it. any thoughts mrsubaru

@TheMr.Logan9 9 ай бұрын

I have had my 2017 SJ manual for about 5 months. The first thing I did was do an oil change, replaced the air filters, brake/clutch fluid change, and rotated the tires. Check your other fluids to see if they need replaced or topped off. My coolant needed a top off.

@Arcel93 9 ай бұрын

@@TheMr.Logan9 already done with oil change, air filters. my next would be brake and clutch maybe rotated tires. thank you

@karleinskyJB 5 ай бұрын

Can you lift it with new suspension?

@markevans506 9 ай бұрын

Is there not a complete strut assembly option which would include springs etc as part of the assembly?

@mushieslushie 9 ай бұрын

Yes but they cost more. Why not reuse parts that are fine rather than spending more and throwing them away?

@18_rabbit 9 ай бұрын

yeah but those are always extremely bad chinese quality when affordable. The existing spring is entirely still perfect, and it takes no time to do the the transfer.

@davepeters4955 9 ай бұрын

A lot of the cheap kits are junk. I don't know if they make them for this model, but KYB now makes strut assemblies for some Subarus now. On the rear end, the springs aren't that strong so it's not too hard to compress them & replace them. The front struts are a lot tougher. Would consider a pre-assembled unit for those if you don't have a shop that will swap the springs out for you.

@knick-knacksnknives8066 16 күн бұрын

It doesn’t appear that these are side specific, is that correct? Thinking about doing the rears on my ‘14 crosstrek soon

@fuhrerj151 3 ай бұрын

Where did you order those subaru genuine parts from?

@marshalllai6479 7 ай бұрын

My wife's 2018 Outback's passenger side rear strut is leaking oil at 19000 miles. Do I still need to change both?

@zarkodevalle1842 7 ай бұрын

Yes

@ssemukotekaemmanuel1533 Ай бұрын

Hi Mr subaru, my Impreza 2014 , keep showing orange oil light, when I do diagnosis it tells me no fault, this light comes on in about 10 minutes of driving , oil levels are fine and I do oil change on time , please what could be the cause

@51249ca 9 ай бұрын

The shocks on my Gen 5 Outback (2nd one now) felt like they were "done" at 45k miles. Have no idea how someone could go 220k miles on a shock without it being incredibly bouncy

@edwinrosa366 9 ай бұрын

I think it probably depends the road conditions for daily driving. But i do get thats kinda insane amount of mileage on the original suspension. Aside from my Forrester XT. I own a 2000 legacy which I don’t use anymore that often. Its at 246k. And I need the rear suspension fix. it’s not bumpy, but it does make noise. I’m wondering now if its original shocks 😅.

@manhoot 9 ай бұрын

Mr Subaru who do think makes the shocks for Subaru?

@MrSubaru1387 9 ай бұрын

Showa

@MrSubaru1387 9 ай бұрын

Older ones were KYB.

@manhoot 9 ай бұрын

@@MrSubaru1387 Showa is part of Hitachi Astemo. They got Tokico and Nissin along with Keihin all under one umbrella now. Keihin was Honda's primary supplier of carbs for motorbikes and car. Tokico also used to supply Toyota for suspension components. When I think of Showa, I think of motorbike suspension. Nissin I'm not overly familiar with. They might have made Ramen noodles once upon a time.

@markstrrator8375 9 ай бұрын

My 2008 Outback had KYB as OE. Replaced with KYB Quik-Struts (complete with springs, and top hats). Just like new, and I didn't have to mess with spring tension at all. Significantly cheaper from RockAuto than just the struts from Subaru.

@landryb06 9 ай бұрын

New wheels?

@mserica6487 9 ай бұрын

I'm a little confused about the spare tire since I thought you were supposed to have perfectly matched tires. Wouldn't using a spare tire like a conventional car cause damage?

@viper100290 9 ай бұрын

i imagine that suabaru has it matched so it still rotates the same or at least close enough to get you to a tires shop

@wim0104 9 ай бұрын

on my 2011 outback, the spare tire has to go on a front axle, and speed kept below 40mph. check your manual.

@Starch1b2c3d4a 9 ай бұрын

I guess the Legacy never breaks down. Its rare to have one on this channel…

@dwgjr330 8 ай бұрын

not many of em out there to begin with.

@N7-alpha 9 ай бұрын

Dose the car need a alignment after this service?

@growingup4487 9 ай бұрын

not really

@viper100290 9 ай бұрын

probably on the front struts but i didnt see any cam bolts for adjustment so should be fine

@Tin_bAnger 9 ай бұрын

At 1:42 of your video, did you know your socket is cracked?

@MrSubaru1387 9 ай бұрын

It isn’t.

@Tin_bAnger 9 ай бұрын

Is it just a defect then in the paint? Because I see a lateral crack. I don't say this as some judgement or critizism. @@MrSubaru1387

@MrSubaru1387 9 ай бұрын

@@Tin_bAnger the protective plastic sheath is cracked, not the socket.

@Tin_bAnger 9 ай бұрын

@@MrSubaru1387 Thank you for the clarification.

@silvenshadow 9 ай бұрын

Serious question. What happened to this Forester? I drive mine like a rally car up forest service roads and like a race car in the mountains with upgraded brakes and tires. Honestly beat the life out of it and my '18 has nothing wrong with it. How can you break so many things in so few miles? I really want to know so I can avoid it. Cheers, great series!

@newbeginnings8566 5 ай бұрын

He tells you it has done a LOT of mileage... Plus it isn't so beat up for the age and mileage..

@dominicklobifaro5215 9 ай бұрын

Mr Subaru I have an important question but first would like to say you’re the man, and I’d never of got through my 2012 foresters timing chains without you!! Thank you. With that said after doing the head gaskets and timing chains it’s back in the car and starts up great with no issue but I cannot stop this gas leak. The passenger side injector in the back by the fire wall won’t stop leaking. I’ve changed both the hat that sits in the motor and the round black seal above the green cap on the end of it. Both with genuine Subaru parts, any ideas please help!! Thank you in advance 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@rayjay848 9 ай бұрын

I was disappointed to hear you say “do as I say, not as I do” 😢. I watch so many DIY vids with folks not wearing eye/ face pro and bashing things with the wrong tools. I watch you as a pro to maintain my Subie. Still, thumbs up.