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  1. New Member Introductions
    Hey Y'all I am proud to have made it to this family . I have owned my white Subaru forester 2006 NonTurbo since 2020. The Forester is ready for adventure at a moment's notice. I have crossed all the nature beautiful scenes of Uganda with her and comes with standard all-wheel drive and a raised...
  2. Steering, Suspension and Handling
    Hello everyone, This is my first post on this forum. :D I recently got my first car. a 2004 Forester 2.0X (SG5, Manual, N/A) I got it for a great price since the rear struts are bad and the car needed A LOT of cleaning. (and some other minor things, like some windows not opening correctly, a...
  3. Motor Conversions
    My 05 needs a motor, most reliable option for my buck right now is a JDM 202 from a local import shop. Just wondering if anyone has some insight on any known and foreseeable hiccups with the swap. I've been told that the VVT on US turbo motors is an issue when dropping JDM motors into them...
  4. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hello new forester owner here and also new to cars. I have a 2007 XS. I’m starting to learn the different generations and stuff, and trying to find body kits that will fit but I’m struggling. Firstly is mine part of the SG? I know it’s a facelift but I’m confused if that is a generation in...
  5. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    Hey guys! Was just wondering if anyone had a used catback in the central Pennsylvania area? My midpipe snapped and the rest of the exhaust is pretty crusty. Lol looking for aftermarket but OEM would be okay too!
  6. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    hey guys, Nice to be here, this is my first post in this forum, I look forward to interactions, discussions and even businesses where possible. Let me jump into my issue as per the title, I wish to understand technical/ performance difference between Subaru Forester SG5 (2006/7) Cross sport...
  7. Interior and Electronics
    Hello everyone. I am in a bit of a predicament. I recently purchased a JDM 2005 Subaru Forester (manual) and I absolutely love it. However, it does not have cruise control. After doing tons of digging and making what has felt like 100 phone calls, it seems I may have reached a dead end...
  8. Steering, Suspension and Handling
    Has anyone found an easy bump stop replacement like the below that would fit an SG5 forester strut shaft? Really don't want to take the whole thing apart and mine are getting dusty, as in turning into dust...
  9. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hi All, I recently picked up an SG5 Forester XT. I'm loving it so far but today I came across a strange grinding sound from the right of the engine bay. I can only attribute this noise to the camshaft pulley or water pump area. I know it's a long shot but does anyone know what this noise is...
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  10. Interior and Electronics
    Where can I find good sound systems for an older jdm forester? It’s getting kind of old using the 12V Bluetooth adapter
  11. Engine and Exhaust
    Hi, I have broken the flange on my catalytic converter, a rock hit it and it broke. The exhaust is blowing, and it is very very loud. I want to get it replaced. It is very rusty too as its the original oem from 2004 so there isn't much material to weld it back together. No CEL have come up...
  12. Transmission and Driveline
    Hi! Can someone with experience of fitting an Sti 6MT into an FXT SG5/SG9 tell me if I need the outrigger diff mount brackets from an Impreza WRX Sti (cf. 2004-2007 SUBARU WRX STI DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT DIFF BRACKET SET LH/RH OEM | eBay) when installing the R180 rear diff using the rear subframe...
  13. Lighting and Electrical
    Finally got round to replacing the headlight lenses. Driver side needed a new ballast as well. Was fried from water getting in. Baked both headlights for 20mins at 115C, old sealant came out easy and resealed with fresh morimoto butyl. New pair of eyes went on no problem. Hoping the seals...
  14. Steering, Suspension and Handling
    Hi all, I was hoping to get some input regarding suspension options. I was intent on upgrading the suspension to something more street-friendly, but I recently got a permit to access a trail along the beach. I don’t plan on full-on mud running or rambling, but I’m trying to find the best setup...
  15. Engine and Exhaust
    Hi guys, I'm relatively new to Forester ownership. I have an 04 SG5 2.0 XT which I have just taken for it's first MOT since I've owned it and it failed on emissions. The previous owner fitted a decat so along with the usual service items I'm looking to fit a sports cat in it's place. I'm having...
  16. Lighting and Electrical
    Ok, I know what you all are going to say, I’m going to sound like a doofus, but I’m ok with that and I’m curious about this. I was looking online for cool/new headlights for my 07-08 forester. As I’m looking through it suggests 2011-13 Cherokee headlights. At first, I thought they were Forster...
  17. Interior and Electronics
    Hi Guys I'm still waiting for my JDM Forester 05' XT to land, but in the meantime doing research and looking to purchase what I would need to fix up the audio system and double din hutchs. Here's where it is at currently; So the top hutch has a tray and screen that is currently stored, and...
  18. General Troubleshooting and Technical Help
    Hello everyone! Just joined this forum and looking forward to all the healthy discussions. I have a 03 Forester XT 2.0 Turbo, I love the car but it does have its days. Recently, I noticed a strange sound coming from the front area especially when decelerating, it's almost like an alternator...
  19. Steering, Suspension and Handling
    So I've been looking around trying to find a post from someone that has a JDM SG5 and use coilovers made for a USDM SG5 but I cant seem to find anything, can anyone help me out? I've been looking at getting a set of BC Coilovers (BC Racing BR Series Coilovers (SG)) but before I spend $1k+ I want...
  20. Interior and Electronics
    I've scoured the forums here and elsewhere for an answer to this and I think I know what the issue is, but can't find a solution. Back story: I currently performed a full interior swap from an SG5 XT to my daily SG5 XS. Leather seats and black/grey interior is so much nicer than the tan/beige...
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