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April 13, 2010. We started out looking for a used Forester. After looking at 2 different used models, we realized that we would not be happy driving someone else's old smelly car. Our local dealer was expecting a shipment of new 2010 models in, 1 of which was a Red Special Edition model. We got the call that the new cars had arrived and hurried up to have a look. The red color was nice, but the SE model looked bare compared to the Premium. So, we took the Sage Green Premium out for a 3 hour test drive (actually, it was like 15 miles, we went to the movies) and talked it over during the down time.

A few text messages (during the movie) and a phone call afterwards, the salesman had the paperwork running for our new Forester. The rest is what you see below. I will keep this updated, but the plans for mods are very small. Window tint, tow hitch, maybe OEM tweeters and maybe a few odds and ends along the way.

Here are the photos on the Dealership lot parked next to the FSXT.

And while we were their, Brian's mom stopped by with her 2010 Impreza.

 

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Justin at Joseph Subaru picked her up and then returned her today with fresh window tint. The front doors, windshield and sunroof were tinted.

General photos of the interior, engine bay etc.

And the 2 Foz's tucked away in the garage

 

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Swaying less in the 2010 ForesterX

After driving the 2010x and then driving our FSXT, it was apparent that the 10 needs some help in the sway area. A call to Turn in Concepts helped with this issue. Tony at TiC made us a killer deal on a Whiteline 20mm RSB non adjustable.

Measurements of the 2 sways. The oem piece is a weak 16mm. Yes, 16mm.

The Whiteline is 20mm.

Stock sway in place.

Removing the RSB was as easy as 6 bolts

Remove the 2 shown here(on each side)

And remove this bolt(on each side)

I installed the Whiteline with the letters correct side up to notice that it will rub the exhaust. A quick review of the stock photos showed the bar needed to be flipped.

My impression is good. I think the rear end feel more planted with less rear roll. The front needs a 22mm but that will wait for a few miles.

Total time for Tuned200 and myself. 15 mins max.

 

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i was tricked!!!! i opened the thread without properly reading and then saw no posts.

Photos will be up tomorrow. It's my birthday for a few more hours, I'm going to go enjoy it.

A new car. Nice choice.

Like the colour too.

Thanks Steve.

 

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Car looks awesome!

LOL, thanks

Congrats on the second fozzie guys.
I know Brian had been looking for something, and then selling the LGT was all the motivation you guys needed to pull the trigger eh?

We looked at an 03 and a 06. Both were also 4eat models. The 03 had engine tick noise, and the 06 smelled worse than a bar ashtray. So since we could not find anything clean used, new was the way we went.

ah crud, no pics yet.....it is tomorrow on the East coast already! hehe.

It is, uploading them now.:biggrin:

 

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Sorry for the delay, photos are posted.

 

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Wheels are a must. Gotta look cool.

 

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But it's already got kewl wheels. :bling:

How about a nice ducktail? I had the factory one put on mine. Made it go from mild to wild! :biggrin:

Pic please. :biggrin:

 

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New tint photos on the 1st page. Thanks for looking.

 

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Added a few new photos on page 1. Thanks for looking.

 

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Great job and nice ride. When I went shopping for my '10, the dealer had every color in stock. There really wasnt a bad color IMO...but the dark interior was the MUST have seeing as my daughter and outdoorsy activities would destroy the lighter interior....my girlfriend really loved the sage green but no black interior, and i wasnt about to start swapping interiors!

We looked at the different colors but green is my favorite. I would love to have the dark interior but the light interior is growing on me.

So Pam, are you going to take it off roading? It can do the job. Brian should have the plans for the skid plate. He just needs the measurements for the "X" cut out of my design.

A dirty Foz is a happy Foz.

lol! Maybe minor off roading. We already have plans to take it on our first camping trip in May.

 

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BTW, good idea on the RSB. We'll be waiting on feedback!

I think the rear end comes around to easy now. We are looking for an upgrade for the front.

Very nice!! Congrats :Banane35:

Thank you.

 

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awsome thread, glad your having fun with your forester's

:biggrin: Thanks for looking. I hope to have a tweeter mod soon.

Your FXT is coming along nicely.

 

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The rsb is a nice upgrade. It really helps with the feel. Thanks for the views.

 

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Added my members directory photo.

 

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Planning to install my snow wheels tonight. Any recommendations on jacking points for a hydraulic Jack?

 

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Thanks for the views.

 

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Swapped to my winter wheels and tires today. Thanks for the help honey!

 

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BigWoofersnet shoots with a Canon 7D IIRC.

 

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Thank you for the tip. I can wait to have this installed!