Chicken's Crosstrek
 

I had been wanting a Crosstrek for a few years.. I almost pulled the trigger and got a 2017 in the tan khaki, but decided to wait as the 2018's were going to be the new platform.

After seeing the new specs, I decided to wait. About a month in a half ago, I put an order in!


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2018 Premium Crystal White Pearl with 6-speed manual with black interior.

Add-ons straight from the dealer are going to be:
-Sunshade
-Auto-dimming mirror with homelink
-Body side molding
-Rear bumper cover
-All weather floor mats
-STi roof spoiler
-crossbars
-rear seat back protector

The main reason I wanted the side molding was 1) it will help with door dings in parking lots B) I plan on getting the whole front clip and the first half of the doors clear bra'd. I think the molding will be a nice "line" to bring the clear bra up to and somewhat hide the edge along most of the doors.[center][b]----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
[u]Current Modification list[/u]
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[b][u]Engine[/u][/b]
-k4rt3oy (mall rated) oil cap


[b][u]Wheels/Tires[/u][/b]
-Method Race Wheels 15x7+15
-BF Goodrich KO2 235/75/15
-full size matching 5th wheel

[b][u]Suspension[/u][/b]
-OEM struts and springs
-ADF 1.5" lift and multi link spacer kit


[b][u]Interior Modifications[/u][/b]
-Weathertech all-weather floor mats
-Diodedynamics LEDs
---map/dome - "Cool white" in SMF6 (94 lumens)
---cargo - "Cool white" in SMD12 Board (118 lumens)
---rear license - "Pure White 5k" and "HP5 92 lumens"
-Custom paneled S-tech 6 dual LED rocker switches (Team Tech Offroad)
-BDR Fabrication custom shift knob
-Raingler dog barrier net
-Orsinivinylanddesigns steering wheel overlay
-Farbon Ciber HVAC cover
-Raingler paracord grab handles
-BDR Fabrication custom e-brake button
-DIY lock box
-Diode Dynamics LED strip cargo light
-RAM X-grip phone mount
-CF HVAC vent and steering wheel trim covers
-Raingler storage cargo net

[b][u]Exterior Modifications[/u][/b]
-Full front clip clear bra by Detail Maniac
-Body side molding
-Rear bumper cover
-STi roof spoiler
-Lamin-x yellow fog light tint
-Door handle CF guards
-Rokblokz mudflaps
-KC Cyclone retrofitted rear reflectors
-32" LED light bar behind lower grill
-Partial Laminx rear tail lights
-Window deflectors
-Orsinivinylanddesigns front and rear emblem overlays
-JM bumper guard
-Vvivid Vinyl wrapped rear hatch panels
-ADF ditch light mounts
--Rigid Industries Radiance ditch lights (amber)
-Muffler delete
-Philips LED fog light bulbs
-Raptabru LED Grill lighs

[b][u]Miscellaneous[/u][/b]
-Yakima Loadwarrior (w/ extension) and 32" LED light bar
--3 KC Cyclones mounted to rear of basket
-Auto-dimming mirror with homelink
-35% front window tint, 45% windshield
-Hardwired/mounted Rexing V1P front/rear dash cam
-ARB CKMA12 air compressor in trunk
---exterior air line to rear bumper
-Hi-lift Jack HL 484
--Custom jack mount
-Hardwired/mounted Uniden R3
-EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver
-DIY Spare Tire Carrier
-Rally washers for skid plate
-Hood Struts
-Engine bay LED lights
-Outer Tents RTT (Osprey Hardshell)

Oh, nice!

Got a call Monday afternoon that the car was in. I went in that evening and finished all the paperwork. Had 4 miles on it when I picked it up :) Not too bad for the night before my birthday :joker:

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Tuesday I took a couple side profile shots for a before/after once a few things have been taken care of ;)

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This is what the STi rear spoiler looks like up close

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So far ive really enjoyed the car. A couple things that I probably would not have gotten if I saw them first
-all weather floor mats
-subaru sunshade

I really like all weather mats, but these are kinda lack luster. Ill probably end up getting something aftermarket like weathertech or husky. Something that has more coverage and go up the side of the footwells a bit.

The sunshade is build nice, and seems like it will block heat out, but its a PITA to fold. Its more of an accordion style that has to be folded up a certain way to sit flat together. It does not cover the entire windshield because I think they cut them all to fit with eyesite just in case the car had it. Might get an aftermarket one as well. The ones (forgetting the brand name right now) i got for my civic and STi are amazing. Cut to fit perfecting and make a HUGE difference on heat in the car.

Wheels and tires showed up yesterday :D

Method 502 VT-spec (15x7+15)
BFGoodrich ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2 235/75/15

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Unfortunately did not get to test fit them, although I dont think they will fit as is anyways. BUT I do have an order in with Anderson Design Fabrication for one of their lift kits. I also couldnt test fit because the car got dropped off at Detail Maniac to get the entire front clip, and part of the doors clear bra'd :)

fixed image resizing issues since the site doesnt do it automatically like every other forum on the internet :rolleyes:

Word up!

[QUOTE=newyorkreload;3654414]Word up![/QUOTE]

:giggity:

Hoping to get it back tomorrow :)

:wavey: Is it coming to BAM?

[QUOTE=04GG;3654502]:wavey: Is it coming to BAM?[/QUOTE]

Sure is!

Im HOPING to get the lift and wheels/tires on before then. Timing might be cutting it close.

[QUOTE=stupidchicken03;3654504]Sure is!

Im HOPING to get the lift and wheels/tires on before then. Timing might be cutting it close.[/QUOTE]

Go on...

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:lol:

Not so much, as it is still going to be my daily driver. 1.5" ADF lift kit. The wheels are also larger than stock and should lift it a little over another half inch.

Stock vs whats going on.

[QUOTE=stupidchicken03;3654511]:lol:

Not so much, as it is still going to be my daily driver. 1.5" ADF lift kit. The wheels are also larger than stock and should lift it a little over another half inch.

Stock vs whats going on.[/QUOTE]

I dig it. I'm still sourcing the bits in need to give the WRX and 1" in front and 1 3/4" in back using JDM STi Forester bits and a small spacer in the rear. Then I'm looking at new wheels with205/65/15 or stick with my volks and get 215/65/16s... we'll see

I would love to go for a ride alone to see how the tires feel. Im still thinking of what i want to do with my crosstrek

[QUOTE=newyorkreload;3654517]I dig it. I'm still sourcing the bits in need to give the WRX and 1" in front and 1 3/4" in back using JDM STi Forester bits and a small spacer in the rear. Then I'm looking at new wheels with205/65/15 or stick with my volks and get 215/65/16s... we'll see[/QUOTE]
That'll be fun!
[QUOTE=i<3dirt;3654521]I would love to go for a ride alone to see how the tires feel. Im still thinking of what i want to do with my crosstrek[/QUOTE]

Sounds good. Talked to Man yesterday, car will be done either Fri night or Sat. So STi is going to the meet this week haha.