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They look great lifted. But according to my mechanic you have to correct the geometry and get different/longer drive shafts so you're not chewing up cv joints. Think there's some magic Subaru Lego formula to make it all work.

A lowered Forester is just a boxy Impreza no?

@RonAsheton I reckon the ride height looks good with the meaty tyres. Should drive nicely too.

Yeah, they are but HEL are a touch more local and also very affordable.

Yeah those re003 are pretty good. I used to run them on my 306. The outside shoulder will wear fast though.

HEL brake lines, sandgate qld

https://au.helperformance.com/contact

Honestly though, fresh open lines are probably fine too.

Which potenza did you get? Sport or RE003?

Going to look great I reckon.

Still thinking about your brakes. Might just have air stuck in the abs pump or worst case, something up with the master cylinder.

So, just to clarify... You're stamping on the brakes as hard as possible and the car is not locking up/going into ABS?

In your experience, would you say subie brakes are not over assisted compared to other makes?

As an example, my Audi is has a very boosted brake feel, like just touch em and you stop. Good for creating an impression of braking power.

My Peugeot though, it has race spec 380mm alcons up front with higher spec fluid and pads and braided lines. It's got a softer more progressive feel, yet doesn't feel immediately bitey so maybe be assumed to be less powerful. They have proven themselves from repeated high speed stops to be plenty powerful though, and easier to modulate.

Could be many things all adding up to shit braking. Even with a fluid flush the lines might not be clean. Can take multiple goes to get them clear and air free too. Old pads could be glazed so not 'biting' or maybe being an import it's got some fancy race pads on that are shit when not hot i.e street driving? I would think the discs would be ok as long as they are not grooved or heavily worn.

Definitely try braided lines as the old rubber lines could be well past their best and basically acting as balloons and sapping power/feel. Then you'll do new fluid anyway and a re bleed.

Then your brakes will be good and your tyres will need an upgrade.... And then....

Very nice. Reminds me of my KS Hi-beat, but better, and running.... Sadly mine has stopped functioning and is awaiting a service.

I saw a good cross sport today. Should snapped a pic but was driving... Beige/khaki textured stone guard paint on the body, black textured paint on the bumpers and side panels and all black wheels. Looked ready for an apocalypse.

At least they're not 19" diamond cut rims. My Audi needs the wheels refurbished thanks to the ah, skills of the other half... Got a quote for $750 per wheel to fix back to factory finish.

If you love the car, get the wheels you really want. You'll look at it every day and be happy you did. I don't really like the wheels I put on my Peugeot, but they were the only ones that fit over the brakes so I was limited... But yeah always a bit dissatisfied with how it looks. And the fact that I got the offset slightly wrong so there's rubbing on the guards

Embrace full sti colours and fit these

https://www.ozzytyres.com.au/wheel-and-tyre-packages/hussla-021-pink-machined-lip-17x7

Does that include shipping?

Ooh, that's fun when little mods give so much reward. Good stuff

Just bought a cool FJ43.....

My miniature garage is getting quite a variety. Closest I'll get to all my dream cars!

Well yeah, it's a warning. The engine will let you know when it really wants to stop....

Knock sensors stop early detonation from a lean mix right? Driving gently would be advised correct?

@RonAsheton fill yer boots
https://www.possumbournemotorsport.com/

True, should probably say "thorough" service, or in dealer speak, major service. All fluids inc transmission and diffs, plugs and yeah, cleaning of any corrosion from sensor plugs and definitely the timing belt.

@midlife
I currently have a "Prince" derived EP6 engine in my pug 308 so any timing codes fill me with fear

Hmm, that sounds like it needs a good service at the minimum. New plugs at least. The codes related the timing are but concerning. *Not an expert

Did you note down the codes? What did they relate to? Quite often O2 sensors go and cause codes. As long as there's no serious codes relating to overheating, timing errors or strange air/fuel mix, lack of boost etc. etc.

Take my money!

Bolt pattern, pcd, offset etc etc. Yeah, it's easy to fuck it up! Luckily the Subaru market is well catered for. You should be fine.

Try getting wheels for a Peugeot in aus 😵‍💫

Are they "Hussla" rims? They normally sell those in wheel and tyre packages for around the $2k mark. Might be worth investigating that if you need tyres anyway?

Something like
https://www.ozzytyres.com.au/wheel-and-tyre-packages/hussla-030-gold-17x7