S&YE219 - Dirt Subies Podcast / Lifted Subarus
About this episode
Ben, known as Lifted Subarus and host of Dirt Subis podcast, joins Subie & YOU! for a free-flowing conversation about Subaru culture, personal stories, and vehicle modifications. They discuss the evolution of Subaru designs, community growth, and the appeal of older models like the Forester and Legacy. Ben shares his passion for off-roading, camping, and the challenges of lifting Subarus. The episode also highlights supporting small businesses in the Subaru aftermarket and reflects on how owning Subarus has shaped their lives. The chat blends technical insights with heartfelt memories and future aspirations.
My buddy Ben, the host of the Dirt Subies podcast, hops on the mic to chat all things Subaru and just have a fun conversation. Be sure to check out his podcast as well and show him some Subie Love!
Links from the show, links to sponsors and discount partners, and ways to support the podcast:
Dirt Subies podcast
https://www.instagram.com/dirtsubies/
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@LiftedImports7
Lifted Subarus
https://www.instagram.com/liftedsubarus/
Clapped Forester
https://www.instagram.com/clappedforester/
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Subaru WRX
"... new, you know, yeah. The other car was a Bug Eye WRX and it was World Rally Blue. And I remember they ..."
Subaru Impreza
"...like either the legacy GT or the two five RS, the Impreza. Those were like kind of the the flagship cars un..."
Subaru Outback
"...'s so hard for me to figure out, but she's got an outback. Okay."
Subaru Bar
"...ke it is probably like the best bang for the buck Subaru bar none dude. But then I also have a legacy and oh f..."
Subaru Brat
"...aru's around. Like, you know, I remember seeing a brat like not very specifically as far as like a date"
Dodge Charger
"...my battery died, but I had an anti-gravity little charger. Jumpstart."
Subaru Ascent
"the Outback, the Forester, the Ascent. So those are your four choices."
Ford Explorer
"right off the lot, they look a lot like a Ford Explorer. But man, the way he's got his sitting"
Ford Ranger
"This is my third manual because I had a 1990 Ford Ranger that was a 5-speed manual"
Volkswagen Rabbit
"...as with my first girlfriend. She had a Volkswagen Rabbit and she..."
Toyota 4Runner
"he got a 1994 Toyota 4Runner they just had like a basic lift"
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