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Nothing gives the Subimods team more joy than connecting our customers and other members of the Subaru community with premiere manufacturers and the quality aftermarket parts they provide. Whether it involves improving the overall performance of their vehicle's engine, its handling for either street, track, or off-road adventure, an uplifted personality reflected on the exterior or interior, or enhancing the sound profile while amplifying the power, we are inspired by these companies and the creative teams that work hard to provide amazing solutions. One product category that we have covered in a number of articles and discussed in length with our customers over the years is the exhaust system. As enthusiasts we know about the long list of possibilities that can come from investigating this type of modification. The prospect of better, more aggressive sound, more power, and enhanced performance is not something a Subaru lover would ever ignore. The experienced enthusiast will confirm that there are a number of manufacturers in the automotive market that provide answers for those seeking alternatives to their factory system. One company whose engineering, design, and innovation never ceases to amaze our team is the Pennsylvania-based Air and Water Enterprises, or AWE as they are now commonly known. AWE launched their brand over three decades ago and have continued to grow as an iconic symbol of quality and respected ingenuity throughout the automotive aftermarket. It's been sometime since we have provided a focused feature centering on one product offering, but this month our team decided to push another great work of engineering into the ring which will appeal to the Subaru overland community and hopefully inspire adventurous drivers of 2020-2025 Subaru Outback XT and Wilderness models to investigate a possible injection of performance, power, and sound for their favorite platform.
Selecting products that have been carefully engineered and built for a specific purpose will always fall clearly into view for the discerning enthusiast. We realize that some conversations about performance exhausts may sway toward road and track segments of the community leaving some serious devotees of the off-road world wondering if there are any solutions for their platforms. One of the most important considerations for the enthusiast who pursues the off-road lifestyle is if a product has a robust design and construction. Obviously, an enthusiast who has chosen the Subaru Outback will be focused on the overland resiliency of the parts and accessories they add to their vehicle, in this case, an aftermarket catback exhaust system. As expected, the team at AWE has designed an exhaust system that not only serves the needs of the overland enthusiast that demand quality and sturdy construction, they also address the desire for performance, power, and sound that align with the off-road vehicle personality. The AWE 0FG Catback Exhaust System was truly designed to enhance the performance of the Subaru 2020-2025 and is an example of AWE's continued dedication to innovative development for not only the road and track, but also for off-road. First, the 0FG Exhaust System provides the Outback driver with accurate fitment, maximum clearance, and a dependable, ruggedly designed, bolt-on exhaust system that will deliver performance under any challenges. Secondly, the T304L stainless steel resonated mid pipe built AWE system incorporates their patented drone-canceling 180 Technology® which allows the vehicle to maintain a sometimes subdued sound, but also delivers an aggressive and impressive audible personality that growls when working and purrs when relaxing. Lastly, not to forget overland challenges, even though this product was designed to provide appropriate clearance, AWE has also woven in dual BashGuards™ engineered to avoid collapse if, by chance, the system comes in contact with a serious off-road obstacle.
Drilling down into the specifications and features of the AWE 0FG Catback Exhaust System, makes it important to continue a review of the noted benefits in more detail as to show the enthusiast why this solution would be an appropriate choice in their upcoming exhaust modification. AWE has engineered, manufactured, and provided a robust American-made product from CNC machined 2.5” mandrel-bent, .065”-wall U.S. sourced stainless steel to efficiently produce enhanced power, performance, while clearly supporting the engineering behind their patented drone-killing 180 technology®. This AWE technology allows the gaseous output from the Subaru Outback's 2.4T engine to flow into the system's resonator, pass efficiently through controlled ports and reflection chambers, to produce an output that establishes desirable tone and eliminates unwanted sound resonance. According to AWE's website product descriptions to accurately pinpoint 180 technology®, they explain by saying, "By controlling the size and location of the ports and the chambers, we also control when the sound waves exit the chambers. The specific timing of when the reflected sound waves rejoin the main exhaust flow creates a one-hundred-and-eighty-degree out-of-phase sound wave that cancels out problematic frequencies.” Along with all the features discussed up to this point, AWE's product also provides an additional feature set which obviously includes their patented BashGuards™ that include lock collar designs which will support a decrease in exhaust movement during challenging off-road situations, maintain safety, and ensure constant performance. In addition to the innovations in drone-cancelling, AWE also provides maximum gains of 5 hp and 3 lb-ft of torque at the vehicle's wheels while operating at a lighter weight, measuring at 5.5 lbs less than a factory system. Finally, to align with the ultimate needs of any serious Subaru enthusiast, the AWE 0FG Catback Exhaust System combines a smartly manufactured product with thoughtfully designed direct bolt-on installation steps to maintain easy steps for factory replacement. Standing firmly behind the quality and integrity of their brand, AWE has also provided a lifetime guarantee to further contribute to the customer's confidence.
Does your 2020-2025 Subaru Outback need an uplift and/or enhancement to its exhaust system? Are you currently researching the available product offerings that can satisfy your need for a performance exhaust system while enjoying your off-road pursuits?
We can confirm that the developers and innovators at AWE are aligned with your goals to find the most appropriate solution to deliver ultimate levels of satisfaction. Subimods has an experienced team of enthusiasts and car modification advocates that have the skills to direct your research toward premiere companies like AWE who bring solutions to all corners of the Subaru community. Contact us for additional help.
Subimods continues to concentrate on providing aftermarket innovations and products that take the Subaru platform of your choice to new levels in the present and the future, no matter if you choose a more exciting, dynamic daily drive, a more exhilarating weekend on the track, or a more aggressive adventure overland and in the wild. Scroll through the products displayed below to get a sampling of the many offerings available from AWE to outfit your platform of choice. If you have questions regarding the AWE 0FG Catback Exhaust System or other components within their product line, please reach out to our team who would be glad to assist.
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Bryon Turcotte - Managing Editor/Writer
Turcotte has worked as a writer, journalist, and digital content developer for 30 years. He began his career in music journalism in 1995 then worked for several years as both a staff writer, managing editor, and a freelancer for both regional and national music publications. Over the next three decades his contributions extended beyond the music industry as he served within the realms of higher education, science and technology, manufacturing, and finance. He has been serving as a content developer and writer on the Subimods Marketing team since August 2023.
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