not sure I can help but, IC removal (actually, re-installation) is a PITA. At least it was on my WRX.

no way to avoid it?

 

Removing the IC was actually not terrible for me. First remove all 4 (possibly 5) bolts holding the IC down. Next follow the plastic IC hose down about halfway, IIRC it was on the left hand side of the car. There's a hoseclamp holding it together there...just loosen the clamp enough to rotate the entire IC assembly up and to the left. This should give you access to the pitch stop behind the IC. Don't fully remove the clamp as it will probably be slightly indexed in to the hose itself, I didnt want to remove the whole assembly so i just rotated enough to get access behind it.

 

I hope it's not too late but there is an easier way to do the pitch stop - the intercooler has a metal clip and the entire thing can be removed - I have illustrated it in a post.

Gen 6 - Gen 6 2020+ Stock Height Suspension Mods for...

While the physics of heavy weight and high ground clearance of the Outback won't let it become a sports car, it can still be improved. It has a stiff chassis and aluminum suspension parts that make this a worthy platform. This thread is for those who want to improve the Outback's suspension...

www.subaruoutback.org

 

New video by cory jeter


maybe that link works it is where I installed mine and was actually gonna edit it to put on youtube just never got around to doing that. warning I might use a little language in it.

 

Awesome! Thank you for the tips everyone.

 

I could swear I found a post where someone mentioned a "required" gasket replacement when taking the IC off (or partially off)

Does that ring a bell for anyone? Or is that only for the left IC hose?

 

I am the one that found information saying you needed to replace the gaskets since they are single-use items, but when I took mine off I didn't use new gaskets - the car is new enough that I think the gaskets are fine, I took off my intercooler twice, it's not leaking - boost is strong, so no worries.

If you want I can dig up the gasket part numbers for you

 

Here is the post where it was discussed: Gen 6 - Gen 6 2020+ Stock Height Suspension Mods for...