Tools

For this install in the manner described you will need on a 14 mm socket, an extension or two, anti-seize isn’t necessary but is nice, and your ratchet. If your car is of ample height like the lifted Forester you won’t even need jack stands but a jack is needed to hold the trans in place when taking out the bolts and nuts. There are many ways to do this install but this would be the minimalist approach. Taking out the least amount of bolts to get you back on the road and enjoying your modifications.

My tool set for this job. My 3/8th ratchet, Milwaukee 3/8 electric ratchet and Grey pneumatic socket set. Kind of a tool, my big bottle of Versachem Anti-seize.