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2024 Subaru WRX — two-post lift in a residential garage

SleeperTraveler221Community StarterJun 25, 20262024 Subaru WRX PremiumBay Area

2024 Subaru WRX Premium, about 29,000 miles. Ceiling height looks workable, but I am more worried about slab thickness, concrete strength, anchor layout and garage-door tracks. What measurements should be confirmed before shopping lifts?

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TowDaily63Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 26, 2026permalink

I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Subaru WRX before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2024 Subaru WRX in Bay Area with 29,000 miles. Just my two cents from doing this recently. I'll update if anything new shows up.

ColdStartOwner173Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 27, 2026permalink

I'd push back a little: If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Subaru WRX, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.

TowDaily63Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 26, 2026permalink

Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Subaru WRX owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2024 Subaru WRX in Bay Area with 29,000 miles. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.

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