With 4 inch blocks at the engine crossmember and 3 inch blocks at the trans crossmember, the exaust angles up, not straight back. With my 2 piece driveline, the carrier bearing mounted good and high, I have lots of clearance you could never boast about with your not lifted car.
In the end, I see your point. I've yet to see an Australian (Subaru) offroad shot or video of anything but sand, ruts, or mild mud holes. I'm unimpressed.
Evans Creek would change your mind about not lifting your car. (as my boy Team CF will find out in August) back at your bro.
Have you ever seen some of the vids or pics of what the guys up North of us do with their Soobs at Walker Valley?
You are set in your ways. Not sure that even if I did know it all that you would listen to anything I say. Not real sure where you put your "gaming money". . .
Enjoy your non-lift. Enjoy your non-video gaming life. I'm sure there's plenty of other stuff to do where you're located.