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10-26-2012, 03:20 PM | #1 |
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Installed the Whiteline crossmember bushing(no pics sorry)
Installed the Whiteline crossmember bushing(no pics sorry)
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDfJ_zYFPcs"]BRZ / FT86 / FR-S Whiteline Subframe Lock Out Kit - YouTube[/ame] is it easy to install? yes very, but you need to ensure that you support the rear crossmember and have control over raising and lowering it with precision the included instructions are spot on, after you lower drop two rear 19mm bolts, you support frame of car, and drop the crossmember 3/4" to slip in the greasy bushing about an hour using some power tools(recommended, them bolts hella tight) one note- when reinstalling, hand thread the bolts in, and you may find having just a little gap is where the bolts 'like' to thread in, as you drop or raise, most floor jacks move back and forth I didnt have one handy but this is a good place to use a piston jack to ensure you dont move the crossmember fore and aft as you raise/lower, which can present a small challenge when rethreading the bolts used jack stands and ramps and a jack it slips into the 'void' props to whiteline, goes great with the Perrin rear shifter bushing together these two make the tranny feel solid thanks to both Vendors, money well spent Specifications: Polyurethane inserts fill the voids in the factory crossmember bushings (top and bottom) Prevents the rear differential housing from having to "wind up" against those big, open rubber bushings. This reduces the reaction time from when you mash the throttle to the car accelerating forward Dramatically reduces rear cross member misalignment & movement which allows a more positive feel from the rear end during cornering No increase in NVH Notes: Fits all 2013+ Subaru BRZ's, Scion FR-S' and Toyota GT86's |
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10-26-2012, 03:24 PM | #2 |
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Next mod on the list, thanks Gem
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10-26-2012, 07:49 PM | #3 |
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Yep! Next on the list! Thanks!
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10-26-2012, 07:55 PM | #4 |
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Looks good, glad you are enjoying it sir!
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10-27-2012, 01:42 PM | #5 |
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I was going to do a review on my own, but why make multiple threads.
I just installed the WL bushings on my subframe, 30 minute install considering I needed a second hand to align the bolts and I used a lift. I suggest you loosen all four bolts but not completely removing them and then support the side your going to work on and remove those two bolts, FYI you dont need to remove the 12mm for the brake cable, save you some time on that. Other than that the instructions are plain simple. Handling: Well you get that jerk when you left off the clutch on 1st and second WITHOUT the bushings, with the bushings it feels just like you did a perfect launch off the clutch so it FEELS SMOOTH off the line. SORRY you wont be seeing your chicks TITS wiggle while you go off the line anymore. But it did make a noticeable improvement, I just need those Differential Bushings now, cause thats all you feel it needs now. Testing: Since we only have a 1/4 mile track here, Im going to see on Sunday if it helped on my 60fts. My best 60ft has been a 2.3. So if I can make it a consistant 2.3 or even 2.2 then it made a nice difference.
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10-28-2012, 10:34 PM | #6 |
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DIY is live: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20920
I agree with the feedback listed above. This is a very worthwhile investment. Who to think bits of urethane can change the car so much?
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11-08-2012, 05:20 PM | #7 |
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The nice thing is they have a full replacement and just inserts, depending on how you want to install them. We'll have a video up soon from SEMA!
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Just got these fitted on my car today and the rear feels much tighter and the suspension seems to be able to do their things with more precision. Putting power down seems instant now but I have to soften the coilovers slightly to gain some grip back.
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01-23-2013, 06:30 PM | #9 |
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I have these awaiting installation but I ran out of daylight lol. I figure the next day over 50 or so I'll get around to putting them in. I'm very anxious to install these because taking the play out of the rear subframe will definitely clean up the driving feel and help put the power down!
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01-23-2013, 07:10 PM | #10 |
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i need to get these done.
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01-26-2013, 02:00 PM | #11 |
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Might just have to do this as well.
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