bettner12 Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I just emailed raxles to see if they could do anything. I have another set of axles coming in so I can send one off if they need it. If that falls through, I'll look into machining wrx hubs to work. What was Subaru thinking though? Just make them the same lol Talk to Mary at awd tuning. She's in tight with the dss crew and has a high hp spec b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I've got something in the works right now with RCV Performance. After talking for a bit, I found out they manufacture a lot of components for Driveshaft Shop. Since RCV manufactures everything they build, they would have no problem making us axles. From the sounds of it, they also want to get into import aftermarket. I'll know more after this week, and I'll either drop off my spare axles, or ship them out, depending on my work schedule. RCV is a somewhat local business. Just under 2 hours away from me, and I've dealt with them on multiple occasions during my Jeeping days. I've explained how specB axles aren't the easiest to come by when doing an STi swap (the person I spoke with was a Subaru guy, so it was quite easy to explain the situation), and are pretty much the only option when doing the swap on a LGT. He said the more people that are interested and willing to get a set, will be a large factor in if they decide to go ahead with the project and start producing axles. With that being said, I want to start a list with who would be interested in getting stronger rear specB axles. As for the price point, we'd be looking at DSS prices. Maybe slightly higher or lower, depending on how many initial sets will be made. The list, just for a general idea: 1. Doogie29th 2. Strizzy 3. bnguyenbb6 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Yeah raxles said no. I'm in on RCVs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted March 25, 2014 Moderators Share Posted March 25, 2014 As for the price point, we'd be looking at DSS prices. Maybe slightly higher or lower, depending on how many initial sets will be made. What does this translate to dollar-wise per axle? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 DSS prices for 800hp are 5-600 per axle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 bump for updates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 I have a set of DSS axles at my shop now for my 09 SpecB that I will be test fitting in the next week or so.I've been working closely with Frank and crew at DSS for years and really love what they do and how they treat their customers. I will keep you guys updated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Was that set made spec b specific or are they the conversion axles? Keep us updated Mary, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 Was that set made spec b specific or are they the conversion axles? Keep us updated Mary, thanks They are not conversion axles. Sadly I don't have much spare time and the shop is very busy but I'll try my best to get my car on a lift to test fit them ASAP and let you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doogie29th Posted April 3, 2014 Author Share Posted April 3, 2014 Was this just a bar up grade or did DDS make an axle for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 Was this just a bar up grade or did DDS make an axle for you? This is not a bar upgrade. They are full level 5 1200hp axles made by DSS. (man I really want to find time to test fit them so I can update you guys with photos...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettner12 Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 Mary's car is on the lift currently, she should have an update later or sometime tomorrow hopefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 Mary's car is on the lift currently, she should have an update later or sometime tomorrow hopefully. Yeah you guys got me anxious so I pulled Keith off the dyno so we could test fit these guys tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 They didn't work but we got the measurements we need and will be sending them along with my stock axles to DSS ASAP. My legacy is down waiting on new cams and a new turbo kit so I've got a few weeks before I need them back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doogie29th Posted April 3, 2014 Author Share Posted April 3, 2014 I have been dealing with Tad from DDS since Jan. They cant make the needed axles because of the 25 spline count. wrx has 24 and sti has 27. is what he told me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimlin Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 I have been dealing with Tad from DDS since Jan. They cant make the needed axles because of the 25 spline count. wrx has 24 and sti has 27. is what he told me Hmmm... I've been dealing with Frank since last year. He didn't mention this to me. I will talk to him tomorrow before I send anything out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doogie29th Posted April 3, 2014 Author Share Posted April 3, 2014 Tad has a rear spec b axle of mine there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doogie29th Posted April 3, 2014 Author Share Posted April 3, 2014 Soo true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Man...is it too much to ask for a 1200hp axle for a car they only made 500 of for 3 years lol I'm definitely in if there is some sort of solution. If the rear control arm was redrilled to fit an sti hub, could we just use sti rotors, brakes and axles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 I'll be sending in my spare axle Monday afternoon, after I get back from my work trip. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted April 5, 2014 Share Posted April 5, 2014 If they need a set as cores to build, I have an extra set that we can send in and alternate out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted April 5, 2014 Share Posted April 5, 2014 So far, it sounds like they are going to manufacturer them from scratch. They just need the one to reverse engineer. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Had another conversation with RCV today. I will be sending out my spare axle today, hopefully around my lunch break. Talking with the engineer, he was asking what part of the axle assembly specifically breaks. I know I had a failure in the CV, but never removed the boot to inspect the failure, as I needed to return it for a core. They want to know what needs to be strengthened, to try and keep costs down a bit, rather than build the strongest possible axle and have it be $1k per side. Which I still wouldn't have a problem with. Also, if anyone has a broken rear specB axle, please let me know. I have a feeling good things are going to happen in the coming months. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 I just pulled one off my car last night. Do you need to see what broke in it? It broke in the CV but it may have been the axle bar in the CV boot. I'd be okay at $1k per axle if it was pretty much bullet proof ie.1200hp rated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 If you could remove the boot and clean it up, please take some pictures and send them to me. It would help out a LOT. PM me for my email address when you have them. This will allow them to focus on the failure point. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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