Infamous1 Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 This weekend me and another member (Itsme) will be swapping out the stock garbage with the 06-07 WRX Act setup. Anyone have a short walkthough or steps to completing the job easily. Are there any specialty tools required? Also why we're down there knocking this out anything else I should bother replacing or changing (fluids & such)? Any help is appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 Torx Plus sockets are a must. Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 trans jack will make it much safer. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted November 30, 2007 Author Share Posted November 30, 2007 Got all those things, thanks! Any other things to watch out for that maybe different from any other job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnoDork Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 PM Paul/BJ...He single handly did my Clutch Install...I heald the Flashlight and his Beer... Granted he had a Yimi's Shop at his disposal...but nonetheless, he did all the wrenching himself... I Paul! ~Sucka-Duck~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted November 30, 2007 Author Share Posted November 30, 2007 Thanks Merv I'll hit up Paul and see if he has some extra words of wisdom.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeyd2005 Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Post pics please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted November 30, 2007 Author Share Posted November 30, 2007 Yeah I just may try to do a walk through since there currently isn't one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j255c Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 that would be awesome 06 TB EVO IX SE stock turbo monster subaru hater Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 It's pretty straightforward. The LGT is actually the easiest Subaru to do a clutch on. No special tools required. A Torx Plus is the preferred tool to take off the flywheel bolts, but I've used a regular Torx on every one I've done and not had any problems. I have never attempted a clutch install without a lift though. While the 5MT is not a heavy tranny, removing and reinstalling while lying on my back is not something I would look forward to. There are no tricks for the install. Just take off the TMIC. Remove the dogbone and starter. Drain the tranny. Remove the driveshaft. Disconnect the shifter and wiring harnesses. Remove the tranny bolts and nuts. Support the tranny and unbolt the tranny crossmember. Wiggle the tranny out. Remove the stock clutch and flywheel. Thoroughly clean the new flywheel, pressure plate and install. Insert the alignment tool and install the clutch disk and pressure plate. Torque it down even in a criss-cross pattern a little at a time so that it seats evenly. Reinstall everything else in reverse. Refill tranny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnoDork Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 And have some beer and a carne asada Taco! ~Sucka-Duck~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted December 1, 2007 Author Share Posted December 1, 2007 It's pretty straightforward. The LGT is actually the easiest Subaru to do a clutch on. No special tools required. A Torx Plus is the preferred tool to take off the flywheel bolts, but I've used a regular Torx on every one I've done and not had any problems. I have never attempted a clutch install without a lift though. While the 5MT is not a heavy tranny, removing and reinstalling while lying on my back is not something I would look forward to. There are no tricks for the install. Just take off the TMIC. Remove the dogbone and starter. Remove the driveshaft. Disconnect the shifter and wiring harnesses. Remove the tranny bolts and nuts. Wiggle the tranny out. Remove the stock clutch and flywheel. Thoroughly clean the new flywheel and install. Insert the alignment tool and install the clutch disk and pressure plate. Torque it down even in a criss-cross pattern a little at a time so that it seats evenly. Reinstall everything else in reverse. Thanks alot Paul! Seems simple enough me and bryan should be knocking it out shortly. Thanks for everyone's help, write up should follow shortly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 I added a couple little steps to my post above. Posting at 2:30am after working on cars for 14 hours pwned me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted December 2, 2007 Author Share Posted December 2, 2007 Thanks again, got it in, not fun, lift would of been nice and who decided to mount the turbo so close to the engine.....that was more than a pain! And the LWFW will take some serious getting use to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 who decided to mount the turbo so close to the engine.....that was more than a pain! bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infamous1 Posted December 2, 2007 Author Share Posted December 2, 2007 If you try to install it yourself you will see, without a lift it is a real adventure trying to seperate the trans case from the engine. The turbo is right next to the tranny when trying to pull it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 So, what do you think of the ACT set-up? Which exactly did you get? KevinH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 If you try to install it yourself you will see, without a lift it is a real adventure trying to seperate the trans case from the engine. The turbo is right next to the tranny when trying to pull it out. question, is any work required inside the car? ie. remove console to get at shift linkage or can the linkage just be disconnect from below? thanks bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 question, is any work required inside the car? ie. remove console to get at shift linkage or can the linkage just be disconnect from below? thanks bosco The linkage is disconnected under the car. I'm not sure why Infamous1 had issues with the position of the turbo. It really isn't in the way of anything when separating the tranny from the block. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 The linkage is disconnected under the car. I'm not sure why Infamous1 had issues with the position of the turbo. It really isn't in the way of anything when separating the tranny from the block. thanks. mine is scheduled for tomorrow will post results. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 The linkage is disconnected under the car. I'm not sure why Infamous1 had issues with the position of the turbo. It really isn't in the way of anything when separating the tranny from the block. maybe it becomes more of a problem when you don't have a lift? is your clutch slipping, bosco? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 maybe it becomes more of a problem when you don't have a lift? is your clutch slipping, bosco? it was slipping noticeably two weeks ago when the boost hit 22 psi so i bought a new clutch kit and drove it easy, the other day i figured what the hell i have the parts lets see what happens. guess what? no noticeable slip but you can still smell the clutch when driven hard. i'm still going to replace it b/c it's just a matter of time b4 complete failure. i think with organic clutches they can sort of repair themselves to a point but with larger power it probably won't last. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 So what clutch kit is everyone getting? KevinH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 SB5-HDMM. You can mate that to either a stock 06+WRX flywheel or an ACT Streetlite for the same car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosco Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 SB5-HDMM. You can mate that to either a stock 06+WRX flywheel thats what i have. bosco Stay Stock Stay Happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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