Diggs753 Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Both of my LCA bushings are torn.I'm debating about having them replaced still under warranty.But should I just get a set of Poly LCA's (no offset... untill I get my wheels and tires)?And can anyone recommend a brand.I've been looking at the AVO's. THanks guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilh Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 They are not going to replace them under warranty because there is a TSB saying the tears are fine as they are under compression when in their normal position, at least according to Subaru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs753 Posted July 31, 2008 Author Share Posted July 31, 2008 Must be a new TSB I've never heard anything about.Just as well I suppose, since they are a totally ineffective.Actually just found the TSB...Well over 15mm tear.But a failure prone part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Yeah, looking to go this route too, so any input is appreciated. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs753 Posted July 31, 2008 Author Share Posted July 31, 2008 Well,it looks like the AVO is about all there is for a poly bush.I think the Perrin would have way too much NVH and the Super Pro's seem to obsolete or non-existant now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I have a pair of used JDM/SpecB bushings for sale - they have different part and rubber appears to be softer (sic) - they came on used SpecB arms and have no signs of tears unlike my stockers. I went with Superpro anyway. What happened to Superpro btw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I have a pair of used JDM/SpecB bushings for sale - they have different part and rubber appears to be softer (sic) - they came on used SpecB arms and have no signs of tears unlike my stockers. I went with Superpro anyway. What happened to Superpro btw? What is this Superpro that you are referring to. I've heard it mentioned before, but have not found anything outside of the site that lists the bushings. um - you have PM. And let me know how much you'd want for the JDMs yo. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levish Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 What is this Superpro that you are referring to. I've heard it mentioned before, but have not found anything outside of the site that lists the bushings. um - you have PM. And let me know how much you'd want for the JDMs yo. I believe they are Australia based and provided a poly-bushing for the LCA before AVO did where i got my superpro's recently http://www.turninconcepts.com/index.php?cPath=1_14_364_377_378 still a few in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 ^^ Thanks for the info. What was your reason for going with the SuperPros and what was the post-install outcome? Did you install these yourself? - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Well,it looks like the AVO is about all there is for a poly bush.I think the Perrin would have way too much NVH and the Super Pro's seem to obsolete or non-existant now. By themselves, the perrins are not to bad in terms of NVH. Its just when you add coilovers with pillowbal top hats and super thick swaybars, its starts to get alittle harsh for city driving. i rant a aetup like that for a while driving in NYC and it really wasnt that bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levish Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 ^^ Thanks for the info. What was your reason for going with the SuperPros and what was the post-install outcome? Did you install these yourself? not installed yet, waiting to do coilovers at the same time and will have someone do the install for me. the reason i went with them is because i prefer the zero offset version and couldn't find a avo version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 not installed yet, waiting to do coilovers at the same time and will have someone do the install for me. the reason i went with them is because i prefer the zero offset version and couldn't find a avo version. Gotcha - thanks;) - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srgdrum Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I have the super pro's, coil overs and cobb sway F&R. it is harsh but I like the trade off I get. Handles like no other. I got the bushings before the coilovers and was very satisfied with the added steering response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I have the super pro's, coil overs and cobb sway F&R. it is harsh but I like the trade off I get. Handles like no other. I got the bushings before the coilovers and was very satisfied with the added steering response. Did you replace the bushes yourself or have someone do it for you? - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I've got a 50 ton press, and the splitter and everything, just wondering how time consuming it would be to do this myself. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srgdrum Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 had it done at an alingment shop. not sure of the complexity of the install. prolly not that bad if you have the press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Yep, once the bushings are press in, the install is very easy. getting access to a press is the tricky part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mines Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 how much is typical fee for getting this done at a shop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 not sure. i never had to bring mine to a shop as i always did it myself with the press i have at work. I bet 40-80 bucks depending on where you go. it would not take longer than 1hr's worth of shop time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srgdrum Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 $60 I paid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I just had the rear adjustable lower arms put on and a four-wheel alignment and I paid ~$160.00. The alignment is usually $70 or so, so about $90.00 for the install (1.2 hours). I would expect to pay at least that much, possibly a bit more for the LCA install. Question though, would this also require an alignment afterward or is it just unbolt the LCA, press out, press in, and bolt the LCA back in place? Probably should do a front alignment check to make sure everything stayed static, but maybe I'm missing something. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggs753 Posted August 1, 2008 Author Share Posted August 1, 2008 I have a pair of used JDM/SpecB bushings for sale - they have different part and rubber appears to be softer (sic) - they came on used SpecB arms and have no signs of tears unlike my stockers. I went with Superpro anyway. What happened to Superpro btwIt' seemed every post I found people where having trouble finding them in stock.BTW ,Did you go offset or no offest?You'd definately need and alignment after the install.Just wondering if anyone has tried the AVO's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Question though, would this also require an alignment afterward or is it just unbolt the LCA, press out, press in, and bolt the LCA back in place? you will need an alignment. a caster change affect toe and camber. so once the bushings go in, all the other measurements will be off. you will have to get a complete alignment all over again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srgdrum Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Right. I got an alingment too. So I was only billed $60 for the install of bushings. Alingment was extra. i think I got a deal for package work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Right. I got an alingment too. So I was only billed $60 for the install of bushings. Alingment was extra. i think I got a deal for package work. The shop that does my alignment (East County Alignment for the SoCal SD crew), told me that they'll just charge me 1 hour ($88) for the install and that they'll throw in the alignment since I just had it done. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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