rexster Posted July 22, 2010 Share Posted July 22, 2010 That appears to be the case, although he didn't have the new arm to compare. but if you look at the photos you can see that the new arm is wider where the new ball joint bushing is: new: http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/36wrxstifd2011.jpg old: http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/07/38wrxstifd2011.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 they look the same to me. or maybe its the way the photo are taken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexster Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 you can see it pretty clearly in this video [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq0DRgrZELE&feature=player_embedded]YouTube- 2011 Subaru WRX STI Launch[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Hmm, they still look the same. If they are different, I wonder if the whole 2011 arm will swap over then? [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Sorry, I must be missing something...after seeing how long the OEM stuff last, why would you buy them again. The aftermarket has seen the junk the OEM's have made and has much better replacements offered. Example, Last evening I installed a Moog right outer tie rod end on my sons 2001 Acura Interga. The Moog part was much beefier then the OEM Acura part. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 You aren't buying an OEM replacement. You are buying an OEM part. The new part is, likely, much better than the standard and looks to be a better option than aftermarket rear LCA bushings. All current options, both aftermarket and OEM, rely on deflection of a bushing medium to handle changes in suspension movement. This, however, simply rotates a ball-in-cup. The rubber bushing bits are only there to help isolate the chassis from vibration. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexster Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Hmm, they still look the same. If they are different, I wonder if the whole 2011 arm will swap over then? the STi has a wider track which I'm guessing means wider control arms. but the 2011 wrx owners could probably use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesuby Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 I'm ordering the "front" LCA bushings from an STi as well. Based on the comments from ifbiker in this thread they appear to be stiffer than ours. I'm taking the car in for Konis and new LCA bushings soon because the "tennis ball" looks like a pit bull has been chewing on it. Seeing the diagram and the "front" LCA bushing, I have to ask how much wear do these things get? They look like they only move much like a door hinge and don't get any substantial amount of stress. I never heard of anyone replacing them before. That being said, if the LCA is coming off the car anyway, how much extra would it cost to change the "fronts" out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexster Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 I'm taking the car in for Konis and new LCA bushings soon because the "tennis ball" looks like a pit bull has been chewing on it. Seeing the diagram and the "front" LCA bushing, I have to ask how much wear do these things get? They look like they only move much like a door hinge and don't get any substantial amount of stress. I never heard of anyone replacing them before. That being said, if the LCA is coming off the car anyway, how much extra would it cost to change the "fronts" out? The "front" bushing is #7 in the diagram. The part number I have for the STi bushing is 20204AG040 and I think they are around $17 each from Fred Beans. For me, it is worth replacing them while the arm is off the car. ymmv... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 So can anyone confirm if the ball-joint style rear LCA bushings will swap? [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanT55 Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Any chance these would fit the 2010 LGT?? Rgds, DT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesuby Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Iguess for $34 it's probably smart to replace those bushings. I want to have this done once and put the LCA back for good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easton Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 Can anyone confirm that these are compatible with 05-09 legacy? I'm getting ready to tear apart the front end of my outback and these look like a fantastic solution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shtbxr22 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm ordering these. they'll fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shtbxr22 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Any chance these would fit the 2010 LGT?? Rgds, DT doubtful, seeing as the front suspension is redesigned. besides, to change them would be a whole nightmare unless you have a dealership do it, and you'll pay out the ass for labor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeoW71 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm ordering these. they'll fit. So, why is one parts dealer saying they don't fit, and than a subaru mechanic saying they will? Trying to decide what to do. I'm thinking of getting the aluminum control arms. Just wondering if it would better just to get the complete control arm if it fits at that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shtbxr22 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 let's just do this: one of our salesman ordered a pair of the bushings, and are due in monday or tuesday. I'll see if he'll let me attempt to install them. then I can make a report as to they are 100% compatible or not. if they fit then i'll get some for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexster Posted August 9, 2010 Share Posted August 9, 2010 you may want to compare the new bushing to a stock one before you take off your control arms. you may find it enlightening... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanaenk Posted August 9, 2010 Share Posted August 9, 2010 OT: Will 08-10 STi (I take it 2011 is different) lca fit LGT/Spec.b? Want to make the job of replacing front/rear LCA bushings with Whiteline a little easier, and it seems that it's easier to score a set of used STI lca's. 666 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naimouasta Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 most likely the dimensions of the control arms are different. if you must get a separate set of control arms; probably best to get legacy ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shtbxr22 Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 ok, so I verify the pillow ball bushings do not fit. they are thinner top to bottom, and wider. very unfortunate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 That's a real bummer. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Dragon Posted October 31, 2010 Share Posted October 31, 2010 Can someone measure the arm and make a comparision of the spec.b and 2011 STi?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shtbxr22 Posted October 31, 2010 Share Posted October 31, 2010 I'll do it next time mine is in the air, but i won't promise when. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Dragon Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 Thanks in advance man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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