07 2.5i r160 rear end compatible with the WRXs?

Nitrous · 11-18-2012, 05:00 PM

I pretty much want to know if I can stick the rear axles of a WRX in my 2.5i

I've had a rotational type of whining noise in the rear passenger side of my car for quite some time now so I looked into it the other day and I found one of the springs popped out of the pin/shoe in the e-brake assembly so I replaced those now it's not rubbing on the rotor anymore. I put one of my wheels back on it and rolled it around and didn't hear any rubbing or whining noises so I buttoned everything back up I drive it around and there's still a whining metal on metal kind of noise.

My car was in a small collision last winter and there seemed to be no major damage from my visual inspection but I have reason to believe something is up with the rear end now.

It's isolated to the rear passenger side of my car so COULD I just find the rear passenger side axle of a 06-07 WRX and stick it in my car? I have access to a full shop and doing the work is no problem for me and I figured this was the best way to get it 100% rather than guessing at parts.

On the other side, it could just be inner/outer CV and/or a wheelbearing, but if someone with more experience would pitch in I'd greatly appreciate it.

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Nitrous · 11-18-2012, 05:01 PM

Not sure if this is in the correct section, move me if needed!

Nitrous · 11-20-2012, 02:59 AM

bump for help

RaceFaceXC · 11-20-2012, 12:14 PM

Chk the transmission and drivetrain forum. There is a thread with parts from year to year, etc. I am pretty sure some WRX axle will fit but I don't know if it's the same year as your 07

mke723 · 11-20-2012, 02:02 PM

it should fit, but i would check your wheel bearings first, thats a far more common problem than an axel.

11-18-2012, 05:00 PM	#1
Nitrous Scooby Specialist Member#: 136929 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NY Vehicle: 2007 2.5i Satin Jizz Pearl	07 2.5i r160 rear end compatible with the WRXs? I pretty much want to know if I can stick the rear axles of a WRX in my 2.5i I've had a rotational type of whining noise in the rear passenger side of my car for quite some time now so I looked into it the other day and I found one of the springs popped out of the pin/shoe in the e-brake assembly so I replaced those now it's not rubbing on the rotor anymore. I put one of my wheels back on it and rolled it around and didn't hear any rubbing or whining noises so I buttoned everything back up I drive it around and there's still a whining metal on metal kind of noise. My car was in a small collision last winter and there seemed to be no major damage from my visual inspection but I have reason to believe something is up with the rear end now. It's isolated to the rear passenger side of my car so COULD I just find the rear passenger side axle of a 06-07 WRX and stick it in my car? I have access to a full shop and doing the work is no problem for me and I figured this was the best way to get it 100% rather than guessing at parts. On the other side, it could just be inner/outer CV and/or a wheelbearing, but if someone with more experience would pitch in I'd greatly appreciate it. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

11-18-2012, 05:01 PM	#2
Nitrous Scooby Specialist Member#: 136929 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NY Vehicle: 2007 2.5i Satin Jizz Pearl	Not sure if this is in the correct section, move me if needed! Last edited by Nitrous; 11-19-2012 at 09:10 PM.

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11-20-2012, 02:59 AM	#3
Nitrous Scooby Specialist Member#: 136929 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NY Vehicle: 2007 2.5i Satin Jizz Pearl	bump for help

11-20-2012, 12:14 PM	#4
RaceFaceXC Scooby Specialist Member#: 165749 Join Date: Dec 2007 Chapter/Region: South East Location: stupid Florida Vehicle: 2007 No YELLING on the bus!	Chk the transmission and drivetrain forum. There is a thread with parts from year to year, etc. I am pretty sure some WRX axle will fit but I don't know if it's the same year as your 07

11-20-2012, 02:02 PM	#5
mke723 Scooby Newbie Member#: 219094 Join Date: Aug 2009 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: 07 95L-RS Rally custom OBS paint	it should fit, but i would check your wheel bearings first, thats a far more common problem than an axel.