Brakes/Steering/Suspension Installation/Walkthrough Thread (inc. Koni) - Page 3

JDAspenW02 · 07-23-2009, 03:48 AM

is there a How-to Brake pad install for 06+ wrx?

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piecemealBHC · 08-29-2009, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JDAspenW02

is there a How-to Brake pad install for 06+ wrx?

Check out this thread:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...lacement+4+pot

a few other things I learned in the process (if you didn't know already):

-if you are doing rotors too, and they are stuck on, you can put some screws into the 2 threaded holes in the rotor to help break it loose from the hub

-be very careful with the pin spring (holds the pins in)... very easy to break/bend

-don't trust the guy at your local auto parts store to get you the right parts... I came home thinking I was all set to go and was just about to replace the pads when I noticed the ones I purchased were for 2005-earlier (non-4-pot). Further research revealed the rotor wouldn't fit either. Unfortuneately the store was closed for the weekend once I noticed this.

-avoid letting air in through the M/C or you could run into issues with the ABS pump.

illiusionz · 10-08-2009, 02:50 AM

can anyone post how to replace the rear strut mounts and stabilizer links??..the Subaru dealership wants to charge me about $600 for the job. I rather just buy the parts online and do it myself

[27] · 10-18-2009, 05:49 PM

im having issues finding a tutorial on rebuilding calipers, did i miss something in here?

BIGSKYWRX · 10-18-2009, 06:56 PM

there is a four pot rebuild thread floating around- it's a very similar process for sliders and Brembo's

BeBop86 · 10-24-2009, 01:05 PM

Does anyone have any writeups for Wheel Bearings or Tie Rods?

nkx · 10-28-2009, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BeBop86

Does anyone have any writeups for Wheel Bearings or Tie Rods?

wheel bearing write-up: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=787070

txl146 · 02-15-2010, 01:23 AM

Here is my write up on rear / front knuckles

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1917942

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1835257

Trailing arm bushings:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2000683

crpwrx · 03-04-2010, 03:39 AM

Just wondering what steering rack are interchangeable for what years. Also any advantages for swaps from newer to older years.

DC5edSTI · 03-09-2010, 12:36 PM

The links to the two threads at scooby mods for brake rotor/pad replacement don't seem to be working... any other links for changin rotors/pads on an 07 STi?

Longshot55 · 03-10-2010, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DC5edSTI

The links to the two threads at scooby mods for brake rotor/pad replacement don't seem to be working... any other links for changin rotors/pads on an 07 STi?

Pads and Rotors:

http://www.iwsti.com/forums/how-inst...e-updated.html

Pads (vid)

http://www.hspn.tv/?do=showtag&videoid=44&tagid=18

PS your car looks good (I think it's you, on rt. 58?)

DC5edSTI · 03-11-2010, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longshot55

Pads and Rotors:

http://www.iwsti.com/forums/how-inst...e-updated.html

Pads (vid)

http://www.hspn.tv/?do=showtag&videoid=44&tagid=18

PS your car looks good (I think it's you, on rt. 58?)

Thanks for the links and thanks for the compliment.... yea I'm the SWP STi that lives on rt58.... have I seen you around... i've got a ****ty memory.

Longshot55 · 03-11-2010, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DC5edSTI

Thanks for the links and thanks for the compliment.... yea I'm the SWP STi that lives on rt58.... have I seen you around... i've got a ****ty memory.

no problem, maybe I work in Shelton so I'm up and down 58 every day. I think I saw you driving a lil while ago, waved, but no reply

Actually a week or two ago when it was nice out I think you and someone else who owns the s2k were outside with both hoods popped. I noticed as I had to slow down a ton for a slow moving bus in front.

DC5edSTI · 03-11-2010, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longshot55

no problem, maybe I work in Shelton so I'm up and down 58 every day. I think I saw you driving a lil while ago, waved, but no reply

Actually a week or two ago when it was nice out I think you and someone else who owns the s2k were outside with both hoods popped. I noticed as I had to slow down a ton for a slow moving bus in front.

ohhh... I was probably zoning... i try to flash/wave at other scoobys when I notice them. What color is yours?

Yea the s2k owner is my room-mate.... do you post in the danbury thread>?

Longshot55 · 03-11-2010, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DC5edSTI

ohhh... I was probably zoning... i try to flash/wave at other scoobys when I notice them. What color is yours?

Yea the s2k owner is my room-mate.... do you post in the danbury thread>?

lol I hear ya. I have an 05 CGM wrx with a black front mount and STi side splitters, wave if your not zoned out

.

I don't typically post in the Danbury thread, I have a few times but I'm not a regular.

TixArmy · 03-13-2010, 09:41 PM

Thanks for starting this thread. It gave me all the info/courage I needed to install my SS Lines and bleed the system.

Much Appreciated!

Swindle1 · 04-12-2010, 03:26 PM

I have a '94 Impreza L 1.8l, 2WD and I was wondering if there was any info on putting a sway bar on the rear end. I know there are kits and such for AWD Impreza's but I'm having trouble finding any info on 2WD's. Thanks.

Cory

crpwrx · 04-13-2010, 01:45 AM

Any info on steering rack interchangeability?

Scooby921 · 04-14-2010, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swindle1

I have a '94 Impreza L 1.8l, 2WD and I was wondering if there was any info on putting a sway bar on the rear end. I know there are kits and such for AWD Impreza's but I'm having trouble finding any info on 2WD's. Thanks.

Cory

I'm not sure if there is any info out there. Its not something I recall seeing anywhere. I might have to do the same thing on a rally car build I'm helping a friend with. The best I can figure is that we'll need to weld some brackets in place and probably need to use wagon rear lateral links.

ErikAnderson · 07-07-2010, 09:39 PM

Hi there, i have a 03 WRX with a bad power steering pump (it is leaking, and making a lot of noise). Does anyone have a writeup handy? (i searched, and will continue searching

)

dealership wanted 800ish dollars for this, i figure it can't be that bad

Thanks in advance for any help.

Scooby921 · 07-12-2010, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ErikAnderson

Hi there, i have a 03 WRX with a bad power steering pump (it is leaking, and making a lot of noise). Does anyone have a writeup handy? (i searched, and will continue searching

)

dealership wanted 800ish dollars for this, i figure it can't be that bad

Thanks in advance for any help.

I've never seen one. I'm pretty sure any '02+ power steering pump will fit your car. You can occasionally find them for sale in the classifieds for ~$100.

theboz32 · 10-09-2010, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SUBYDOODIE

any on how to change your brake rotors?

^^^^^ yes please

found it sorry guys

trouble06 · 10-30-2010, 02:26 AM

Any 'How to adjust e-brake' thread for a 06 STI?

turboICE · 10-30-2010, 08:44 AM

Two adjustments one at lever and one at the pads.

rotelmuffin · 12-09-2010, 05:06 PM

this seriously made replacing my suspension way easier than I thought it would be

10-08-2009, 02:50 AM	#53
illiusionz Scooby Newbie Member#: 225836 Join Date: Oct 2009	Rear Strut Mounts and Stablizer links can anyone post how to replace the rear strut mounts and stabilizer links??..the Subaru dealership wants to charge me about $600 for the job. I rather just buy the parts online and do it myself

02-15-2010, 01:23 AM	#58
txl146 Scooby Guru Member#: 32459 Join Date: Feb 2003 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NY Vehicle: 02 WRX VF34 (SOLD) Junior Tuned 301whp	Here is my write up on rear / front knuckles http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1917942 http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1835257 Trailing arm bushings: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2000683 Last edited by txl146; 06-23-2010 at 07:57 PM.

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