Full bushings replacement - Page 2

jetboy · #16 02-28-2012, 02:07 PM

Thanks a lot, you.

So basically there's a choice between rubber and polyurethane where poly is the preferable choice, also for looooong rides i.e ensuring the same sound proofing and ride comfort despite better handling?

I might have to replace a brake line, they called it "pipe" on the report but that might just be a lost in translation thing.

Bottom line question: Buy the red polys, hand them over along with the service manual?

92snowmachine · #17 02-29-2012, 03:31 PM

basically yes. if you don't want too harsh of a ride or too much noise i would go for the softer kit. you would easily spend that much trying to find rubber replacements (if you can) and you might as well upgrade while your at it.

jetboy · #18 03-01-2012, 01:45 AM

Yes sir and thanks a lot.

I will edit my first post with a "Bushings for dummies" so the next person who wonders can make a simple search and be informed.

Thanks a lot everyone. Red poly kit ordered.

92snowmachine · #19 03-01-2012, 11:46 AM

did you get the extra ones for the 15 minute mod? for $20 they are worth it.

jetboy · #20 03-01-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 92snowmachine

did you get the extra ones for the 15 minute mod? for $20 they are worth it.

I've searched a bit around without actually finding the procedure. I won't do it myself, so I would need some fairly detailed instructions for the mechanic as well as specifically which bushings need to be ordered.

What about the 20 minute mod? Should that be done at the same time?

92snowmachine · #21 03-01-2012, 12:38 PM

don't know much about the 20 minute mod but here is the link to the 15 minute mod. if you have an impact gun it's more like the 2 minute mod.
http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showthread.php?t=27738

jetboy · #22 03-01-2012, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 92snowmachine

don't know much about the 20 minute mod but here is the link to the 15 minute mod. if you have an impact gun it's more like the 2 minute mod.
http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showthread.php?t=27738

Thanks, very good for the roundup also.

I'm actually a bit hestitant. The roads here... we have potholes on the highway. I'm a bit reluctant to stiffen it even more up, over here we need some cushion to avoid lumbar failure.

SVXMAN2001 · #23 03-01-2012, 02:37 PM

I did a quick search and see that members have been replacing the rear lateral link and trailer arm bushings themselves. How is removal/installation accomplished? Is a press necessary?

92snowmachine · #24 03-01-2012, 03:32 PM

it makes it easier to use a press but you can muscle them out with a combination of cutting, burning, and hammering. i bought my press at harbor freight for $100 and it works great. if you have the room to store one i would recommend to use the right tool for the job.

jetboy · #25 05-01-2012, 11:21 AM

Did anyone have an estimate for the time used to swap all the bushings, considering the 20 piece set I ordered?

I mean garage time, not DIY time.

92snowmachine · #26 05-01-2012, 11:41 AM

if they total the labor for each individual component the price would be ridiculously high. most shops will toss out a flat rate offer for what they think it would take them. i would guess 6 to 8 hours.

jetboy · #27 05-01-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 92snowmachine

if they total the labor for each individual component the price would be ridiculously high. most shops will toss out a flat rate offer for what they think it would take them. i would guess 6 to 8 hours.

6-8 hours! Since they are changing rear hubs and bearings + brakes&pads front/rear and possibly fix the exhaust leak, will there be any synergies ?

SVX_MY_BABY · #28 05-01-2012, 02:46 PM

There should be some with the hubs and bearings. The brakes & pads, exhaust won't involve anything that effects the bushings, except putting the car on the hoist.

92snowmachine · #29 05-04-2012, 08:44 AM

my motor's labor time give 6.8 hours for the rear and 7.8 hours for the front to replace all bushings. that's 14.6 hours if your shop was going to charge you by the book. 6 to 8 hours i think would be pretty reasonable for the entire job.

jetboy · #30 05-04-2012, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 92snowmachine

my motor's labor time give 6.8 hours for the rear and 7.8 hours for the front to replace all bushings. that's 14.6 hours if your shop was going to charge you by the book. 6 to 8 hours i think would be pretty reasonable for the entire job.

Yeah, let's hope they agree on that. 8 hours labour here equals to $1.380 here. Of course, adjusting for purchase power the case is quite different. For the same amount of money I could fly to Hong Kong and back.