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AMR coil over issue.
I've had the AMR coil overs installed on my 92' for 4 years.
The car handles completely different and I like it. However, this last weekend I noticed that the rubber part of the top mounts on the front coil overs are pretty deteriorated. I'm not feeling too safe about driving it again until I figure out how to fix it. I've contacted Andy at AMR but I haven't heard back yet. I'll attach the pics that I sent to him. Any input is appreciated.
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92' Ebony. Magnaflow exhaust, tinted windows, STI wheels, 97' grille, Bontrager Works SB, ECUtune transaxle and TCU. 77' IHC Scout SSII |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
That is the top mount for the strut, which on an OEM is a separate part. I'm not a mechanic, but if memory serves me correctly you can replace it pretty easily. However you need a spring compressor to do it after the strut is removed from the car.
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Peter ART Cryogenic/Slotted Rotors, Stainless Steel Brake Lines, PWR Radiator, Tranny cooler, Stebro, Earthworm's Poly Differential/front & rear swaybar bushings, Koni Inserts and Mychailo SVX Sport Springs all 4 corners, Indigo Blue paint. Liquid Silver Wheels. |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
Thanks for the input.
However the top mount that you see is a custom unit made by AMR not the stock part. I have as of yet to get a response from AMR about a warranty replacement. I should have been more direct with my question which is should I park it until I can get the parts to fix it? Or can I still drive it?
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92' Ebony. Magnaflow exhaust, tinted windows, STI wheels, 97' grille, Bontrager Works SB, ECUtune transaxle and TCU. 77' IHC Scout SSII |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
As I mentioned earlier, I'm not a mechanic. But, it's my understanding that under normal driving a tear in the rubber of a top mount will not lead to catastrophic failure unless the pressure comes off of the strut. ie the wheel becomes airborne over a bump or similar. It will just get noisier and gradually deteriorate more.
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Peter ART Cryogenic/Slotted Rotors, Stainless Steel Brake Lines, PWR Radiator, Tranny cooler, Stebro, Earthworm's Poly Differential/front & rear swaybar bushings, Koni Inserts and Mychailo SVX Sport Springs all 4 corners, Indigo Blue paint. Liquid Silver Wheels. |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
It's safe to drive. There's no way that rubber should have deteriorated like that already. Keep us informed of AMR's response, if you ever get one.
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1997 Bordeaux Pearl, 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350, 2018 BMW 640i GT Xdrive, 2012 Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V, |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
That's not part of the coilover, that's the top strut mount. Just order new ones from subaru and have them installed. They are like $60 i think.
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'93 LS-L named "Samantha Victoria Xavier"...Sam for short. All new and improved custom built engine with forged internals, lowered compression, upgraded cams and a stage III supercharger. AMR Engineering struts, Custom exhaust --All 3 Subaru cats removed, and replaced with 2 high flow mustang cats-- Cross-drilled & Slotted rotors, steel braided brake lines, bypassed stock Tranny cooler replaced with aftermarket B&M super-cooler, and a K&N drop in air filter. |
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Re: AMR coil over issue.
I must admit I'm not holding my breath.
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92' Ebony. Magnaflow exhaust, tinted windows, STI wheels, 97' grille, Bontrager Works SB, ECUtune transaxle and TCU. 77' IHC Scout SSII |
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