TheLetterE Posted February 26, 2016 Share Posted February 26, 2016 Hey there, I recently ordered some replacement CV axles for both the front driver and passenger sides. I measured the old ones and since they were so beat up I wasn't super accurate with my measurements. I purchased new Surtrack axles online, the number of splines matched up and the length seemed right. However when I got them at my house I compared them to the old ones and they were apx. 2" longer, I thought I would try them anyways and though maybe they will compress more with some weight and and pressure. I got one in and it is definitely to long. I can get it into the steering knuckle and through the bearing all the way and put a axle nut on it all the way and get the other end on as well. The issue is now my steering knuckle is being pushed too far out from the control arm and ball joint. Does anyone have experience buying new axles for this model 1985 GL Hatchback 4spd Manual HI/LOW 4x4 1.8 OHV? Every store online that their axle will fit and has the correct splines but they are all 27 13/32 - 27 3/8 and I believe I need something closer to 25 3/8 - 26 3/8. If anyones has any suggestions or advice it would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get this Subie out on the Minnesota streets and lakes before the weather gets to warm! Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naru Posted February 26, 2016 Share Posted February 26, 2016 Pretty sure you have EA82 axles. The listings are wrong. Suretrack lists the same axle for EA81/82.WRONG Look up parts for an 84 to be sure you are getting EA81 stuff. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLetterE Posted February 28, 2016 Author Share Posted February 28, 2016 Pretty sure you have EA82 axles. The listings are wrong. Suretrack lists the same axle for EA81/82.WRONG Look up parts for an 84 to be sure you are getting EA81 stuff. Thank you Naru, that did the trick. I will keep it in mind for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toolbox35 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Thanks for the helpful info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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