88SubieSnack Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) Hell everyone. Did a few repairs recently and would like to share with you. Repairs:Front KYB struts, bellows, top hat bearing assemblyRear KYB struts, bellows, bushings (sorry no pics)Rack and pinion w/ new mounting bushingsBeck Arnley ball jointsMoog outer tie rodsBeck Arnley wheel bearings/sealsNew exhaust manifold gasketsPassenger knuckle backing plateCap, rotor, NGK plugs and wiresBattery, alternator, battery cables Sorry I do not have pictures for the following. I had recently busted a timing belt, so I bought the entire GATES t-belt component kit. Replaced rear lift gate support struts and blower fan resistor. Edited March 11, 2017 by 88SubieSnack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) Steering rack and pinion w/ new mounting bushings New exhaust manifold gaskets. (had to remove the manifold for the steering removal) Had the knuckles hot tanked. Then new bearings and seals. Wanted to replace both backing plates and dealer said I bought the last one in the country. Thought it would be cool to add it in. Ready for install: Done: Edited March 11, 2017 by 88SubieSnack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 Driver side done: Now under the hood: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 11, 2017 Author Share Posted March 11, 2017 Battery and cables/terminals Alternator Plugs, wires, cap, rotor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveT Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Do you have a part number for the kyb white bump stops? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 12, 2017 Author Share Posted March 12, 2017 (edited) They came included with the bellows. One per bellow. KYB-SB105 - FRONT KYB-SB108 - REAR Edited March 12, 2017 by 88SubieSnack 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rapidfire10ring Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 (edited) Change your topic line to identify the year and model. More searchers find it that way. BTW, where have you been purchasing your axle shafts? I have been having problems with the ones I purchase. Edited March 13, 2017 by rapidfire10ring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st33lix Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Do you have a part number of the blower fan resistor ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rust Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 (edited) Interested in how the HD axles work out for you, what brand are they? Dig the Tron side stripes on your rig. Edited March 13, 2017 by Rust Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 13, 2017 Author Share Posted March 13, 2017 (edited) Change your topic line to identify the year and model. More searchers find it that way. BTW, where have you been purchasing your axle shafts? I have been having problems with the ones I purchase. How do I edit my topic line? I bought them from RockAuto Interested in how the HD axles work out for you, what brand are they? Dig the Tron side stripes on your rig. SURTRACK/TRAKMOTIVE SB9003HD (SB-9003HD) The axles are bigger as you can see on the shaft. And it does get close to the sub frame. No unusual rubbing noises at full turn lock though, but it is close. Prior to these axles, I had a worn out pair that made noise. That noise went away immediately after I replaced the struts and ball joints. I think because there was a lot of slop in my front end. Then 4 months later I replaced all the other parts you see i.e. steering, bearings, etc. This made me think that when we buy replacement axles, every other suspension component should be inspected and also maybe replaced. However, I have alignment appointment tomorrow and can report back with how it drives. I have only eyeballed my alignment and driven on side roads so far not exceeding 45 mph. I will get back about cruising speeds, cornering, braking, etc. Do you have a part number of the blower fan resistor ? STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RU253 (RU-253) @ROCKAUTO Edited March 13, 2017 by 88SubieSnack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 16, 2017 Author Share Posted March 16, 2017 Update: Yesterday I got 4 new tires and an alignment. So far so good. Drives and handles eceptionally well, straight true and a lot more of a comfortable ride since almost every suspension component in the front has been replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnotDIY Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Curious if you got new coils for your struts or if you used the old ones. I didn't see them on your parts list, but thought I'd inquire anyway. Also, is it necessary to get new coils when getting struts? I can't seem to find them online. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveT Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 The springs are no longer available. Not usually replaced with struts, which wear out a lot quicker. There is a thread or 2 about fitting springs from another car for stiffer / higher ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 17, 2017 Author Share Posted March 17, 2017 What Dave said. I think if your car has even ride height (no sagging or leaning) then the springs are ok. And if they aren't damaged in any other way too. I reused my original springs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st33lix Posted March 22, 2017 Share Posted March 22, 2017 (edited) What is the KYB number for the front shock absorbers ? Edited March 22, 2017 by st33lix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88SubieSnack Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 KYB-233022 = FR KYB-233023 = FL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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