October 4, 201411 yr Rick where did you move bonnet switch and alarm siren as I need to move mine since its stopping me ftom installing front strut.
October 5, 201411 yr Author Rick where did you move bonnet switch and alarm siren as I need to move mine since its stopping me ftom installing front strut. I haven't moved anything on the forester lol.Where abouts is your siren and bonnet switch?If you want a picture I can get you one if you like
October 5, 201411 yr Author My Paddle clutch has just arrived this will be getting fitted in a fortnights time .I will be off for a week then and I will just take my time fitting it
October 5, 201411 yr Author They hold more power,more torque and I can launch with out worrying about the clutch slipping.Ive got the sprung clutch so I shouldn't really get any clutch judder like you get on the scoobys now.the clutch disc I have is rated to 900 pounds of torque but I wouldn't get that through my std pressure plate.On my std pressure plate I would be ok with 350 bhp before I need to worry about changing the pressure plate for an uprated one which is about the time you would change gearboxes to a better one that can hold the power and wont break gears.Im only looking for 300bhp max it doesn't have to be dead on that figure either.Im after a good realiable set up that will take abuse if I give it and wont **** its self but still being able to use as a daily driver.
October 5, 201411 yr ceramic plate disc are snatchy, 6puk sprung being the better of them for road use but still juddery, if you intending on re-using clutch cover it would need skimming as needs be perfect as does flywheel for ceramic pads. Ideally new cover & release bearing is needed. Decent organic can handle 400hp without hassle & don't turn your gearbox into a grenade like ceramic paddles can ...
October 5, 201411 yr Author Ive read on various threads of organic clutches failing and being no good at 400bhp.
October 5, 201411 yr organics can handle beyond 400hp if proper heavy duty assembly, twin plate organics or mixture of organic & ceramic full face plates can handle 500hp & beyond. The 6puk sprung plates are not too bad on a road car but I would only use one when power/torque output is big or usage is mainly track, sprint, drag etc ...
October 5, 201411 yr Author Im not expecting miracles with this clutch and must admit ive never driven on any paddle clutch.I get clutch judder now first thing when its cold so it doesn't bother me.And you never no I might just do a sprint or a race or even a drift.Nice to know I will have a clutch that can cope with the above tasks
October 5, 201411 yr Author My jobs for today was adjusting my hand brake and that dreadfull squeal which you hear driving down the road lol.My missus heard it weirdly enough when I pulled up at my sisters and the car moved slightly forward.It turned out to be the rear pads. Also the rear strut brace isn't a straight fit in my case so I started modifying it to fit and ran out of welding wire :(
October 11, 201411 yr Hey rick the siren and switch is on top left that is in the way of strut bar. Could it be because strut bar is for a impreza 2000 turbo 99 v reg ? The holes on strut bar allign perfectly. Any idea ?
October 14, 201411 yr Author Hey rick the siren and switch is on top left that is in the way of strut bar. Could it be because strut bar is for a impreza 2000 turbo 99 v reg ? The holes on strut bar allign perfectly. Any idea ? I think that's your problem mate because mine isn't located in the same place as yours
October 14, 201411 yr Author Ive removed the gearbox today just taking my time,having a week off work and all that lol.Ive looked in the gearbox to find what looks like engine oil old and new.The back of the pressure plate is caked in oil yet the flywheel is bone dry and the clutch disc is clearly worn out.I will get a few pics up in abit there rushed because it was getting dark
October 14, 201411 yr Author Siren is on drivers strut tower nr airbox and im sure the bonnet sensor is there as well.I will double check on that tomorrow but the siren is defo there lol
October 17, 201411 yr Author New clutch is fitted now.Fitted new front drop links and fresh gearbox oil and anti freeze.While I was at it I fitted the front impreza wagon front struts and I have to say they fit nice and stand well
October 17, 201411 yr What droplinks have you fitted ? Steve, my siren box is situated on the strut tower have plenty of room for brace too
October 17, 201411 yr Thats the thing I havent fitted anything its all box standard and the siren is on drivers side firewall I posted a pic. It is strange it looks like everone elses is moved to strut tower. Think I will have to move it too.
October 17, 201411 yr Author What droplinks have you fitted ? Steve, my siren box is situated on the strut tower have plenty of room for brace too The front drop links are just std Subaru items from a company called icp.There genuine parts
October 17, 201411 yr heres mine tucked up under the brace, maybe worth just angling it down at bit ?
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