Rear Subframe Bushings
Ok here is the problem:
I have a 1995 S14 that needs new rear subframe bushings. When I drive, depending on how hard I engage the clutch, I hear a bang coming from the rear. I also get the banging noise if I release the throttle after reving high. When I inspected the rear on a lift I noticed that there is space between the subframe bushing top and the body. The body part was also heavily scuffed from the bushing.
Here is my solution:
Completely upgrade the whole rear subframe with new subframe bushings, collars, differential bushings and bracing.
I already purchased the Peak Performance Subframe Bushing Kit which is supposed to be used In conjunction with new subframe bushing. However I am kind of stuck on what Kind of subframe bushings to install. From looking around online I pretty much only have 3 options: OEM, Nismo and SPL Solid Aluminum. I refuse to use OEM ,and the nismo ones are tempting at $168.78(courtesyparts.com), but Im on a budget and the SPL ones have my name written on them for $129.00. Honestly I can afford right now to buy the Nismo ones however, when compared to the SPL ones SPL wins in all categories except for ease of installation. There cheaper and they offer better performance.
Will solid aluminum subframe bushings with peak performance collars be that loud? I don’t really care about stiffness, and Im pretty sure the differential will be getting SPL aluminum bushing also.
I guess im looking for some insight or advise on what setup would be best, or some opinions if anyone else is runing a similar setup. Im also not goin to want to pull the whole rear subframe again anytime soon.
I have a 1995 S14 that needs new rear subframe bushings. When I drive, depending on how hard I engage the clutch, I hear a bang coming from the rear. I also get the banging noise if I release the throttle after reving high. When I inspected the rear on a lift I noticed that there is space between the subframe bushing top and the body. The body part was also heavily scuffed from the bushing.
Here is my solution:
Completely upgrade the whole rear subframe with new subframe bushings, collars, differential bushings and bracing.
I already purchased the Peak Performance Subframe Bushing Kit which is supposed to be used In conjunction with new subframe bushing. However I am kind of stuck on what Kind of subframe bushings to install. From looking around online I pretty much only have 3 options: OEM, Nismo and SPL Solid Aluminum. I refuse to use OEM ,and the nismo ones are tempting at $168.78(courtesyparts.com), but Im on a budget and the SPL ones have my name written on them for $129.00. Honestly I can afford right now to buy the Nismo ones however, when compared to the SPL ones SPL wins in all categories except for ease of installation. There cheaper and they offer better performance.
Will solid aluminum subframe bushings with peak performance collars be that loud? I don’t really care about stiffness, and Im pretty sure the differential will be getting SPL aluminum bushing also.
I guess im looking for some insight or advise on what setup would be best, or some opinions if anyone else is runing a similar setup. Im also not goin to want to pull the whole rear subframe again anytime soon.