Question about cusco rear strut brace - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

fuente · 2008-09-29, 10:18 AM

I got a stage 1 suspension package from Cobb and the install instructions were all in Japanese. I figure that it should be pretty easy, but does anyone know what I need to do to install it? Do I have to remove the back seat or go at it from the trunk?

By the way, the cobb sway bars make the car feel totally different! Much better.

MPREZIV · 2008-09-29, 10:58 AM

On a coupe or sedan, you're removing the back seat to install a strut brace.

MattR · 2008-09-29, 11:29 AM

The answer is Both...Yes, the bar runs through the trunk, but you need to remove the seat to get at the topmounts. I would suggest putting it all together without snugging it all down, then once all teh bolts are through and lined up, tighten everything up.

cody · 2008-09-29, 11:42 AM

Be careful, the 3 strut top bolts (studs) are easily broken by over-tightening the nuts on each one. I think they're supposed to only get 12.5 lb's of torque (I just do medium-light to medium tight with a 3/8" drive ratchet).

MattR · 2008-09-29, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by cody

Be careful, the 3 strut top bolts (studs) are easily broken by over-tightening the nuts on each one. I think they're supposed to only get 12.5 lb's of torque (I just do medium-light to medium tight with a 3/8" drive ratchet).

Indeed. Good point. I remember at least two cases on this board alone, of people snapping one of those off before...not fun.

100_Percent_Juice · 2008-09-29, 01:03 PM

Update your info so we know what your driving. I would say welcome but it looks like you have been lurking here for over a year.

Dean · 2008-09-29, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by cody

Be careful, the 3 strut top bolts (studs) are easily broken by over-tightening the nuts on each one. I think they're supposed to only get 12.5 lb's of torque (I just do medium-light to medium tight with a 3/8" drive ratchet).

I never use anything over a 1/4" drive on those...

fuente · 2008-09-29, 09:08 PM

I appreciate all of the feedback. And I will update my profile. I am driving a 2006 MT Limied WRX Cobb Stage 2 with Cobb Catted DP, Cobb Catback, Cobb SF Intake w/cold air box, Cobb Sway Bars, Group-N Engine, Tranny, and Pitch-Stop Mounts, Stoptech Slotted Rotors and Hawk HPS Brake Pads.

Dewey · 2008-10-05, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by cody

Be careful, the 3 strut top bolts (studs) are easily broken by over-tightening the nuts on each one. I think they're supposed to only get 12.5 lb's of torque (I just do medium-light to medium tight with a 3/8" drive ratchet).

Thanks for that, I probably would have snapped one of them as soon as I put mine in.

2008-09-29, 10:18 AM	#1
fuente n00b Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 24 Car: 2006 WRX Limited MT VF39 Protuned, with Cold Air Box, Sway Bars, Walboro FP, Hallman MBC Do Work!	Question about cusco rear strut brace I got a stage 1 suspension package from Cobb and the install instructions were all in Japanese. I figure that it should be pretty easy, but does anyone know what I need to do to install it? Do I have to remove the back seat or go at it from the trunk? By the way, the cobb sway bars make the car feel totally different! Much better.

2008-09-29, 10:58 AM	#2
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	On a coupe or sedan, you're removing the back seat to install a strut brace. __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can f*ck for HOURS..."

2008-09-29, 11:29 AM	#3
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	The answer is Both...Yes, the bar runs through the trunk, but you need to remove the seat to get at the topmounts. I would suggest putting it all together without snugging it all down, then once all teh bolts are through and lined up, tighten everything up. __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2008-09-29, 11:42 AM	#4
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Be careful, the 3 strut top bolts (studs) are easily broken by over-tightening the nuts on each one. I think they're supposed to only get 12.5 lb's of torque (I just do medium-light to medium tight with a 3/8" drive ratchet). __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2008-09-29, 01:03 PM	#6
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	Update your info so we know what your driving. I would say welcome but it looks like you have been lurking here for over a year. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2008-09-29, 09:08 PM	#8
fuente n00b Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 24 Car: 2006 WRX Limited MT VF39 Protuned, with Cold Air Box, Sway Bars, Walboro FP, Hallman MBC Do Work!	Thanks for the thorough help! I appreciate all of the feedback. And I will update my profile. I am driving a 2006 MT Limied WRX Cobb Stage 2 with Cobb Catted DP, Cobb Catback, Cobb SF Intake w/cold air box, Cobb Sway Bars, Group-N Engine, Tranny, and Pitch-Stop Mounts, Stoptech Slotted Rotors and Hawk HPS Brake Pads.

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