WRX Wheel Bearings - Page 2 - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

JC · 2004-09-03, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MattR

Sweet...I need to find some fog light bezels, anyone have time to track some down? Let me know if you find any.

http://www.subaruparts.com/catalog/?section=424

I still say the JDM ones are better. The USDM holes will be awful small IMHO.

doubleurx · 2004-09-03, 10:23 AM

Scott:

I wonder if my horrible sound on my car is the same thing. When the bearings go, does the sound get worse under load: ie: when you depress the accelerator does the sound get worse than when coasting. If so, that was one of the options I was talking to Nate about. I'll give hime a call as well.

I'll let you know next week, I have an appointment with Nate on Tuesday.

Nick

sybir · 2004-09-03, 10:24 AM

Scott, I've heard of hanging the competiiton out to dry, but there's gotta be a better way of getting it done.....

But seriously, glad it's not anyhting serious

sybir · 2004-09-03, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

Scott:

I wonder if my horrible sound on my car is the same thing. When the bearings go, does the sound get worse under load: ie: when you depress the accelerator does the sound get worse than when coasting. If so, that was one of the options I was talking to Nate about. I'll give hime a call as well.

I'll let you know next week, I have an appointment with Nate on Tuesday.

Nick

*ducking the response to this message*

Nate uses zipties, not coathangers

kidding, kidding.

MattR · 2004-09-03, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

Sweet...I need to find some fog light bezels, anyone have time to track some down? Let me know if you find any.

http://www.subaruparts.com/catalog/?section=424

I still say the JDM ones are better. The USDM holes will be awful small IMHO.

Those would probably get the job done. I could aways trim the opening a bit.60 bucks + ducting, could result in a pretty slick setup...I may start on this project soon.

JC · 2004-09-03, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by MattR

Those would probably get the job done. I could aways trim the opening a bit.60 bucks + ducting, could result in a pretty slick setup...I may start on this project soon.

I might still have the flow data laying around, but IIRC we needed at least a 2.5" ducting to get good results.

MattR · 2004-09-03, 10:32 AM

In looking at them, the hole does not necessarily have to stay round, It can be more oval/ rectangular shaped can't it? I would definately want to make the opening the biggest part of the system, in hopes that that would force the velocity up a bit. I could also track down a set of stock STi covers, like the ones I have now, and do it that way...

Dean · 2004-09-03, 10:32 AM

Well, at least if Nick put on the wheel, we can be sure the Lug Nuts are tight....

sperry · 2004-09-03, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

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Originally Posted by MattR

Those would probably get the job done. I could aways trim the opening a bit.60 bucks + ducting, could result in a pretty slick setup...I may start on this project soon.

I might still have the flow data laying around, but IIRC we needed at least a 2.5" ducting to get good results.

A 2" duct is about as large as you can go and still route the duct around the control arms and axle... any larger and it will end up being exposed to damage from below.

MattR · 2004-09-03, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by sperry

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Originally Posted by JC

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Originally Posted by MattR

Those would probably get the job done. I could aways trim the opening a bit.60 bucks + ducting, could result in a pretty slick setup...I may start on this project soon.

I might still have the flow data laying around, but IIRC we needed at least a 2.5" ducting to get good results.

A 2" duct is about as large as you can go and still route the duct around the control arms and axle... any larger and it will end up being exposed to damage from below.

That's what I was thinking. There is not a whole lot of room to work with under there. So that bezel may work out after all...

BTW...this thread is going nuts...34 replies in a little over an hour....nice for the tech forum

doubleurx · 2004-09-03, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by sybir

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Originally Posted by doubleurx

Scott:

I wonder if my horrible sound on my car is the same thing. When the bearings go, does the sound get worse under load: ie: when you depress the accelerator does the sound get worse than when coasting. If so, that was one of the options I was talking to Nate about. I'll give hime a call as well.

I'll let you know next week, I have an appointment with Nate on Tuesday.

Nick

*ducking the response to this message*

Nate uses zipties, not coathangers

That's what I get for not reading the whole post. At any rate, bearings are definately a possiblilty with mine as well (hopefully). Another thing I will check is the brake line on my stoptechs. I remember reading a post about them rubbing somewhere. Maybe zipties are the fix

kidding, kidding.

JC · 2004-09-03, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by sperry

A 2" duct is about as large as you can go and still route the duct around the control arms and axle... any larger and it will end up being exposed to damage from below.

Well that's obviously better than nothing, but if you have small tubing and lots of bends combined with a questionable inlet, I dunno how much flow you are gonna have through there.

Kevin M · 2004-09-03, 11:54 AM

Scott, your bearings may not need replacement, but they DEFINITELY need to be repacked with synthetic grease- THEY AIN'T GOT NO GREASE LEFT Y0!

sperry · 2004-09-03, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

Scott, your bearings may not need replacement, but they DEFINITELY need to be repacked with synthetic grease- THEY AIN'T GOT NO GREASE LEFT Y0!

According to the shop, they do have grease left, since there wasn't any sign of leaking. I'm not so sure I believe that, since I saw how baked the brakes got, but I really don't have any options other than run on 'em as is or don't, at this late time. If there really was zero grease in 'em, they'd be making horrible noises...

I doubt the grease that's in 'em is in good condition, but I should be able to get through another weekend, then pick up a harbor-freight adapter and try my luck repacking them myself.

Kevin M · 2004-09-03, 01:41 PM

I hope it works on my car too... 74k miles, 4 track days, and some autocross = time for new high-temp grease, especially with the abuse they're gonna get next year.

AtomicLabMonkey · 2004-09-03, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MattR

In looking at them, the hole does not necessarily have to stay round, It can be more oval/ rectangular shaped can't it? I would definately want to make the opening the biggest part of the system, in hopes that that would force the velocity up a bit.

The inlet doesn't have to be round, my foglight openings are rectangular and they worked fine. Like you said, it's good to have the opening area larger than the duct so it will scoop in more air and accelerate it into the duct. Just find an inlet piece with the smoothest taper down to the duct size that you can.

khail19 · 2004-09-03, 05:28 PM

Ha, ha I once left a coat hanger hanging from one of the springs once. But when I heard the funny noise I remembered it was the coat hanger and not a wheel bearing. So I was saved the embarrassment of having a shop remove the hanger and hand it to me.

Theo · 2004-09-07, 03:54 PM

Now I don't feel so bad Scott. I was test driving the Ghia Monday after painting and such. Pulled into the drive way and the motor screems. Sounds like a cam gear or flywheel failure. Very bad sound. Pull the decklid and notice my bodywork dolly is wedged down on the pully grinding away. The thing is red hot and threatining to cinter itself to the pulley. It was a relief the motor was ok but I sure felt dumb. Trashed the pulley but nothing else.

Theo :shock:

JC · 2004-09-28, 11:59 AM

These would make a sweet inlet for brake ducts...

MattR · 2004-09-28, 12:29 PM

Wow! Those look very EVO5...Where do you get them...

JC · 2004-09-28, 12:37 PM

http://www.southcoastperformance.com...t%20Conversion

Cheaper from NASIOC though...
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=635729

Kevin M · 2004-09-28, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by JC

These would make a sweet inlet for brake ducts...

Inlets are too small.

JC · 2004-09-28, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

Inlets are too small.

Only if you leave the foglights in.

JC · 2004-10-08, 11:36 AM

Looking closer, the inlets are decent sized and you could enlarge them with a dremel.

MattR · 2004-10-08, 12:00 PM

Wow...I think I might want to track those down for fog light use..they look pretty sick! :shock:

2004-09-03, 10:24 AM	#28
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Scott, I've heard of hanging the competiiton out to dry, but there's gotta be a better way of getting it done..... But seriously, glad it's not anyhting serious __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-09-03, 10:32 AM	#32
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	In looking at them, the hole does not necessarily have to stay round, It can be more oval/ rectangular shaped can't it? I would definately want to make the opening the biggest part of the system, in hopes that that would force the velocity up a bit. I could also track down a set of stock STi covers, like the ones I have now, and do it that way... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-09-03, 10:32 AM	#33
Dean Señor Cheap Bastarde Real Name: Dean Join Date: May 2003 Location: $99 Tire Store Posts: 9,294 Car: $.04 STI Class: Fast,Cheap & Reliable=STI Deal, did somebody say Deal? Oh, Dean, yeah that's me.	Well, at least if Nick put on the wheel, we can be sure the Lug Nuts are tight.... __________________ I am a Commodore PET --- Now get off my lawn you kids...

2004-09-03, 11:54 AM	#38
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Scott, your bearings may not need replacement, but they DEFINITELY need to be repacked with synthetic grease- THEY AIN'T GOT NO GREASE LEFT Y0! __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-09-03, 01:41 PM	#40
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	I hope it works on my car too... 74k miles, 4 track days, and some autocross = time for new high-temp grease, especially with the abuse they're gonna get next year. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-09-03, 10:23 AM	#27
doubleurx EJ205 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Truckee Posts: 1,948	Scott: I wonder if my horrible sound on my car is the same thing. When the bearings go, does the sound get worse under load: ie: when you depress the accelerator does the sound get worse than when coasting. If so, that was one of the options I was talking to Nate about. I'll give hime a call as well. I'll let you know next week, I have an appointment with Nate on Tuesday. Nick

2004-09-03, 05:28 PM	#42
khail19 EJ205 Real Name: Khail Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,769 Car: 2016 VW GTI Meets? We have meets?	Ha, ha I once left a coat hanger hanging from one of the springs once. But when I heard the funny noise I remembered it was the coat hanger and not a wheel bearing. So I was saved the embarrassment of having a shop remove the hanger and hand it to me.

2004-09-07, 03:54 PM	#43
Theo EJ22 Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 133	Now I don't feel so bad Scott. I was test driving the Ghia Monday after painting and such. Pulled into the drive way and the motor screems. Sounds like a cam gear or flywheel failure. Very bad sound. Pull the decklid and notice my bodywork dolly is wedged down on the pully grinding away. The thing is red hot and threatining to cinter itself to the pulley. It was a relief the motor was ok but I sure felt dumb. Trashed the pulley but nothing else. Theo :shock: __________________ White WRX Family Wagon

2004-09-28, 11:59 AM	#44
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	These would make a sweet inlet for brake ducts... __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-09-28, 12:29 PM	#45
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Wow! Those look very EVO5...Where do you get them... __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-09-28, 12:37 PM	#46
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	http://www.southcoastperformance.com...t%20Conversion Cheaper from NASIOC though... http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=635729 __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-10-08, 11:36 AM	#49
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	Looking closer, the inlets are decent sized and you could enlarge them with a dremel. __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-10-08, 12:00 PM	#50
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Wow...I think I might want to track those down for fog light use..they look pretty sick! :shock: __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

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