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*kingkilburn* · 08-17-2009, 03:43 PM

The nismo bushings are different. They intentionally changed them to alter the angle of the subframe.

Check this thread out for more info.
comment on nismo subframe bushings design - Nissan Road Racing Forums

aznpoopy · 08-17-2009, 03:52 PM

good link

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Originally Posted by nrrlink

Left (black) for the rear, right (gray) for the front

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Originally Posted by Dream240

Basically I put the two black ones in the back, and the two silver one in the front. Is this right? I hope so, other wise I'm fucked. They don't really tell you one way or the other.

based on the nissan road racing link, looks like you have them in correct. by luck it seems.

did you get them in? you should be able to rent a balljoint press from an autoparts store for free.

*kingkilburn* · 08-17-2009, 04:02 PM

It would seem to me that every body's need to swap subframes out to s14 and s15 is negated by the updated bushings.

Dream240 · 08-18-2009, 02:13 PM

Okay, I finally got the job done.

I ended up going to Harbor Freight (Best place ever, but I'm sure you all know that) And picking up a "14-pc. Front Wheel Bearing Set" for $80.00.

This kit is perfect for ANY bushing press fit install. Provided you have access to compressed air. What I did was use the press steel plates and other accessories provided to finish off the last 1/2" of room for the bushings to go. The only awkward thing was the main threading bolt had a head size of 28mm. Had to buy a socket for this since my set jumped from 27mm to 30mm, very common.

Got the car put back together within an hour. And test drove it...... WOW!!! The rear end feedback is amazing when compared to old stock bushings. I also replaced the old stock diff bushings with a complete ES poly-bushing set. This upgrade, when combined with aluminum driveshaft makes the gear shifts and clutch drops so seemless. I love my car all over again!!!

As for the blacks in rear and silvers in front, I actually did them this way by measuring up the inner sleeve to the stock ones. And yes they in are in the same position when compared to the stock ones. So IMO Nissan didn't alter the bushing design (as per the previously posted link), it just seems that way since most guys never look at a stock OEM bushing unless it's fallen apart or burned out. Fortunately mine were still relatively intact, just really loose rubber. that was the best part about this install, thanks to the old bushing rubber being worn, my air chisel made short work of them.

Thanks to all who inputed. I will post up some pics of the kit I bought for anyone looking to add a useful tool set to their collection.

g-via · 08-18-2009, 03:48 PM

this is a damn good thread to revive

Marc240 · 08-24-2009, 05:29 PM

Someone I know wanted to know about bushing replacement, thought I'd bump it for anyone thinking or in the process of replacing the rear subrame bushings

Coupes_FTW · 08-24-2009, 05:41 PM

marc! thanks man! this is an awesome thread, i think i know what route im taking now

Marc240 · 08-24-2009, 05:48 PM

Shut up, educate yourself.

08-17-2009, 03:43 PM	#61
kingkilburn Philosopher King Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: FresYes Posts: 3,042 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The nismo bushings are different. They intentionally changed them to alter the angle of the subframe. Check this thread out for more info. comment on nismo subframe bushings design - Nissan Road Racing Forums __________________ G O L D E N B E A R R E P U B L I C

08-17-2009, 04:02 PM	#63
kingkilburn Philosopher King Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: FresYes Posts: 3,042 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It would seem to me that every body's need to swap subframes out to s14 and s15 is negated by the updated bushings. __________________ G O L D E N B E A R R E P U B L I C

08-18-2009, 02:13 PM	#64
Dream240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Inland Empire, California Age: 45 Posts: 2,188 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Follow up: Okay, I finally got the job done. I ended up going to Harbor Freight (Best place ever, but I'm sure you all know that) And picking up a "14-pc. Front Wheel Bearing Set" for $80.00. This kit is perfect for ANY bushing press fit install. Provided you have access to compressed air. What I did was use the press steel plates and other accessories provided to finish off the last 1/2" of room for the bushings to go. The only awkward thing was the main threading bolt had a head size of 28mm. Had to buy a socket for this since my set jumped from 27mm to 30mm, very common. Got the car put back together within an hour. And test drove it...... WOW!!! The rear end feedback is amazing when compared to old stock bushings. I also replaced the old stock diff bushings with a complete ES poly-bushing set. This upgrade, when combined with aluminum driveshaft makes the gear shifts and clutch drops so seemless. I love my car all over again!!! As for the blacks in rear and silvers in front, I actually did them this way by measuring up the inner sleeve to the stock ones. And yes they in are in the same position when compared to the stock ones. So IMO Nissan didn't alter the bushing design (as per the previously posted link), it just seems that way since most guys never look at a stock OEM bushing unless it's fallen apart or burned out. Fortunately mine were still relatively intact, just really loose rubber. that was the best part about this install, thanks to the old bushing rubber being worn, my air chisel made short work of them. Thanks to all who inputed. I will post up some pics of the kit I bought for anyone looking to add a useful tool set to their collection. __________________ Don't mess with my monkey...he's loaded.

08-18-2009, 03:48 PM	#65
g-via Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: B.C., Canada Posts: 1,023 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	this is a damn good thread to revive __________________ "I'm a rage-aholic, I just can't live with rage-ahol!!!"

08-24-2009, 05:29 PM	#66
Marc240 Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Washington Posts: 284 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Someone I know wanted to know about bushing replacement, thought I'd bump it for anyone thinking or in the process of replacing the rear subrame bushings

08-24-2009, 05:41 PM	#67
Coupes_FTW Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Beaverton Posts: 113 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	marc! thanks man! this is an awesome thread, i think i know what route im taking now

08-24-2009, 05:48 PM	#68
Marc240 Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Washington Posts: 284 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Shut up, educate yourself.