2001 wrx Subframe rotten
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2001 wrx Subframe rotten
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I got 2001 wrx uk300 with a from rotten Subframe. Would it be best to replace with another stock Subframe or some kind of a brace. I've heard some people run without one?
Is it a easy job to replace or remove?
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I got 2001 wrx uk300 with a from rotten Subframe. Would it be best to replace with another stock Subframe or some kind of a brace. I've heard some people run without one?
Is it a easy job to replace or remove?
Cheers all
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The engine bolts into the engine cradle, the cradle bolts to the front subframe ...... That's how it is on the blob anyway and they have the same running tea so would imagine its the same
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Hi ive got a 2001wrx & looked into removing this for months as wasnt sure if i should,but was told by many get rid,so i did when i got this thing off it was that rotten there was only 2thirds of it left at most so it wasnt doing anything,if it was for safety it would have just turned to dust,& i would get rid specially if yours is rotten aswell m8.
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It's looks like been repaired Before. I've noticed a few rust holes appearing. So looking in May time to either replace or upgrade or ditch it. Thinking of all angles...
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A friend of mine sed don't remove it completely as there thinks like suspension bolted to it and other main things. What is actually bolted to it? Also how much work to removed it and replace with a mint Subframe. Few hours or a days work.
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If you do decide to remove it, check with your insurance first, as I believe it's meant to be there primarily as a crash protection feature to help stop the engine ending up in your lap (which is daft if it's made of rust, I know), but they might class it in the same way as removing your ABS or an airbag.
As far as I'm aware, there's nothing bolted to it that will affect your suspension, just the plastic undertray.
As far as I'm aware, there's nothing bolted to it that will affect your suspension, just the plastic undertray.
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