Wheel hop after subframe fix

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elpiar
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I already put on:

- aluminum subframe collars a.- new struts in the back (KYB GR-2 on tein s-tech) - New poly bushings on VLSD

and i still have wheel hop. What should I investigate next?


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xX RB Xx
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going back over your work and checking everything again.

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Dano
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Those GR2's are just OE replacements, they're not made for any real performance driving. Have you checked the rest of the bushings in the control arms or checked your alignment?

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assassin7420
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If your OEM bushings are bad, Collars will not help at all.

Get new sub-frame bushings.

elpiar
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so lower control arm bushings?

DrJuice164
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He is saying if your OE subframe bushings are bad, the collars will not improve anything. Your best bet is to replace the OE bushings with something new, IE ES pineapples or nismos or even solid.

Let us know how you make out.

mrgreeneyes
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Lower arm, traction, toe, and camber arms all still are rubber bushings, as well as a full set in your rear knuckle. youre off to a good start, keep replacing bushings.

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Bumnah
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I'd do the lower arms next to see if it improves wheel hop.


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