Information on Bushing for 05 STi

Transworld · 01-29-2007, 08:57 PM

I am looking at getting some of the Turnin Concepts and KartBoy bushing for 05 STi. I am looking at the shifter bushing and the Klunk Killer bushings (comfort). I am also looking at the Whiteline steering rack bushings. However, I want to know which units will cause Noise and Vibration. I only want to change out parts that will still keep the car as close to stock as possible sound wise. Any feed back will be appreciated.

Transworld · 01-30-2007, 05:26 AM

Anyone?

**boondocksaint** · 01-30-2007, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Transworld

Anyone?

PM TurninConcepts and ask them.

They're a vendor here, after all.

V8Huntr · 01-30-2007, 06:20 AM

The shifter bushings do make the trans a little louder but there is no difference in the harshness of the ride, but you do get AMAZING shifts. I recommend doing the KartBoy front and rear stay bushings, and TICs pivot and shift linkage bushings. That will take care of your entire shifter, and it's the best mod I've ever done!!!

As far as I know, the Klunk Killer bushings will create a harsher ride due to the increased stiffness of the bushing. I don't have them on mine yet, so don't take my word for it on those, but I'm sure someone who has them will chime in.

scrmblr2 · 02-01-2007, 02:03 PM

An increase in hardness will transmit more noise and vibration.

***lackskill*** · 02-01-2007, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by scrmblr2

An increase in hardness will transmit more noise and vibration.

+1 but the entire shifter bushing upgrade from TiC is VERY worth it. My favorite upgrade to this point.

The ALK will cause an increase in NVH but some say its minimal, especially for the gain.

***MKIVSupra*** · 02-01-2007, 03:47 PM

If you have an 05, do you really need the steering rack bushings? I heard they were not needed on an 05, but I could be wrong.

flytojungho · 02-06-2007, 01:58 PM

i installed my tic super shifter kit and though the shifts are crip and to the point, it generates louder tranny whine with more vibration throughout the shifter thus making rattles in certain rpm

snorky · 02-07-2007, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by MKIVSupra

If you have an 05, do you really need the steering rack bushings? I heard they were not needed on an 05, but I could be wrong.

I have them on my05. they're not "needed" like they are on an 04, but they are a definite improvement. In no way trying to be an elitist but some might not be able to appreciate them... they're a pita to install. the work vs reward may not be enough.

**twiSTies** · 02-08-2007, 05:28 AM

The Klunk Killer transmits more NVH, but nothing that is louder than the gas pedal. I've had mine on for months now and don't even notice it anymore.

**Turninconcepts.com** · 02-08-2007, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by flytojungho

i installed my tic super shifter kit and though the shifts are crip and to the point, it generates louder tranny whine with more vibration throughout the shifter thus making rattles in certain rpm

You should not be getting rattling. I know this sounds dumb but check the shifter pattern on your knob. We've been getting a number of reports from 06+ guys saying that it's loose, and makes noise.

mtskibum16 · 02-08-2007, 03:53 PM

I love the slight gear whine afte installing the Super Shift Set! All in all it was a great mod.

raginbull74 · 02-08-2007, 09:25 PM

the noise & vibration are minimal....if you really want to reduce the NVH...get different tires...after i switched to my winter all-season Avons...most of that went away. Just do it...you'll get used to the NVH in time. These cars arent Audis, and rightfully they shouldnt be. If it does bother you, just turn up the radio! The improved feedback you get from your car will be worth it!

01-29-2007, 08:57 PM	#1
Transworld Senior STI Driver Car: 2005 STi Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: Canada Posts: 331 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Information on Bushing for 05 STi I am looking at getting some of the Turnin Concepts and KartBoy bushing for 05 STi. I am looking at the shifter bushing and the Klunk Killer bushings (comfort). I am also looking at the Whiteline steering rack bushings. However, I want to know which units will cause Noise and Vibration. I only want to change out parts that will still keep the car as close to stock as possible sound wise. Any feed back will be appreciated. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

02-01-2007, 02:03 PM	#5
scrmblr2 Senior STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi OB Fav Mod: Protune by Jorge Location: Chi Burbs Posts: 377 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	All Of Them An increase in hardness will transmit more noise and vibration.

02-08-2007, 09:25 PM	#13
raginbull74 Grassroots STI Racer Car: silver 05 sti Fav Mod: My SIRIUS radio...listening to Howard 100!!!! Location: Long beach Posts: 540 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	the noise & vibration are minimal....if you really want to reduce the NVH...get different tires...after i switched to my winter all-season Avons...most of that went away. Just do it...you'll get used to the NVH in time. These cars arent Audis, and rightfully they shouldnt be. If it does bother you, just turn up the radio! The improved feedback you get from your car will be worth it! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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01-30-2007, 05:26 AM	#2
Transworld Senior STI Driver Car: 2005 STi Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: Canada Posts: 331 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Anyone?

01-30-2007, 06:20 AM	#4
V8Huntr Spec C Club Car: 04' WRB STi Fav Mod: TBE Location: Allentown, PA Posts: 1,647 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	The shifter bushings do make the trans a little louder but there is no difference in the harshness of the ride, but you do get AMAZING shifts. I recommend doing the KartBoy front and rear stay bushings, and TICs pivot and shift linkage bushings. That will take care of your entire shifter, and it's the best mod I've ever done!!! As far as I know, the Klunk Killer bushings will create a harsher ride due to the increased stiffness of the bushing. I don't have them on mine yet, so don't take my word for it on those, but I'm sure someone who has them will chime in.

02-01-2007, 03:47 PM	#7
*MKIVSupra* Moderator Elite Car: 04 Subaru WRX STi, W Fav Mod: KartBoy SS & Bushings Location: Illinois Posts: 8,746 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2001 Trader Rating: (0)	If you have an 05, do you really need the steering rack bushings? I heard they were not needed on an 05, but I could be wrong.

02-06-2007, 01:58 PM	#8
flytojungho Spec C Club Car: 06 STI Fav Mod: Prodrive oval tip Location: carmel indiana Posts: 1,259 IWSTI Addict since: Mar 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	i installed my tic super shifter kit and though the shifts are crip and to the point, it generates louder tranny whine with more vibration throughout the shifter thus making rattles in certain rpm

02-08-2007, 05:28 AM	#10
twiSTies Gold Member Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: T2s and Recaros Location: Allentown, PA Posts: 3,398 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2005 Trader Rating: (7)	The Klunk Killer transmits more NVH, but nothing that is louder than the gas pedal. I've had mine on for months now and don't even notice it anymore.

02-08-2007, 03:53 PM	#12
mtskibum16 Professional STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi Location: Montana Posts: 461 IWSTI Addict since: May 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	I love the slight gear whine afte installing the Super Shift Set! All in all it was a great mod.