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Using a lot of really helpful information posted by others online, I fixed the dreaded failed spot welds that hold the clutch on our 2008 WRX.
I couldn't have done it without these helpful threads:
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forums.nasioc.c...
Use at your own risk. - ตลก
I don't have a WRX with a squeky clutch, but the somber music and the editing made this very interesting.
Thank you so much sir I'm sure in the coming years you will alot more people viewing this an appreciating your well explained video
Have a neighbor who is suffering from this, going to fix it here tomorrow. I really didn't want to pull the dash, so this looks like a way better option. Thanks!
If you suspect the spot welds have let go on your car (like many others), have a look at the humble rumble spot weld replacement kit.
Just ordered that
The music makes it seem like some top secret mission from a movie haha
Very detailed and high quality video. Thanks man!
Has anyone with a creaky clutch AND difficulty shifting tried this method? I was told this should fix both problems. Thx all for feedback!
perhaps some silicone adhesive on both sides of the firewall and split lock washers under the nut for added peace of mind?
Great Video! Going to do this for my 09 WRX. I know for a fact my weld spots are broken. It sounds like grandma creaking in her old rocking chair every time I step on the clutch. This happened around 80k for me.
Yea, mine is hard af to get into gear. I just ordered the Humble Rumble kit. It's my only vehicle at the moment and I have to get to work. Sucks!!!
I used a rivet gun for the time being. The creaking stopped and I only had to do the outside portion. I'll ride it out for a while and I will let you guys know how long it lasts. Wish me luck lol
what size of rivets did you use?
Would recommend exploding rivets w larger surface heads because the locking mechanism is superior and surface area is greater
Thanks! Wow I thought I was the only one with the problem.
Awsome video. Did the same thing and fixed my problem! Thanks alot!!!!
that’s crazy. and i love the music.
what a great video, definitely using for a demo
Did this, it worked
Themightykasey has it failed again by any chance ?
@@evanmavros1942 I did this, it has held up for 8 months for me now. But i also went and ordered the RalliTek clutch master cylinder brace (def recommend btw).
I also added thread lock on mine to ensure they don’t back out or get corroded from weather
my 2016 is making the same noise, changed the clutch bracket not sure if this would be the cause of issue.
My sti have the same problem, my mechanic tell me I need to remplace my clutch
Did you have trouble getting into gear before and did it fix it? I was told my firewall is crack so it's tough get into gear and not sure if this will help fix it or should get it welded....from the look of it it should be almost as good as welding it xD
There was no trouble shifting before the fix - it was just very creaky..
Sonny Nguyen I had the same answer from the subaru dealer. my car was jerking when releasing the clutch. they said it was due to the broken fire wall. what did you end up doing? and did it fix your problem?
Any right hand drive videos like this out there?
Hello I jus did this but I drilled out all the holes at the same time an I still have the squeek. I'm worried the bracket fell off because I did it all at the same time an that would explain the creek still
The well farther to the left is impossible to bolt unless you take the dash off
Humble rumble kit works
How did you get to the weld closest to the passenger side without removing the rest of dash??
It wasn't comfortable or painless but I was able to bolt all the welds shown in the video with a combination of ratchet extensions... good luck!
Why dose it creek after bolts are fitted?
Hello,
I have an 08 WRX hatch and I'm looking to to fix my spot welds using your video. What diameter were the holes you drilled to clear the welds? I'm trying to source the bolts/nuts/washers I will be using. Thanks ahead of time.
I drilled them out to 1/4" or slightly larger. I highly recommend using one of those stepped drill bits - it's easy to go to the next step if you need to make the hole larger. Most importantly, using the stepped drill bit freehand in sheet metal means it won't suddenly pull through like with a typical twist drill.
Thanks, gonna attempt this weekend :)
good luck!
Was your clutch pedal really stiff from the firewall flexing?
It wasn't especially stiff beforehand but it did feel better after the fix
I got the same issue but having additional issues because I cant cut the firewall insulation to see the hole, how did you do this?
It's been a while but I think I had to cut away some of the insulation with a sharp Exacto knife from below. I pushed the knife in and cut with a sawing motion. It wasn't that hard to cut. Hope this helps.
i had this repaired with race fab, at a shop come 6 months later we get a recall by subaru... go get your guys firewall fixed!
it also causes reverse to be catchy
Shane Brown any doubt i had about this being my issue, you just threw out the window. Lol thank you
did you drill the firewall and the bracket at the same time? al already bought the bolts but hoy i now the bracker is in place?
The firewall and bracket are both thin sheet metal where they are joined. After taking the wipers off, you can see whether the welds for the bracket have pulled away. If you see holes, the bracket may not be in place any more. If the welds are just cracked or a few are still good, the bracket is probably still in place. This is why it's probably a good idea to only drill and bolt one at a time - so that the bracket doesn't move.
There are lots of great pictures showing the dash removed here that might help explain: www.circuitmotorsports-blog.com/2015/04/the-2008-2014-subaru-impreza-clutch.html
Good luck!
Saved. Just started happening on my 2012. Think adding a back plate is over kill?
It's probably not overkill. Do you think you could get it to fit tight against the curved shape of the metal?
@@limemovie I was contemplating this yesterday and I plan on experimenting with sheet aluminum to possibly shape a plate using my bend/break and some cuts. I have yet to start, but I will be uploading a video to my channel when I go through the process. I'll be following your lead, I'll give you a shout-out for sure. Hopefully I can get to it this weekend.
@@limemovie So it turns out my welds were fine. Ended up being a dry input shaft that travels through the firewall and activates the slave. I lubed it up and silence. I also have had the Perrin master cylinder brace on for a year, so I'm thinking that's what saved it. The angles aren't too bad, so I might make a video showing how to make a plate anyway for my fellow subie brethren
Yeah, but what's the background track?? 🔥🔥🔥
Haha - I made the music with an iPhone app - Auxy
What diameter bolts did you use?
They were 1/4" stainless bolts
If to do some with rivets what size?
I don't have any experience with rivets so couldn't say- sorry!
You can do rivets, but they will eventually come loose again