Just replaced mine. it was quite a bear to come out and go back in. It took two of us to get the transmission out - and we had to use an air hammer to get the transmission to separate from the block. Then it took 3 of us to get it back in. I got it on the dowel pins at the bottom but then getting it back totally against the engine took a lot of wiggling. I ended up dropping the engine cradle a little with the 17mm bolts on each side. I thought I'd get it done in a bout 4 hours and it ended up taking a full 8 hours. If you're not a certified mechanic - be ready for a struggle!
I appreciate you tons for this video! It definitely helped me out so much and the advice to get a transmission jack is what made this so easy to do on my own! Thank you. Although, my transmission seemed like it was super glued and I didn't have the courage to pry on aluminum casts so I used MAP gas to heat around the pass side dowel for about 3-5 minutes. Took me around 20 minutes to get the transmission on the ground including the heat time.
Good video, covers most of the steps needed. I suggest you remove the exhaust from the midpipe back to the Y, it makes getting the trans in and out so much easier. For any inexperienced persons thinking of tackling this repair job, I recommend you also watch the video by Big Will Car Care. He includes some tips like how to get the engine lined back up after you remove the trans.
Were the dowel pins pre-installed in the new flywheel, or did you have to put them in? Are they absolutely necessary? I'm having a hell of a time with mine, absolutely cannot get them to seat 100% and it's driving me up a wall. I don't have a press, or even a vice to try and squeeze them in. I've tried freezing the pins and heating the flywheel using a butane torch with no luck.
@@HardwayLearning The Exedy lightweight flywheel I got had them in a separate baggie. Eventually got them in using the freezer/torch method, plus squeezing them in with a C clamp. Kinda jank, but it did the trick. Had to go buy a clamp. 😆
@@HardwayLearning Yeah, I found that out very quick when I got under there and started doing the work. Got the same low profile transmission jack you used. That was one hell of a process. However in the end I had to use two 2.5 ton jacks to get it in. 1 to tilt the motor towards the transmission and another to balance the tranny on to get a good angle to match the motor. I installed an ACT twin disc clutch and I'm having some serious doubts about my decision. It's slipping when I get to about 3k and when I'm going up hills. I'm still breaking it in, so I hope it's just simply because the discs aren't lapped over? IDK? My immediate thoughts are this clutch should be grabbing like a champ.
I got my clutch and flywheel (LUK brand) from rockauto and then I bought a rear main, shift fork and the pivot and clip for it from Subaru. I also bought new front axle nuts but only because they are not to expensive and the old ones were kind a rusty.
just got my transmission down and cracked open today after like 6 days of work. so far the hardest part was the top bolts connecting the downpipe to the turbo which took like 7 hours to remove 😅
All in I think about 12 hours, but most of that was trying to get the transmission unstuck from the block. Getting the transmission jack makes things much less sketchy.
A good sign your clutch is going is if you're in 4th or 5th gear and the rpms jump up if you step on the gas aggressively (with clutch pedal not pressed)
Just replaced mine. it was quite a bear to come out and go back in. It took two of us to get the transmission out - and we had to use an air hammer to get the transmission to separate from the block. Then it took 3 of us to get it back in. I got it on the dowel pins at the bottom but then getting it back totally against the engine took a lot of wiggling. I ended up dropping the engine cradle a little with the 17mm bolts on each side. I thought I'd get it done in a bout 4 hours and it ended up taking a full 8 hours. If you're not a certified mechanic - be ready for a struggle!
If the dowel pins are stuck it's definitely a struggle! I'm guessing the clutch had been replaced recently and got burnt through!
Doing this tomorrow, seems super straight forward. Thank you!
I appreciate you tons for this video! It definitely helped me out so much and the advice to get a transmission jack is what made this so easy to do on my own! Thank you. Although, my transmission seemed like it was super glued and I didn't have the courage to pry on aluminum casts so I used MAP gas to heat around the pass side dowel for about 3-5 minutes. Took me around 20 minutes to get the transmission on the ground including the heat time.
@@mojo2426 sweet, glad you were able to compete the job!
Good video, covers most of the steps needed. I suggest you remove the exhaust from the midpipe back to the Y, it makes getting the trans in and out so much easier. For any inexperienced persons thinking of tackling this repair job, I recommend you also watch the video by Big Will Car Care. He includes some tips like how to get the engine lined back up after you remove the trans.
Thank you!
Were the dowel pins pre-installed in the new flywheel, or did you have to put them in? Are they absolutely necessary? I'm having a hell of a time with mine, absolutely cannot get them to seat 100% and it's driving me up a wall. I don't have a press, or even a vice to try and squeeze them in. I've tried freezing the pins and heating the flywheel using a butane torch with no luck.
The pins were pre-installed, never seen them not installed???
@@HardwayLearning The Exedy lightweight flywheel I got had them in a separate baggie. Eventually got them in using the freezer/torch method, plus squeezing them in with a C clamp. Kinda jank, but it did the trick. Had to go buy a clamp. 😆
Thanks for the video! This is giving me an idea of what I might have to do very soon.
You're welcome, but what's your idea?
@@HardwayLearning Do you think I could get away with sliding the transmission baack onto the brace instead of dropping it completely?
Probably not because the shape of the transmission tunnel mirrors the shape of the transmission. You would run out of clearance pretty quick.
@@HardwayLearning Yeah, I found that out very quick when I got under there and started doing the work. Got the same low profile transmission jack you used. That was one hell of a process. However in the end I had to use two 2.5 ton jacks to get it in. 1 to tilt the motor towards the transmission and another to balance the tranny on to get a good angle to match the motor. I installed an ACT twin disc clutch and I'm having some serious doubts about my decision. It's slipping when I get to about 3k and when I'm going up hills. I'm still breaking it in, so I hope it's just simply because the discs aren't lapped over? IDK? My immediate thoughts are this clutch should be grabbing like a champ.
@@BKepple85 did you clean the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces thoroughly before installing?
Anyone in the SC area can do a clutch job for my VB WRX?
Nice jumpsuit! Love how you explain things.
I try my best, thank you!
Did you replace the pilot bearing??
Yes indeed, might not have caught that on camera. Was done right before transmission went on!
Where did you order the rear main seal from?
Clutch kit and rear main from Import Racing Image, they sell an OEM Subaru seal
I got my clutch and flywheel (LUK brand) from rockauto and then I bought a rear main, shift fork and the pivot and clip for it from Subaru. I also bought new front axle nuts but only because they are not to expensive and the old ones were kind a rusty.
just got my transmission down and cracked open today after like 6 days of work. so far the hardest part was the top bolts connecting the downpipe to the turbo which took like 7 hours to remove 😅
Interesting, I didn't touch the exhaust at all!
Awesome you guys did this on your garage floor. How many hours did it take?
All in I think about 12 hours, but most of that was trying to get the transmission unstuck from the block. Getting the transmission jack makes things much less sketchy.
What noise was yours making? I feel like my clutch has been slipping recently
A good sign your clutch is going is if you're in 4th or 5th gear and the rpms jump up if you step on the gas aggressively (with clutch pedal not pressed)
Thanks 🙏
You're welcome!
On a lift = pull the transmission. On jack stands = pull the motor
Excelente video !
@@pedropadilla2334 appreciate it!
thank you for showing me to not do this by yourself
Definitely more doable with a friend!