{"product_id":"jxb-performance-sub03a0-subaru-saab-driveshaft-centre-support-bearing-carrier-upgrade-inc-impreza-wrx-sti-9-2x","title":"JXB Performance SUB03A0 Subaru Saab Driveshaft Centre Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade (Inc. Impreza, WRX, STi \u0026 9-2X)","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eJXB Performance SUB03A0 Subaru Saab Driveshaft Centre Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade (Inc. Impreza, WRX, STi \u0026amp; 9-2X)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHolds the driveshaft where it should be. Isolation dampers minimize vibrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFits 1st\/2nd generation Impreza variants (all), including WRX, WRX STi, 95-97 Impreza Outback, and 01-07 Outback Sport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Problem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock center support bearing carrier holds the driveshaft in place with rubber so thin about 20 lbs of force moves it from center to the end of its travel. While that’s great for making sure no NVH makes it to the cabin, it doesn’t keep the bearing centered well under load, allows the bearing to sag over time and ruin the driveshaft alignment, and creates slop in the driveline during shifts and throttle application. Over time the OEM bushing sags and becomes brittle, eventually dry rotting and cracking. Even on the best-kept cars, the stock bushing can start to from cracks in as little as 5-10 years. When the bushing lets go, it can lead to excessive vibration and clunking and put more stress on the bearing. To make matters worse, the stock carrier is molded onto the center support bearing, so it’s not easy to replace without special tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe videos below were recorded on a 2005 WRX STi. The bearing on this vehicle has sagged all the way to the bottom, resting on the carrier frame. The shaft is not well-supported by the soft OEM carrier, so it’s allowed to travel off-center during rapid loading and unloading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis upgraded unit keeps the driveshaft firmly in place at all times, and its solid construction ensures it will never wear out. The thick bushings ensure the driveshaft cannot move from center, maintaining driveshaft alignment at all times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bushings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo options are available for the bushings, both of which are many times over better than the stock bushing. We’ve paid close attention to the NVH levels associated with this upgrade. After extensive design iterations, we’ve come up with custom isolator bushings that separate the carrier from the body of the vehicle and mounting hardware. These carriers substantially reduce NVH levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe street bushings absorb most of the NVH from the drivetrain. Some light NVH is possible at some speeds in the form of a soft hum. With a modified exhaust or windows down you’ll probably never hear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe track bushings are for those who want no-compromise drivetrain performance. These may create a substantial amount of cabin noise. Not sure which is for you? They’re interchangeable so you can try them both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- Compatibility Accordion - Sam Mugabi--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st gen Impreza (GM\/GC\/GF) (1993-1999) (all including Impreza Outback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2nd gen Impreza models (GD\/GG) (2000-2007) (all including WRX, WRX STi, and Outback Sport)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st gen Legacy (BC\/BF\/BJ) (1989-1994)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaab 9-2X \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Check\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure the part(s) you have ordered fits your vehicle, we run a compatibility check prior to dispatch. We can do this either using your registration number (UK) or the last 7 digits of your VIN. Simply enter your car details prior to checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation doesn’t require removal of the driveshaft. The 2-part design clamps around the OEM bearing. The old carrier must be removed, so a cutting tool is required. Below are example installation videos on 2008 and 2022 models. A model-specific installation video will be released before preorders are shipped. The exact steps to access the carrier will vary slightly by model, but the removal and installation of the new carrier are the same. The basic steps are:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any braces or splash shields preventing exhaust and heat shield removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove or lower exhaust in area of center support bearing if needed for access\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove heat shielding covering center support bearing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut off OEM carrier and remove rubber support material with razorblade, leaving base layer of rubber intact on the bearing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp new carrier around OEM bearing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"803\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8R-NB39lJfI\" title=\"2005 Subaru WRX STi Performance Driveshaft Carrier Install SUB03A0 | JXB Performance\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpare Bushing Packs\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreet - BSH09A0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack - BSH09A1  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUB03A0-S (Street)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUB03A0-T (Track)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUB03A0-B (Both)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJXB Performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhotos \u0026amp; Videos\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1272\/9301\/files\/JXBPerformanceSUB03A0SubaruSaabDriveshaftCentreSupportBearingCarrierUpgrade_Inc.Impreza_WRX_STi_9-2X_-3_2048x2048.jpg?v=1694525602\" alt=\"JXB Performance SUB03A0 Subaru Saab Driveshaft Centre Support Bearing Carrier Upgrade (Inc. 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