STS question - lateral play on SPT STS

[BombAtomic]

I had the dealer install my complete SPT 5ps STS today and there seems to be a megaton of lateral play when its in gear, is this normal?

[EJ257]

Better shift linkage bushings are needed...

[mfigge2]

Agreed, add some better shift linkage bushings. It really helped when I did. Its a piece of cake if you remove the heat shield and have the right tools. A few socket extensions and some swivel sockets are worth the investment if you don't have them already.

[mfigge2]

I retract my statement, my firmer front &rear shifter bushings didn't reduce lateral play as much as I thought. I checked when I got out to the car and it still had a fair amount of play. For reference I do have the SPT STS. Perhaps some of the other shift linkage bushings would improve our situation. I'd still recommend you change your front and rear lower shift linkage bushings.

[BombAtomic]

Any recos on a brand or type?

[rage-wrx]

Turn in Concepts makes shift linkage bushings. I'd also tell you to get the front & rear shifter stay bushings as they make a world of difference in shifter feel. The STS in itself will only shorten the throw.

Check out the write up Driveline Mounts/Bushings FAQ

[mfigge2]

^^^ what he said! Lower shifter stay bushings from kart boy were amazing

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