[Mutt1131]

So just installed the TWM bushing and went down the rode 1) I didn't lube anything was I suppost to 2) haven't noticed any difference is there a break in periode I also didn't really drive it that much so maybe tomorrow but answers would be cool still feels like I'm hitting a wall in 1st and 2nd gear

 

[riktar]

yup, i believe there is a break in period; at least in my experience. I put the torque solution bushings and they were very stiff at first, especially first gear, so much so that i made a post about that. Fast forward 30-40 min of driving later ,about a full commute to work, and it became buttery smooth now. best $30 i've spent lol.

 

[HellHunter]

The TWM bushings are self lubricating brass bushings. To my knowledge, I've never read anywhere that there is any kind of break in period for them. Did they install easily or did you have to force them onto the link ends?

 

[Intervalia]

I don't have the TWM's, but I do have the BPS versions. At first, it was like you described, hard and not very nice.
After some driving, they're perfectly snappy and awesome. They just take some time to work in.

For anyone who's looking to install these, I found using a set of channel locks helped in snapping them on to the links very easily.

I didn't remove my battery tray, as I did this at the same time I did my FMIC, so with the stock intercooler out, you have a straight shot to the links from the front.

 

[Mutt1131]

The little one was a little rough the big not to bad the c clip was a bitch other then that not to bad I tried without removing he battery tray got te small one but couldn't get the big one without removing it

 

[Mutt1131]

Ok so update much improved for the most part I find my 1st and 2nd gear a lot better for the most someone's it just throws itself into second gear that's what I like to feel like it knows where it belongs lol but worth the $60 deft would suggest them little bit of a break in periode but once broke. In works great

 

[RieBauer17]

Just from my own personal experience these bushings made no difference. I almost like the feel of the stock better but I'm too lazy to switch them back.

 

[MyDianaZ06]

Just from my own personal experience these bushings made no difference. I almost like the feel of the stock better but I'm too lazy to switch them back.

Man that sucks big time.

I was really looking forward to feeling a difference with them in.

Like from wiggly stick shift to solid stick shift.

Like going from playing with a arcade joy stick to sliding a bolt action forward on a rifle.

 

[RieBauer17]

Man that sucks big time.

I was really looking forward to feeling a difference with them in.

Like from wiggly stick shift to solid stick shift.

Like going from playing with a arcade joy stick to sliding a bolt action forward on a rifle.

Well there seems to be more positive reviews than negative, so don't put all your weight on what I say. All I know is I never missed a shift before the bushings and have heard grinding three times in a few weeks with them. I really have to make sure its in gear now as before it seemed to go right in. I double checked my install and everything's in place. And btw I got both big and small bushings installed without removing the battery. The larger one is done by feel and not sight.

 

[HellHunter]

Man that sucks big time.

I was really looking forward to feeling a difference with them in.

Like from wiggly stick shift to solid stick shift.

Like going from playing with a arcade joy stick to sliding a bolt action forward on a rifle.

That is what o got out of mine. It's a world of difference. I actually have an extra set of bushings, but your end links would have to be checked to see what version they are. Both of then would have to be open ended style.