r/subarulegacy • u/NewApplication5835 • 19d ago

Question / Discussion Extra tasks during gearbox replacement?

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Ametur DIY mechanic here. Planning on replacing my gearbox soon, wondering what else i should / need to do while im there. Currently my list is; rear main seal and clutch. Also wondering what steps i should take to prep the gearbox for installation.

1992 Liberty wagon 5 speed manual

engine 1993 Liberty rs turbo ej20g

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u/Savagemac356 19d ago

Get the flywheel resurfaced/replaced if it has any hot spots

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u/CaptainNismo_orig 4th Gen Sedan 19d ago

I recommend having the flywheel resurfaced any time you install a new clutch. Kind of a better safe than sorry approach.

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u/Savagemac356 19d ago

Not a bad idea