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Dale5403 said:
Was there a difference between the left and right inserts? I see they have different part numbers. It sure doesn't look correct. Have you tried contacting JXB?
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On the 2 bolt rear subframe, the two bushings are different. you cannot swap them accidentally. They are also different from the single bolt bushing, including the insert.

Update:. looking at JXB's own video (screenshot below), seems like the driver's side insert does stick out a little more. I guess it's normal.

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Cdubya said:
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Can anyone with the double JXB inserts comment on the driver's side of mine? It sticks out quite a bit more than the passenger side. Torqued to about 140 ft lbs which is about all I could manage laying flat on my back with no real leverage. Just seems odd.
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Mine looks exactly the same. I also thought something seemed off. I completed removed the bolt, checked the threads and all looked ok. I then reinstalled it while getting a bit more aggressive with the floor jack under the diff pumpkin just to make sure the screw wasn’t binging and preventing the insert from fully seating. On my 2 bolt setup the JXB insert fully seated in/on the right side, and sticks out just a bit on the left side just like what you have pictured.
 

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Cdubya said:
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Can anyone with the double JXB inserts comment on the driver's side (left mount in the picture above) of mine? It sticks out quite a bit more than the passenger side. Torqued to about 140 ft lbs which is about all I could manage laying flat on my back with no real leverage. Just seems odd.
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Yes this is normal. The metal center of the diff bushing on the driver's side sticks out further.
 

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The difference must be subtle because in my leisurely driving this morning, I could not appreciate a difference.
 

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Cdubya said:
The difference must be subtle because in my leisurely driving this morning, I could not appreciate a difference.
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You wouldn't notice any difference in any way with the bushings insert in normal driving scenarios.
 

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Just installed mine this weekend. I noticed more planted shifts. I also noticed more noise from the diff, especially when there is slack in the power (letting off the accelerator while moving). Sounds like a dull grinding or a very deep hum. Anyone else notice increased NVH? Should I be concerned?
 

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Just installed mine this weekend. I noticed more planted shifts. I also noticed more noise from the diff, especially when there is slack in the power (letting off the accelerator while moving). Sounds like a dull grinding or a very deep hum. Anyone else notice increased NVH? Should I be concerned?
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Yes. Very noticeable. Almost sounds like a wheel bearing going but as soon as you apply some light throttle, sound is gone.
 

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Why does it do that?
 

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Bluey! said:
Just installed mine this weekend. I noticed more planted shifts. I also noticed more noise from the diff, especially when there is slack in the power (letting off the accelerator while moving). Sounds like a dull grinding or a very deep hum. Anyone else notice increased NVH? Should I be concerned?
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Yes. Very noticeable. Almost sounds like a wheel bearing going but as soon as you apply some light throttle, sound is gone.
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I noticed no additional noise or whining or anything at all. Do either of you have diff braces?
 

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I noticed no additional noise or whining or anything at all. Do either of you have diff braces?
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No braces. Only happens when coasting, as soon as you let your foot off the gas.
 

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Hm, that's annoying.
 

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Cdubya said:
Yes. Very noticeable. Almost sounds like a wheel bearing going but as soon as you apply some light throttle, sound is gone.
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Exactly! What year is your ST? Single bolt or double bolt rear carrier?
 

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I noticed no additional noise or whining or anything at all. Do either of you have diff braces?
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No diff brace, only Steeda pinion bushings kit and all 4 bolts are the Whoosh upgraded hardware.
 

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Bluey! said:
Exactly! What year is your ST? Single bolt or double bolt rear carrier?
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2020ST, so double. I just attributed it to transmitted vibration from the mount to the subframe. The inserts do more than just fill the voids in the bushing--the face will also limit movement when it contacts the surrounding collar of the mount/subframe.

Edit: the more i think about it, there probably is an issue with my rear diff--like worn bearings--that having the JXB inserts just unmasks. Will have to keep an eye on it.
 

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Quick question for anyone who has done this, or other deflection-reducing mods...

I know this helps with launching and 60' etc. Is there any noticeable benefits under daily driving conditions as well? Or is it only when driving hard?
 

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Quick question for anyone who has done this, or other deflection-reducing mods...

I know this helps with launching and 60' etc. Is there any noticeable benefits under daily driving conditions as well? Or is it only when driving hard?
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Only when driving the car more aggressively will you actually notice most mods.
 

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Bluey! said:
Just installed mine this weekend. I noticed more planted shifts. I also noticed more noise from the diff, especially when there is slack in the power (letting off the accelerator while moving). Sounds like a dull grinding or a very deep hum. Anyone else notice increased NVH? Should I be concerned?
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You have a pinion bearing that is going out in your differential, same happened to mine after installing the inserts. I replaced the rear diff out with a used 30k mile unit and fixed it. Diff was inexpensive but took about 4-5 hours to replace it.
 

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You have a pinion bearing that is going out in your differential, same happened to mine after installing the inserts. I replaced the rear diff out with a used 30k mile unit and fixed it. Diff was inexpensive but took about 4-5 hours to replace it.
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Is there a reason to replace the entire diff vs just replacing the pinion bearing?
 

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Bluey! said:
Is there a reason to replace the entire diff vs just replacing the pinion bearing?
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You could do it yourself but it is A LOT more work than replacing the unit. Then there is making sure that you have it shimmed/gapped correctly, I opted to R&R the diff than disassembling the entire unit.
 

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