PDM TranQuil "TSK2" (Subaru) Snout Release Bearing & Sleeve Repair Kit

Applications:

• 2004 - 2006 Subaru Baja 2.5l Turbo (Replaces Subaru Part: 30502AA08)
• 2003 - 2005 Subaru Forester XT 2.5l Turbo (Replaces Subaru Part: 30502AA080)
• 1991 - 1994 Subaru Legacy 2.2l Turbo (Replaces Subaru Part: 30502AA080)
• 2002 - 2005 Subaru WRX 2.0l/2.5l Turbo (Replaces Subaru Part: 30502AA080)

These are the most common symptoms associated with a damaged or grooved quill on a transmission.  It is also referred to as the snout, bearing carrier, or case extension.  In most cases it is an integral part of the transmission case & cannot be replaced.  The logical solution is to replace the case or the transmission.  Both options are expensive & time-consuming, neither of which solves the problem permanently.

THE CAUSE

In the operation of the clutch, the release or throw-out bearing slides on the clutch snout or quill, allowing you to engage and disengage the clutch mechanism.  Due to various reasons the quill becomes grooved over time.  If the quill were made of a harder metal than aluminum, this would not be as common.  The most common causes are: improper clutch adjustment, defective clutch assemblies, stop & go traffic, keeping your foot on the clutch (commonly referred to as riding the clutch), loss of lubricant, heat, & etc.

THE EFFECT

The effects of these grooves on the clutch operation are catastrophic.  They cause: premature clutch disc wear, premature bearing failure (further adding to the problem), sticky &/or jerky pedal travel, rattling clutch forks, transmission damage, etc.

THE SOLUTION

The Transmission Sleeve Kit (TSK) solves this problem by utilizing a sleeve, precision machined of 304 Stainless steel, which slips over the original quill. This provides a smooth, hard surface for the oversize bearing to slide on. It is anchored with set screws and is removable & re-usable. As in the case of the Subaru, it must be removed to allow any transmission repairs.

TSK Kits come complete with:

• Instructions
• Sleeve
• New oversized clutch release bearing
• High-temp grease