Torque Solution | High-Performance Drivetrain & Mount Solutions

Torque Solution covers a broad range of turbocharged and enthusiast platforms. The platforms we get asked about most in Australia:

• Subaru WRX and STI (GD, GR/GV, VA, VB)
• Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 / GR86
• Subaru Forester and Liberty / Legacy turbo models
• Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Two fitment details catch buyers out. On WRX short shifters, the 5-speed and 6-speed gearboxes take different parts, so a GD or VA WRX 5-speed kit will not suit an STI 6-speed even though the chassis looks similar. On the ZC6 / ZN6 86 and BRZ, the shared FA20 driveline means most engine and gearbox mount parts cross both cars, but the later ZD8 / ZN8 GR86 and BRZ are a separate fitment. Availability varies by part family and model year, so check the individual listing against your build.

• Engine and transmission mounts: polyurethane and billet mounts that cut engine pitch and wheel hop under hard launches.
• Short shifters and shifter bushings: shorter lever throws and stiffer bushings for a more defined gear gate.
• Turbo blankets: thermal blankets that keep exhaust heat in the turbine housing and off nearby hoses and looms.
• Oil pickups and windage trays: oiling system parts aimed at sustained high-g cornering.
• Silicone hose kits and BOV adapters: replacements for ageing rubber and adapters for aftermarket blow-off valves.

Torque Solution is an American brand that concentrates on the tactile side of performance. Instead of chasing peak power, its parts target the slop in a standard drivetrain: rubber mounts that let the engine rock, shifter bushings that make gear selection feel vague, and heat-soaked engine bays.

The mount range is the best known part of the catalogue. Stiffer polyurethane holds the engine and gearbox steadier, so more of a launch goes into the tyres instead of into engine movement. That helps most on high-torque Subaru builds where wheel hop shows up first.

The trade-off is honest and worth knowing before you buy: stiffer mounts and bushings transmit more noise and vibration into the cabin. Softer polyurethane options suit a daily driver, firmer options suit a car that spends real time on track. We stock the brand because it offers that choice rather than a single one-size part.

Check fitment by model, generation and gearbox before ordering. Mounts and shifter parts are the most sensitive to this. A WRX mount is not interchangeable across all chassis codes, and manual and automatic cars often need different parts. The 5-speed and 6-speed Subaru gearbox split is the single most common ordering mistake on shifter kits, so confirm which box is in your car rather than going by badge. Some AU-delivered RHD models differ from the US-market cars a part was originally listed for, so check the listing notes against your VIN or chassis code if you are unsure.

Most mount replacements need the engine or gearbox supported from above or below while the old mount comes out, so a jack, stands and a support bar make the job far easier. Shifter bushing kits usually require removing the centre console and, on some cars, dropping the shifter assembly. Turbo blankets need the turbo accessible and the wire ties or clamps routed clear of moving parts.

Plan for consumables: new hardware where the factory bolts are single use, a small amount of assembly lubricant on polyurethane bushings to stop squeaks, and fresh clamps for silicone hose kits. Owners often report that fitting stiffer mounts alongside worn suspension bushings just moves the noise elsewhere, so it is worth checking the rest of the mounting points at the same time.

Chicane sells parts and ships them Australia wide. We do not carry out fitting, so speak to your workshop about labour before ordering.

• Hardrace suspension bushings and arms to tidy up the rest of the chassis once the mounts are stiffer.
• Radium Engineering fuel and oil catch can hardware for the supporting systems on a high-power build.
• DIXCEL brake pads and rotors to match braking to the extra traction off the line.
• KORSH performance parts, designed and supported here on the Central Coast.

Will Torque Solution mounts increase cabin vibration?
Yes. Replacing soft factory rubber with stiffer polyurethane raises noise, vibration and harshness. In return you get less engine movement, less wheel hop and more consistent shifts. Most buyers chasing that connected feel accept the trade-off, but it is real on a daily driver.

What do shifter bushings actually do?
Factory bushings are soft rubber chosen to isolate the cabin, which makes the shifter feel mushy. Stiffer or solid bushings remove that slack so each gear gate feels distinct. The difference is most obvious in Subaru manual gearboxes.

My WRX is a 5-speed. Will a 6-speed shifter kit fit?
No. The 5-speed and 6-speed Subaru gearboxes use different shifter assemblies, and the kits are not interchangeable. Confirm your gearbox before ordering, or send us your chassis code and we will check.

How do I confirm a part fits my year and trim?
Match your chassis code, model year and gearbox type against the fitment notes on the individual product page. Some Australian-delivered models differ from the US-spec cars a part was first designed for. If the listing is not clear, send us your VIN or chassis code and we will check before you order.

Do Torque Solution parts come with a warranty?
Torque Solution products are covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and Australian Consumer Law applies to everything we sell. Parts used in competition or fitted incorrectly are generally excluded, so keep your installer's records.