SUMO Complete Front Strut Assemblies – Subaru BRAT / Brumby (2nd Generation)

SUMO Complete Front Strut Assemblies – Subaru BRAT / Brumby (2nd Generation)

SKU: SUMO-BRAT-FS
Position: Front (Pair)
Rear shocks sold separately

Product Description

Restore proper ride height, control, and suspension reliability on your classic Subaru with SUMO Complete Front Strut Assemblies, engineered specifically for Second-Generation Subaru BRAT and Brumby chassis.

Original suspension components on these vehicles are often decades past their service life, resulting in poor ride quality, noise, instability, and uneven handling. SUMO front strut assemblies are built as a complete, matched system to eliminate worn components and return the suspension to predictable, factory-correct operation.

Each assembly arrives fully pre-assembled for straightforward installation, reducing labor time and removing the need to source individual parts or use a spring compressor.

Install strut assemblies in pairs for best results.

Key Features

• Fully assembled ready-to-install front strut assemblies
• Includes new strut damper, matched coil spring, top mount / bearing plate, bump stop, dust boot, and mounting hardware
• Designed to restore OE ride height and suspension geometry
• Consistent damping for improved ride control and stability
• Hardened piston rod and quality internal sealing for long service life
• Durable strut housings with corrosion-resistant coating
• Reinforced mounting points for reliable performance under real-world conditions
• No spring compressor required

Vehicle Fitment – Front Only

United States Market
• Subaru BRAT – Second Generation
• Model Years: 1982–1987
• Trim Levels: GL, DL

Australian Market
• Subaru Brumby – Second Generation
• Model Years: 1981–1997
• Trim Levels: GL, DL

Engine & Chassis Notes

• Designed for EA81-based BRAT / Brumby chassis
• EA81 is a 1.8L engine used across all factory BRAT / Brumby platforms
• Vehicles that have undergone engine swaps retain original suspension geometry
• Strut fitment is chassis-based, not engine-based

❌ Does NOT fit First-Generation Subaru BRAT
❌ Does NOT fit EA82-platform vehicles (Leone / Loyale)

Installation Notes

• Direct bolt-in replacement
• No spring compressor required
• Professional alignment recommended after installation
• Replace in pairs to maintain balanced handling

What’s Included

• (2) Fully assembled front strut units, each including:
 – Strut damper
 – Coil spring
 – Top mount / bearing plate
 – Bump stop
 – Dust boot
 – Mounting hardware

Ideal Use

• Suspension restoration on classic BRAT / Brumby vehicles
• Eliminating clunks, sagging, and unstable ride behavior
• Reliable OE-style replacement where original components are worn or unavailable