Yes there are notches on the shaft. I think they are there to stop the boot from slipping too far down the shaft. See attached image, you can just make out the notches in my shifter cable install...
If you aren't able to get it off, you can always unscrew the boot and large silver plastic ring off from the trim. There are 3 screws holding it in, you can see them in...
The only other mods I have up front are roll centre adjuster, aftermarket lca bushes and camber bolts. Which were added to refine my setup and help with the alignment.
Shouldn't be any issues. A few mates of mine run 17x8.5 +31's all round with 225/45's and I think the other runs 215/45's. Only very slight rubbing under load in the rear on the 225/45 setup, on non...
A mate of mine gets around on a set of Advan RGII's which are similar offsets, 17x8.5 +31 with 225/45's all round. Scrubs a bit under hard cornering in the rear and when the back seats are loaded up....
I was looking into the same part a while ago, I ended up getting an aftermarket actuator installed instead. Coz I was having a hard time sourcing the correct OEM replacement for cheap. Worked out...
Engine Oil: Castrol Edge 5W30 for track and sometimes daily (currently using it for daily use) it burns around 100-200ml every 2-3 weeks depending on how hard I push it. I've also use Calibre 5w30,...