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I just finished up my complete hicas removal...heres what I did...
Kept the Hicas Subframe
Got the Kazama Hicas Eliminator using the Hicas Tie Rods and Ends
Energy Suspension Full Bushing Kit
I pressed out the ball joint on the rear knuckles.
Installed the ES bushing in its place.
Drilled the HICAS rod ends to match the bushings
Used a bolt/lock nut and two large washers to bolt the rod ends to the knuckles. Two large diameter washers are key. If you only use one/small diameter on the rod end side tightening the lock nut on the knuckle side compresses the bushing into the knuckles and causes everything to be misaligned.
The Hicas rods and ends are essentially adjustable toe arms. The outer part can never wear down/out and the inner portion is replaceable if they are shot. GOOD aftermarket toe arms are not cheap and by utilizing the HICAS arms and an eliminator you get the same adjustment without the cost.
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