Impreza Wagon - Rear Shocks and Throttle

[mlatham]

I think the rear shocks on my wagon are on their way out. I've noticed the driver side feels like it's sticking. Doesn't happen all the time but noticing it more and more now. Odd feeling to describe, but like the car is dropping or settling at the right rear when coming to a standstill or pulling away and the ride is sometimes jiggly / unsettled. Has anyone else had this? Reading round it seems like rear shocks are a known weak point. Any suggestions on best replacements?

Also, I've noticed the throttle has become a bit notchy, which makes it hard to apply the throttle smoothly. It's not as noticeable in 3rd, 4th or 5th but in 1st or second, at low speeds or in start stop traffic it's quite apparent there is a stickiness to it. Could this be as simple as a new throttle cable to sort? I've tried lubricating the spring on the accelerator pedal and whilst this cured the slight squeak, it hasn't helped the notchiness. There doesn't appear to be anything at the engine end that's causing it - the mechanism feels like it moves smoothly. Again anyone had anything similar?

Cheers

[mlatham]

Thanks both. It's a 2005 WRX.

I will have a look for the KYB struts. Any idea where's best to get them from? Anything else needed e.g. top mounts?