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Tie Rod Ends? control arm bushings?

Old 01-02-2012, 06:27 PM
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Default Tie Rod Ends? control arm bushings?

Does anyone make after market Tie Rod ends for the front and rear tie rods on the C6-Z06. Need to replace all of the rod ends they are cracked and leaking grease. The GM parts are very costly. Thanks. JD
Also thinking of replacing control arm bushings? any thoughts?? JD
Old 01-02-2012, 06:54 PM
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I'd probably go with one of the bump-steer kits, as they are less expensive and don't have boots. Also, adjustable if you decide to get experimental.

I'm not sure how livable the current crop of poly bushings are, but it's certainly a nice performance boost. Pfadt would be the obvious choice, but I haven't tried them myself.
Old 01-02-2012, 06:57 PM
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JD, psssst, go spherical bearings.
Old 01-02-2012, 07:51 PM
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I have them and am very happy with my Pfadt sphericals.
Old 01-14-2012, 11:25 AM
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JD
You got me thinking about the Pfadr sphericals.

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