Rear Differential mount bushings
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Rear Differential mount bushings
So, I'm in the middle of a COMPLETE rebuild and modification of my 75's suspension, and noticed that the bushings that hold the differential mount (the ~3inch rubber bushings on the outer end of the differential mount crossmember) looked a little cracked and broken. looking through ecklers and VB+P websites, i cannot seem to find the bushings. is there a special name for them?
also, is there a poly replacement for them?
in addition, where can i get replacement bumpstops for the lower front control arms?
also, is there a poly replacement for them?
in addition, where can i get replacement bumpstops for the lower front control arms?
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VB&P has them for sure- I got a pair last winter. Differential Crossmember Mount bushings.
No idea on the NHRA rules, but it seems like a pretty good idea. I've seen the damage of a halfshaft failure- it ain't pretty.
No idea on the NHRA rules, but it seems like a pretty good idea. I've seen the damage of a halfshaft failure- it ain't pretty.
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I just ordered a set from Mid America. Showed up in maybe 3-4 days.
Also I believe I saw the control arm bumpstops from them as well. Their catalog is fantastic for its pictures. If you get on the list, youll have a catalog for every season.
Brent.
Also I believe I saw the control arm bumpstops from them as well. Their catalog is fantastic for its pictures. If you get on the list, youll have a catalog for every season.
Brent.
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also, i see that VB+P sells some sort of reinforcement (looks like a billet insert) and the description simply says "you need these." anyone know what they are or even used them?
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We have poly differential mount bushings for $32 free shipping.
http://www.duntovmotors.com/Differentials_63-79.htm
http://www.duntovmotors.com/Differentials_63-79.htm
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We have poly differential mount bushings for $32 free shipping.
http://www.duntovmotors.com/Differentials_63-79.htm
http://www.duntovmotors.com/Differentials_63-79.htm
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Nemesis_152,
Here's how I made mine. I started off using a polyurethane caster from a farm store of all places, and cut the wheel out of it. I left the ID a little small and forced it onto the frame using a 1/4" steel plate you can see in my diagram.
Since I didn't have a means of making a custom bushing, I had to take this multi-piece aproach to make it work. The rubber pads keeps the gear noise to a minimum.
Oh yeah, one thing to note about my setup. It raises the rear differential about 5/8" so you can lower the rear of the car without upsetting the half shaft angles.
Here's how I made mine. I started off using a polyurethane caster from a farm store of all places, and cut the wheel out of it. I left the ID a little small and forced it onto the frame using a 1/4" steel plate you can see in my diagram.
Since I didn't have a means of making a custom bushing, I had to take this multi-piece aproach to make it work. The rubber pads keeps the gear noise to a minimum.
Oh yeah, one thing to note about my setup. It raises the rear differential about 5/8" so you can lower the rear of the car without upsetting the half shaft angles.
Last edited by Jason Staley; Dec 23, 2008 at 06:08 AM.
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well, the car will have around 585 crank hp and will make many passes at the drag strip, so i guess i'll either do a custom setup like jason's or buy the billet plates.thanks a bunch, guys.
-jeff
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Nemesis_152,
Here's how I made mine. I started off using a polyurethane caster from a farm store of all places, and cut the wheel out of it. I left the ID a little small and forced it onto the frame using a 1/4" steel plate you can see in my diagram.
Since I didn't have a means of making a custom bushing, I had to take this multi-piece aproach to make it work. The rubber pads keeps the gear noise to a minimum.
Oh yeah, one thing to note about my setup. It raises the rear differential about 5/8" so you can lower the rear of the car without upsetting the half shaft angles.
Here's how I made mine. I started off using a polyurethane caster from a farm store of all places, and cut the wheel out of it. I left the ID a little small and forced it onto the frame using a 1/4" steel plate you can see in my diagram.
Since I didn't have a means of making a custom bushing, I had to take this multi-piece aproach to make it work. The rubber pads keeps the gear noise to a minimum.
Oh yeah, one thing to note about my setup. It raises the rear differential about 5/8" so you can lower the rear of the car without upsetting the half shaft angles.
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driveshaft loop is already in the plan, halfshaft loops are likely. i dont have an NHRA rulebook here with me, but i will check when i get back near it if the halfshaft loops are required. i'm sure they can't be too tough to fabricate.
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