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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 05:26 PM
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Default Control Arm Bumpers??

would the addition of poly bumpers make any diffrence? i need to get some but not sure what to get....... :confused:
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 05:54 PM
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Default Re: Control Arm Bumpers?? (Rod Rodriguez)

Make a difference in what? How the car handles? NO! Poly bumpers probably will give a somewhat harsher jolt, than would stock bumpers when you buttom out. Poly bumpers may last longer, but in my judgement, rubber is good enough for a control arm bumper/stop.
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 05:55 PM
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Rod,

Keep the rubber bumpers.

These bumpers are an integral part of the suspension and were designed to work in conjunction with the factory springs. Even if you feel the need to replace the bushings with plastic, I'd be inclined to keep the rubber bumpers.

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i thought that but thought i would ask anyways. thanks for the info!!!


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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 08:57 PM
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Default Re: Control Arm Bumpers?? (Rod Rodriguez)

can you guys believe that a GM dealer wants 37.00 bucks for 1 bumper :mad
i can believe it.. :cry

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