Suspension Bushings
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4th Gear
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Oceanside CA
Suspension Bushings
I'm new to the group and had to ask a question. I'm ready to start replacing suspension parts/bushings and was wondering if the "urethane" type bushings are worth a few extra bucks?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2001
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Re: Suspension Bushings (Steve68)
Welcome to the forum. Poly vs. rubber hmmm.. Rubber: harder to install IMHO, smoother ride but can dry out and break down over time but no squeaks. Poly: firmer ride less deflection so better handling can squeak if not greased properly, not likely to rot or dry out. I went poly , there is more road feel but the car feels "tighter" handling but replacing 20 year old bushings is bound to make that happen. Hope that helps.
Scott
Scott
Le Mans Master
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From: Boston
Re: Suspension Bushings (Steve68)
I just got today a new set of poly bushings that will be installing tomorow. I got a complete set for every thing that moves under the car. Got'em from Summit, they're energy suspension part #ens-3-18123 $165. Can't wait to feel the difference! :troll
Le Mans Master
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From: Orlando Floriduh
Re: Suspension Bushings (Steve68)
I have had two cars with poly bushings. The poly bushing transfer more road feel and noise, and drivetrain vibration to the body. They make the car feel tighter BUT.... the control arm bolts loosen up. There have been several threads onthis just recently. If you need to replace bushings, I would use the poly but iIwouldn't do it just because you want poly bushings. :cool:
Race Director
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From: Living in the Hartland
Re: Suspension Bushings (Steve68)
Anyone mix poly and rubber? I was thinking rubber for the main suspension and body then poly just for the sway bars(maybe new and thicker sways too). Any suggestions on a better mix, if a mix at all?
Thanks
Thanks
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2001
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From: Wildwood IL
Re: Suspension Bushings (Fevre)
Anyone mix poly and rubber? I was thinking rubber for the main suspension and body then poly just for the sway bars(maybe new and thicker sways too). Any suggestions on a better mix, if a mix at all?Thanks
Melting Slicks
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From: far, far away
Re: Suspension Bushings (Scott78)
Welcome to the forum. Poly vs. rubber hmmm.. Rubber: harder to install IMHO, smoother ride but can dry out and break down over time but no squeaks. Poly: firmer ride less deflection so better handling can squeak if not greased properly, not likely to rot or dry out. I went poly , there is more road feel but the car feels "tighter" handling but replacing 20 year old bushings is bound to make that happen. Hope that helps.
Scott
Scott
Yeah, what he said. :)
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