need source for rear control arm bushings
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From: RIGBY IDAHO
need source for rear control arm bushings
I recently noticed my vette seemed to be trying to dart back and forth so I took it in for some allignment work and the mechanic said the rear control arm bushings were worn out. Can anyone source a supplier name and part # for these bushings for me ?? thanks in advance :confused:
Drifting
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (VETTEMANIAC)
As far as I know, they do not make aftermaket rubber bushings for the upper and lower control rods.
You can replace them with poly from energy suspensions.
You can replace them with poly from energy suspensions.
Burning Brakes
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (VETTEMANIAC)
hi,any good well stocked auto parts store will have them in stock or you can check out the parts dealers on this forum,zip,eicklers,etc.i installed the poly bushings last summer and love them.its something you should check out.good luck greg84 :cool:
Drifting
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (greg84)
Is replacing the rear bushings a one weekend job for someone with suspension experience? I have rebuilt the front and rear on my '74 Corvette, but it wasn't a driver so I really took my time.
I'd like to replace the bushings on the '96 but don't want to take it off the road for an extended period of time.
Thanks,
Jeff
I'd like to replace the bushings on the '96 but don't want to take it off the road for an extended period of time.
Thanks,
Jeff
Drifting
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (no_radio)
If you're only doing the bushings, a weekend should be plenty of time. I used energy suspension poly all around and really appreciate the difference it made.
You'll have to drill out the upper and lower spindle control rod bushings and those will be the hardest to replace.
[Modified by 1MoorTym, 8:39 PM 12/9/2002]
You'll have to drill out the upper and lower spindle control rod bushings and those will be the hardest to replace.
[Modified by 1MoorTym, 8:39 PM 12/9/2002]
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (VETTEMANIAC)
Best source for poly bushings that I have found is http://www.suspension.com.
Drifting
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Re: need source for rear control arm bushings (Vette92)
OK, I'm going to order the heavy duty toe-rods, poly-adjustable camber rods, and urethane bushings. What's the best method for removing the rear bushings? Drill out the old ones, right, and then does the remaining material peel out pretty easily?
I am planning to do this job this weekend...
Thanks,
Jeff
I am planning to do this job this weekend...
Thanks,
Jeff
