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Old Apr 30, 2004 | 06:03 PM
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Hi ALl
I need to locate a set of front bushings for the front transverse spring. Any clues ???
THXXXX
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Old Apr 30, 2004 | 11:38 PM
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Do you need the adjusters, too, or just the bushings?
If you need the adjusters they are not sold without the spring that I know of.
Post something in the for sale section that you are looking for them. Many folks have taken theirs off and may sell them.
If you need the bushings just glue some rubber onto the adjuster.
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Old May 1, 2004 | 06:34 AM
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i have both past, the rubber became seperated. But I would not think any glue would be strong enough to hold, thee is a lot of pressure & movement on those pieces.
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Old May 1, 2004 | 08:13 AM
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You could always buy the custom ones from Hardbar a forum sponsor. This link shows the products. Their kit is sold as one though, front bolt/bushing and titanium rear bolts, they won't seperate.

An alternative if nothing else. :seeya

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=789077
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Old May 1, 2004 | 11:09 AM
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Send Gene "Karshop" an email he probably has some of those parts for sale.
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Old May 1, 2004 | 11:16 AM
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Thx for the advice..I actually spoke w/ him the morning. First class guy!!! he needs to call me back after he looks around....
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Old May 3, 2004 | 10:45 AM
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Why do you need new bushings?
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Old May 4, 2004 | 06:30 AM
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I needed to replace the spring. We believe one became damaged on the install.
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