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Posted by: DennisV Sep 19 2023, 03:25 PM

I removed the bushings from the front strut shock mounts (aka support mount, camber plate). Now I'm a bit confused on the correct bushing and the finish of the mount plate for a 1970 914-6.

What I removed

• One piece bushing with metal tube in the center
• Plates are clearly black

Looking for parts online, that bushing sold separately is listed as '71-89. While sold a few places, I am seeing https://www.elephantracing.com/porsche/914/bushings-bearings-for-914/rubber/#camber-plate-rubber-bushing-kit. If you buy a whole new mount with bushing, they are gold.

By chance, did the bushing differ depending on whether Boge or Koni were installed? I only see a single part number in the PDF catalog (911 341 018 00).



Based on the condition of ours, I am guessing they are original. Can anyone confirm?

Posted by: mepstein Sep 19 2023, 03:40 PM

You can buy two piece rubber mounts that install easy.
What you have looks original to me.

Posted by: Geezer914 Sep 19 2023, 03:48 PM

I think I bought a set of 2 piece bushings from PMB Performance.

Posted by: rgalla9146 Sep 19 2023, 05:17 PM

The finish of the mount is satin black.
After installation and alignment the area around the top of the mount in the trunk
is then spackled with a thick, black, tar like material. This is not seen on any 914 other
than the 914 6.
(seen on 911s too)


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Posted by: DennisV Sep 19 2023, 05:36 PM

Thanks for sharing. That is good news. Ours is still has the material around where the mount plate was installed. Original paint underneath!

Posted by: friethmiller Sep 19 2023, 09:27 PM

I'd recommend hitting each nut with a bit of weld to help secure it - just in case. I've had a nut come loose on me during the install process (after powder-coating ). It would have been so much easier if I had done this before reconditioning the mounts.