Trailing Arm Bushings, What material to select? |
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Trailing Arm Bushings, What material to select? |
malcolm2 |
Aug 28 2014, 03:32 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,745 Joined: 31-May 11 From: Nashville Member No.: 13,139 Region Association: South East States |
I need to replace the rear wheel bearings, so "while I am in there" I will also tackle the bushings.
Rubber looks to be the OEM choice but is hard to find with the exception of the elephant racing kit that includes the shafts and install tools. $300+ I used the Elephant bushings on the front. I found poly-graphite to be the least expensive < $20 for a set of 4 bushings only With Delrin as the middle of the road choice. @ $50 for a set of 4 bushings only So what is the +/- of each material? Can you throw a few vendors out there? My car is a daily driver? Clark |
MikeM |
Aug 30 2014, 09:59 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 564 Joined: 16-May 10 From: Calgary, Canada Member No.: 11,733 Region Association: Canada |
But these are poly bushings right? Not rubber. Will they creak and groan and squeek like everyone is saying poly bushings will do? I'd love to hear from someone that actually has these on their car.
Mike |
malcolm2 |
Aug 30 2014, 10:11 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,745 Joined: 31-May 11 From: Nashville Member No.: 13,139 Region Association: South East States |
I'd love to hear from someone that actually has these on their car. Mike I am with you on that: pictures vs. a cartoon and a few testimonials (Do they squeak?)! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) Pulled from the website: Rebel S Racing (RSR) Products 914 Rear Bushing Set Fits: 914 rear trailing arms With the overwhelming success and popularity of our 911 series bushings, we designed this 914 rear trailing arm bushing set. *Super low coefficients of dynamic friction. *Utilizes modern technology, Thermoplastic PTFE (Teflon) impregnated self lubricating polymer bushing liners. *Replaces factory rubber bushings. *Precision shim pack is included for ease of installation and optimal alignment. *Installation instructions included. *Provides absolute minimal deflection of rear trailing arm pivot points. *Holds rear toe settings in place under load *Guaranteed to last as long as you own your car! *Proprietary Rebel S Racing (RSR Products) design added my thoughts: |
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