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Old Oct 23, 2020 | 10:44 PM
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2016 Escape bushing replacement

It's getting near that time to replace the F & R sway bar bushings and end links on my 2016 Escape 2L turbo and I am wondering if OEM is the way to go or should I get poly bushings for a firmer better handling ride? I've used poly bushings on my other vehicles in the past and like the stiffer handling.
Any thoughts appreciated. Thanks.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2020 | 05:27 AM
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I guess the real question is:
Do you like the ride the OEM bushings give you or not?

The sway bar ends on my 12 are at the same point and I've always gone OEM.
 
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Over the weekend I went ahead and replaced the rear end link bushings and the F &R sway bar bushings with poly bushings. I prefer a bit stiffer feel and less sway in cornering. I've used poly bushings in the past on other vehicles and I've been pleased with the results.

 
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