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Old Dec 16, 2001 | 10:09 PM
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Poly Bushings to solid?

I should change radious-arm & axle-pivot bushings when I change to disc brakes. Are these new Polyurethane Bushings any good? I'm looking at the "Energy Suspension" ones that LMC sells. I've heard that they tend to squeak, and give a rough ride, but this is the oposite of eveything Energy suspension claims. Mabey these guys are using the cheepo brand of poly bushings, instead of the name brand. Anybody got this brand of bushings?

P.S. The poly bushings are less expensive than the rubber in LMC's catalog, so I'm hopping I get good reports.

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Old Dec 16, 2001 | 10:23 PM
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I have poly radius arm bushings and all is well...No Noise

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Old Dec 16, 2001 | 10:57 PM
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Poly Bushings to solid?

Look for the graphite impregnated ones. They are semi-self lubricating and should be quieter.
 
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Old Dec 17, 2001 | 01:10 AM
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The poly's are just fine. Never noticed a squeak ever...
 
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Old Dec 17, 2001 | 07:29 AM
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I have the energy bushings on my radius arms. No problems at all.
 
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Old Dec 17, 2001 | 11:46 AM
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Poly Bushings to solid?

I used the kit from performancesuspension.com which came with Energy Suspension bushings when I did my disc brakes- no problems. Also replaced the steering linkage and front springs while I was at it.

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Thanks Guys,
Thats what I was wanting to hear. I'll order them as soon as I get everything together.
 
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