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Old Sep 11, 2005 | 09:25 PM
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i have a 97 z28 and i have a bent k member that is getting replaced soon
so i tried a search already.

i want to put new bushings in the front control arms but i dont know which
ones to get. poly or the stock rubber

in the couple of months i want to lower the car

question is which bushings will 1. last longer
2. perform better


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Old Sep 12, 2005 | 11:26 AM
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Polyurethane bushings are by far better than the traditional rubber. You can never go wrong with them.
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Old Sep 12, 2005 | 05:35 PM
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I have poly busings on the upper control arms, and they squeak like he11. Poly bushings in the caster position on the front lower control arms are known for having a short life span. I sugest you go with a quality oem replacement, like Moog.

Poly bushings will perform better if you are building a road racing car. Steel rod ends will perform best in that situation, though, but that requires new control arms. Moog black rubber will outlast them all.
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Old Sep 13, 2005 | 10:18 AM
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where can i find the moog replacements?

with the poly bushings is there a chance of bind?
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Old Sep 13, 2005 | 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by stilsleepin
where can i find the moog replacements?
Most autoparts stores should be able to get them, although they will probably need to order them. No shipping charges though, usually.
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