Everything you want to know about polyurethane bushings – a durable alternative to rubber that improves suspension performance.
Modern cars are switching to sway bar assemblies that use bonded sway bar bushings which makes replacement of worn bushings expensive. We’ll explore the consequences of bonded bushings for car owners and manufacturers as well as some tips for a budget fix that’s repeatable.
Replacing the rear leaf spring bushings on 80’s-90’s Ford Broncos and F Series trucks means knowing the difference between common and molded bushings, and we can show you how to check so you don’t end up ordering the wrong replacement.
Are you looking to give your RZR a little extra edge out on the trails, without a costly suspension replacement? Well, you’re in the right place. In this article, I am going to tell you why rubber is not a reliable bushing material, the ‘creative’ (yet dangerous) fixes for them, and how longer-lasting polyurethane UTV bushings will save you money and upgrade the suspension of your RZR.
A bad control arm really means there’s a bad ball joint or worn control arm bushings. When they fail you can experience symptoms ranging from clunking noises to steering wander. This article will highlight the symptoms along with the reasons for control arm failure and what to do about it.
We’re going to explore what durometer actually is and what it means for suspension bushings. Simply put, durometer is the hardness of a material and describes how it will react to force. We will cover the shore scales and their relevance, why durometer is important and how it affects certain suspension components, the role it plays in different bushing materials and how certain things affect durometer.
Polyurethane Bushings are an aftermarket alternative for replacing or upgrading the suspension bushings in a vehicle. There are a few reasons you might consider installing poly bushings but most boil down to finding a better balance between performance, durability, and comfort.
What is the BEST grease for Polyurethane Bushings? DST has tested the most common greasing options and here are the results.
Jeep JK Bushing Replacement Options There are several brands that manufacture Front Control Arm Bushings for your 2007-2014 Jeep Wrangler JK. They range from complete replacement kits to individual bushings, depending on whether you want to poly out your suspension or quickly fix a broken piece. Some are more suited for off-road enthusiasts while others […]
A complete guide to modifying stock motor mounts by making your own urethane motor mount inserts.
What’s the difference between rubber and polyurethane suspension bushings? DST takes an in-depth look at the material differences between rubber and poly.