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Ball Joints and Ball Joint Parts | Chevrolet Bel Air 1981
The two different colors are essentially the same at a formula level. Some black components are graphite impregnated as a self-lubricating agent, but overall they are the same part. Graphite is not added to the red formula simply because it changes the color of the bushing.
Bushing hardness by color?
The Durometer (or hardness) of red and black bushings are the same for that position. The different colors do not indicate a higher or lower durometer.
Why buy red bushings?
Red or black bushings is almost entirely an aesthetic choice, there is no real functional difference between the two. Some who drive their vehicles especially hard (track, rally, etc.) sometimes use red bushings because it is easier to see any damage that the bushing might have suffered from extreme conditions.
Are there other bushing colors?
Energy Suspension used to have Yellow and Blue options but they stopped producing components in these colors a long time ago and they are no longer available on the market.
Color
Prothane Red vs Black
Black, or Red? Red, or Black?
Prothane makes bushings in both colors. But is there a difference in them? Is one harder than the other? There are a lot of misconceptions about the color difference in Prothane's bushings, so let us at DST clear that up for you.
How are these two colors different?
Aside from the actual color, there isn't really a difference at all between the red and the black. They are the same durometer, or hardness, so they will perform the same and both should last the life of your vehicle.
What about the graphite rumor?
The black bushings do have a small amount of graphite mixed in with the polyurethane which has the potential to help with squeaking. But really, the best way to prevent Prothane bushings from squeaking is to use the supplied pre-lube* and grease them properly at install. So whether you choose the red, or the black, just be sure to grease them properly to avoid any squeaking.
* Some types of bushings only compress, such as body mounts and endlinks, and do not come with grease because they do not need grease. So if your kit comes with grease, be sure to use it!
Front Sway Bar Bushings
To find the correct universal sway bar bushings set for your vehicle, choose
the universal sway bar bracket type that most closely matches your vehicle's
existing ones. Then use the "A" universal sway bar diameter measurement shown
in the diagrams that matches the diameter of your vehicle's sway bar. Choose
the universal sway bar part number from either of the two columns.
Energy Suspension offers a 7 year warranty for every part they make. But we know the quality of these parts deserves the peace of mind that a Lifetime Warranty provides. Exclusively for DST customers, we offer a FREE upgrade to a Lifetime Warranty handled directly thru us. No strings, no hassles, no receipts needed.
This part is currently not stocked at any of our warehouses. However we
can have the part shipped directly to you from the manufacturer SPC. Special orders from SPC typically ship within 5-8
weeks.
Special Order Fees:
We will pay all special order fees. Purchasing a special order part will
not cost you any more than if we had stocked it.
Domestic Orders:
For all orders shipping to the United States - the part will ship
directly to you from the manufacturer. If you've purchased other parts
along with a special order part, we will send them all in one single
shipment.
International Orders:
For all orders shipping outside the United States, this part will be
shipped directly to our forwarding office. We will fill out the necessary
paperwork and forward the part on to you via your selected shipping option.
If you've purchased other non special order parts - your entire order will
wait to ship until this part has arrived.
Returns
Special Order parts do not qualify for returns. If you purchase a
special order part we will not be able to assist you with a return. If your
special order part is damaged, or missing a piece we will assist you in
promptly receiving the correct order.
Terms and Details Acceptance
If you select "Not Accepted" we will not send you these parts. Your
order will be cancelled and refunded.
Ball Joints ONLY or Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly?
The lower ball joints of the 1981 Chevrolet Bel Air are not serviceable. As an alternative you can instead choose to purchase the full control arm with a serviceable ball joint.
Special Order Terms
Upgraded Front and Rear Shocks?
Monroe offers multiple options for improving the load carrying ability of your vehicle.
Monroe load adjusting shock absorbers feature a heavy gauge calibrated spring to rapidly adjust to changing road conditions and reduce vehicle sag when up to 1,200 lbs of additional weight is added.
Monroe Max-Air air shocks can be inflated or deflated as needed, up to 150 PSI, to maintain ride height when under load with additional weight up to 1,200 lbs.
Yes - Upgraded Rear Coil Spring Assisted Shocks
Includes
Qty 1
Rear Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Assembly - Load Adjusting
monroe-58574
Replaces (removed from the base kit)
Qty 2
Rear Shock Absorber - OE Spectrum
monroe-5802
Yes - Upgraded Rear Air Assisted Shocks
Includes
Qty 1
Rear Shock Absorber - Monroe Max-Air
monroe-ma751
Replaces (removed from the base kit)
Qty 2
Rear Shock Absorber - OE Spectrum
monroe-5802
Yes - Upgraded Front Coil Spring Assisted Shocks
Includes
Qty 1
Front Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Assembly - Monroe
monroe-58263
Replaces (removed from the base kit)
Qty 2
Front Shock Absorber - Monroe OE Spectrum
monroe-5801
Yes - Upgraded Front and Rear Coil Spring Assisted Shocks
Includes
Qty 1
Rear Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Assembly - Load Adjusting
monroe-58574
Qty 1
Front Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Assembly - Monroe
monroe-58263
Replaces (removed from the base kit)
Qty 2
Rear Shock Absorber - OE Spectrum
monroe-5802
Qty 2
Front Shock Absorber - Monroe OE Spectrum
monroe-5801
Yes - Upgraded Front Coil Spring Assisted Shocks and Rear Air Assisted Shocks
Includes
Qty 1
Rear Shock Absorber - Monroe Max-Air
monroe-ma751
Qty 1
Front Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Assembly - Monroe
