Greetings,
My kingpin bushings are bad and need to be replaced. My mechanic is
recommending that I use either V8 bushings or polyurethane bushings. I've
read a lot about the using the V8 bushings but haven't noticed much mention
about the polyurethane ones.
I have a 1977 MGB that is used for fun. It is used to drive on interstate
highways at 75 mph and back roads at 50 mph and I'd like the suspension to
be crisp but not make the ride so hard that it isn't enjoyable. My car
isn't as it originally came from the factory, but I also don't want to take
it so far from there that it couldn't be returned.
Anyone out there that has used both or that could give me some advice would
be greatly appreciated.
Craig
1977 MGB
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I've replaced the V8 bushings in both my cars with the red poly bushings.
Two big differences I see, 1, you don't have to have the weight of the car
on the suspension prior to tightening as the poly bushes rotate, and 2, the
V8 bushes metal center will eventually rust onto the bolts.
Safety Fast!
Gordie Bird
'62 MGA
'67 MGBGT
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