Craig,
Your mechanic is giving you good advice. I've used the V8 bushings
in several MGBs and my TD. They are a genuine improvement over the
standard rubber bushings. Though the original bushings in the TD lasted
20 years or so, replacements are bilge and not worth installing even if
they were free.
The V8 bushings give a tighter feeling but they don't seem to put
harshness through the suspension. I've considered using poly bushings,
but as my current MGB is a GT and noise transmission into the cabin is a
consideration in these closed cars, I installed V8 bushings and am happy
with them.
If you use them, be generous with anti-seize on the bolts, as some
have experience troubles later because the bolts have become stuck inside
the metal core of the bushing. I've not seen this, but it's got to be a
real hassle if they do get stuck.
All these replacement bushings, V8 and poly, fit right into the
holes. You don't have to be concerned about modifications that could not
be returned to the original type of useless bushings if you were ever so
inclined.
Bob
On Sat, 8 Jul 2006 11:15:57 EDT CraigsInOK@aol.com writes:
> 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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