I used a silicone grease which is safe for poly. My BPNW bushes have been in
there for 5 years and are still good.
Bob Kramer
TR3A, TR6, TR4A, Devin TR3
Hill Country Triumph Club
Corinthians Vintage Auto Racing
rgk@flash.net
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Cline <mcline@substrates.com>
To: Triumph list <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Cc: <dms@snip.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 1999 11:26 AM
Subject: Trailing arm bushings
>
> It has been suggested to "grease" the trailing arm bushings. I caution you
> about the use of grease with the rubber bushings. It will soften the
rubber.
>
> My opinion, after putting in brand new rubber bushings then replacing them
> with poly ones from BPNW, FORGET the rubber! Use only the poly. I noticed
a
> tremendous reduction in the "Triumph Twitch." When installing use plenty
of
> anti-seize compound (or grease) to eliminate the possibility of squeaking,
> it should not affect the poly.
>
> Mike Cline
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