> Alternatively, the nylatron (white nylon) bushings used on the
Just a minor correction to Alan's otherwise excellent summation ... true
Nylatron (it's a brand name) is not white but rather a medium gray. This comes
from the MoS2 (moly) loaded into the nylon, to lower it's coefficient of
friction.
> lower, inner joints could also be used.
The kit I got (which I believe came originally from TriumphTune, although I
bought it from BFE a long time ago) came with bushings, sleeves and washers for
all 8 inner joints. No length trimming was required, but the instructions said
to ream the bushings to size after pushing them into the arms.
> However, be warned that nylatron
> bushings in the upper joint will be noisier and transfer more "road" to the
> suspension,
I didn't find it to be objectionable, but I also ran much softer compound tires,
which may have played a part.
Does anyone know offhand if the Nylatron (as opposed to white nylon) kits are
still available ? Don't plan to do it right away, but when I get around to
rebuilding the front suspension of my 'new' TR3, I'd like to go back to the
Nylatron. I really like that "riding on rails" handling. If I want a refined
ride, I can always drive the Stag.
Randall
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