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Old 02-23-2003, 09:30 PM
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After removing my engine in preparation for the new one I noticed that almost every rubber bushing on the front suspension is either dry rotted or gone. Where is the best plase to get new ones? Ecklers? local parts store? Please advise....

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Old 02-23-2003, 09:35 PM
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I have noticed the same problem! I have been doing an engine change and all the bottom rubbers are rotted. I need to find replacements as well. How much should this cost to have the bushings replaced by a front end shop? Fred.
Old 02-23-2003, 09:40 PM
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Default Re: front suspension bushings (fishman)

Shop around. Look at some of the forum vendors... I do a fair amount of business with Zip and am pleased with them.

Most vendors have a front bushing special. Includes all the rubber in one package.

Good luck. :cheers:
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Default Re: front suspension bushings (fishman)

You need to decide if you want rubber or urethane.

In my opinion, rubber is the way to go if you are working on a driver.

Any catalog vendor has them.
Old 02-24-2003, 09:17 AM
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I have Front Suspension Rebuild kits for $119.99. That includes upper and lower ball joints, upper and lower A-arm bushings and sway bar bushings. I have other kits also but thats just one of them. check us out. http://www.vansteel.com

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