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Old 03-18-2004, 03:34 AM
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Default Rubber or Nolathane

I am using nolathane/urethane on my inner suspension arm bushings!

On the T/Bird uprights I am also using urethane, my first car had this firmer material and heim joints throughout, and as far I am concerned rubber is has to much compliance. Nolathane is widely used now even on farm vehicles but doesn't like the grit and grime which reduces life of bushings.

Its the old story they used to solid bush everything years ago with bronze etc and parts cracked, gave a jarring effect, because rubber has to much movement, urethane is in my opinion better.

Mounting motors I have gone to rubber mounts with bolts through, but they are not tight just a bit of clearance, on the gearbox (when I get it) I will use the same a rubber mount, or urethane, but I dont believe in mix and matching mediums.

Having said all that I am probably talking through a hole in my head, and welcome any advice!
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