shock bushings

My original bushings lasted 6,000 miles.
The McMaster replacements lasted 19,000.
The progressive 412's lasted 10,000. What a PITA to replace them.
When I took the shocks with the McMasters off, I found the middle of the bushing had almost wore through on one, two were broken and in pieces, and the third was cracked and ready to break.
This is just a heads up to keep an eye on them.

Jerry

Wow...thanks Jedison!

That's why I love this board so much.


....................bobbby

Where did you get the bushings for the progressive 412 shocks?. Looking to replace mine.
Thanks
VTX Ferret

Ordered them from progressive. 4 for around $14 with shipping. If you want the steel inserts to they are more. They are a real pain to put in. I can let you know how I did it if you want.

Jerry

That would be great, Thanks I'll call today and order.
VTXFerret

what are the part #s from mcmasters? whatmaterial are the oems made from and what material are mcmasters made from. If i new the dimensions i would get some made from some harder plastic. when i installed the ones from gary they appeared to be polyeurathane. Delrin wouldprobably last longer since youre in the houston area maybe you could show me how you installed the steel.

no-one wrote:what are the part #s from mcmasters? whatmaterial are the oems made from and what material are mcmasters made from. If i new the dimensions i would get some made from some harder plastic. when i installed the ones from gary they appeared to be polyeurathane. Delrin wouldprobably last longer since youre in the houston area maybe you could show me how you installed the steel.

P/N 6389K344
Nylon Bearing Sleeve, for 5/8" Shaft Dia, 7/8" OD, 3/4" Length, Packs of 5
http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=6389K344&pagenum=1070

The steel inserts are for the progressives.

Jerry

Go to the General MC board and read and look at the pic. I just posted.