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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by BillyD, Oct 24, 2009.

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  1. BillyD

    BillyD Formula 3
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    #1 BillyD, Oct 24, 2009
    I'm getting the parts together for a QA1 shock mod on my 77 308 I was wondering if anyone has tried these bushings:

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360104963690&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT


    It looks like you just burn/press out the old rubber & reuse the welded tube/outside of the original. The last thing I want to do is make the ride any worse than the lowered car w/uprated springs is going to do. These look like a stiffer rubber than stock? Any recommendations out there for the rack & sway bar bushes?
    Thanks
    Bill
    Riding low, but fast, & hopefully comfortably! ;-)
     
  2. spang308

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    #2 spang308, Oct 24, 2009
    Those should work well on the A arms. Make sure to lube the crap out of them will silicone grease (that most likely comes with them) to keep them from squeaking.
    Check T. Rutlands for steering rack and sway bar bushings. I think I bought mine there a few years ago.
    With or without poly bushings, your ride should be fine providing you didn't get crazy with spring rates. 350 front and 300 rear seems to be ideal for a street mostly/mild track events set up. You won't believe how much better the car drives!

    Spang
     
  3. PhilB

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    #3 PhilB, Oct 24, 2009
    Last edited: Oct 24, 2009
    Based on the "B13.3101G" reference, those are Energy Suspension bushings:

    http://www.suspension.com/ferrari.htm

    Their eBay storefront references Energy Suspension as well.

    Phil
     
  4. saw1998

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    #4 saw1998, Oct 24, 2009
    I used Energy Suspension Teflon-impregnated urethane bushings in my 308s and 328 and loved them. Noticeable improvement in handling, no real increase in ride harshness, and NO squeaking from the Teflon impregnation. I also used their roll bar bushings and assocaited mounting with a lubrication fitting - great stuff and very reasonably priced.
     
  5. thecarreaper

    thecarreaper F1 World Champ
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    #5 thecarreaper, Oct 25, 2009
    last month i called Superperformance and did upper / lower ball joints, outer tie rod ends, and all the front end control arm bushings on my 308 GTB QV. sorry, but T Rutlands wanted over $400.00 for one upper ball joint. i bought all of the above from Superperformance for just over $650.00 shipped from the UK. after a 4 wheel alignment the car drives like a dream now.

    shop around.
     

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