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  • Joe L.
    Beyond Control Poster
    • February 1, 1988
    • 43221

    #31
    Re: Problem with new Strut Rod Bushings - are these ruined?

    Originally posted by Paul Latour (38817)
    Job is done. The 1974 strut rods do not have outer sleeves. Bit of a mess after 97,000 miles but perhaps a (+) comment on the durability of GM original engineering.



    Not NCRS but new VBP composite spring (with heat shields/SS holding straps) and adjustable strut rods with poly bushings make a world of difference in my 1974. Those are snugged down very well with blue Loc-Tite and wrench muscle. No squeaks and very nice handling. The old 9-leaf steel spring was just....finished. It has been recycled at a metal processing facility. I saw no need to preserve it. If you are into that, Eaton can help you.



    It sits a bit high but I have lots of room for adjustment on the 8" spring bolts. Tires are 235-60 so that has to be taken into account.



    Attended a charity show today for Easter Seals children. Hope you like C3 pics.


    Paul------

    No 63-82 Corvette PRODUCTION or SERVICE strut rod assemblies used bushings with outer steel sleeves. The outer steel sleeves only come into play if one REPLACES the bushings on an original strut rod. The SERVICE BUSHINGS have the outer steel sleeve. The strut rods you have pictured never had the bushings previously replaced.
    In Appreciation of John Hinckley

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