Suspension Bushings Kit for MK1 GS
08-01-07, 09:36 PM
#32
that may be an option. i still dont have the front arms yet either. i have been traveling the past week and have been working since i got home. trying to find time to get all this done and get the car finished up and competition ready in a very short amount of time. anyone else have any more luck with research?
08-02-07, 10:35 AM
#33
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I can see nothing happening on any of the aristo boards anywhere about this, Epik.
No manufacturer, as far as I can see,
is able to see the potential in doing this kit,
which seems to be short-sighted...
No manufacturer, as far as I can see,
is able to see the potential in doing this kit,
which seems to be short-sighted...
08-02-07, 09:55 PM
#34
Lexus Champion
that may be an option. i still dont have the front arms yet either. i have been traveling the past week and have been working since i got home. trying to find time to get all this done and get the car finished up and competition ready in a very short amount of time. anyone else have any more luck with research?
08-10-07, 07:57 AM
#35
well, it is kind of difficult to get the proper measurements without pressing the bushing out. but i need to know the length and diameter of the center sleeve (inner and outer diameter) and the size of the hole in the arm when the bushing is pressed out... length and diameter.
08-10-07, 08:16 AM
#36
Lexus Champion
well, it is kind of difficult to get the proper measurements without pressing the bushing out. but i need to know the length and diameter of the center sleeve (inner and outer diameter) and the size of the hole in the arm when the bushing is pressed out... length and diameter.
08-19-07, 12:06 PM
#37
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well, it is kind of difficult to get the proper measurements without pressing the bushing out. but i need to know the length and diameter of the center sleeve (inner and outer diameter) and the size of the hole in the arm when the bushing is pressed out... length and diameter.
Heres what the ball joint looks like removed
Ill post more later. Im trying to find a way to sleeve the arm and use a different joint...
08-20-07, 06:13 PM
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If anyone needs a Left (drivers side) upper arm / ball joint combo for experimentation, I have one here that has the threads cut off. Could still be deconstructed and resleeved, new joint, etc.
Last edited by bguild; 08-20-07 at 06:14 PM. Reason: wrong side indicated originally
08-20-07, 08:54 PM
#39
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Epic needs it. Should we start another thread regarding custom fab of the arms ?
08-21-07, 08:24 PM
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08-21-07, 08:48 PM
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yea I went to go bring my car to get a alignment and the tech told me I need to swap out bushing.b4 he can align the car.So Im on a look out for a kit with everything
08-21-07, 08:55 PM
#43
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There is no kit for the 1st gen offered currently. Epic is working on one I believe. Im possibly going to fab custom tube arms...
08-22-07, 06:52 AM
#44
I'm looking at going the same way. Then again mine is for a 99% race driven car, so comfort is not an option. Condiering using spherical rod end bushings and adjusting on the arm itself, especially in the rear lower arms.
I'm interested in the spare upper arms though.. i have a bunch of things brewing right now in my head.. the stitch welding on the interior body is almost complete, and the under hood should be done today too.. then it is on to the cage construction.. so still a bit more down time to work with.
I'd like to see what you have in mind for the tubular arms twoJZ, i'm trying to find a way to eliminate the factory ball joint and use a spherical bushing there also.
I'm interested in the spare upper arms though.. i have a bunch of things brewing right now in my head.. the stitch welding on the interior body is almost complete, and the under hood should be done today too.. then it is on to the cage construction.. so still a bit more down time to work with.
I'd like to see what you have in mind for the tubular arms twoJZ, i'm trying to find a way to eliminate the factory ball joint and use a spherical bushing there also.
08-22-07, 07:06 AM
#45
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Im debating using the spherical bushing on top too but mine is a daily so im concerned about rattleing. Check your PM for my email addy.