If so, any positive or negative feedback? I’m going to do the front bushings, thought I might try something different than the stock rubber. The intent is to eliminate any possible squeaks and have better suspension travel for 1/4 mile fun.
Guttem on the top, rubber on the bottom. I'm swapping out the front drums to discs this winter and will be changing the lowers to Del-a-lums then. I also run 3way adjustable drag shocks . Car plants MT drag radials 275/50-15s. Jim
does anyone knows the difference in between https://www.globalwest.net/1013.html and https://www.globalwest.net/1011.html
Had them installed on top and bottom control arms in my 71 lark 4-5 years ago. I haven't had any issues and additional torsional control in the steering is positive and noticeable. Considering the cost difference I would consider it a great upgrade to anyone who anticipates holding on to their car and getting the max return on suspension overhaul with stock arms.
Are they squeaky or noisy in any way? I see the Zerk fittings on the Global West items above, so I assume not. Also, it looks as though it would be necessary to drill and tap holes for Zerk fittings in the stock control arms. True?
Probably diameter. GM used two different round bushings and oval bushings in some control arms. Gotta look at your control arms as there is no way to know for sure if you don't measure.
x2. They mention in their ad that they do not offer them for the oval application. Still, depending on the year there are 2 different size round bushings.
Thanks, don't have the oval one, thats sure. How different are diamaters of the round ones? How exact do I have to measure? Down to 1/1000, 1/100 or 1/10 of an inch?
I have them upper and lower in my racecar, front end found alot movement it never had b4. Paired with morose front drag race spring . With shocks removed I could stand under the car on my 4 post and push the car right to the bump stops 1 handed
I have them in stock control arms with Viking shocks and stock Skylark 350 springs. Here's a video of me picking the car up with one hand: https://www.instagram.com/p/BEuch0sNtzX/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
Looks like the 1011 is A body 64-72. I recommend their offset shafts. If installed correctly....it helps with alignment problems in these model a-bodies
You definitely want to ensure you grease the bushings (white lithium is what I used) to keep squeaking at bay. I used to do some heavy off-roading in the deserts here in the southwest and you need heavy duty bushings for that, no rubber. I greased prior to installing my long travel suspension but didn't keep up on it and the thing was squeakier than pool full of mice. Never could get it quiet after that. That being said it does increase the ride harshness, road noise, and vibrations. However, they are extremely nice in firming up the control of the vehicle & last forever. I would go with them, just grease them well upon install, and keep up a good greasing routine.