1971 Riviera suspension improvement

Discussion in 'The whoa and the sway.' started by Pierre Donard, Aug 23, 2014.

  1. Pierre Donard

    Pierre Donard Well-Known Member

    Hi there, I wanna replace all the bushes and ball joints on my 71 Riviera. Which items do I need and where can I find them please ?
     
  2. GSX 554

    GSX 554 Gold Level Contributor

    Rock Auto has everything. Do the upper and lower bushings and ball joints . The tie rods and center steering link can be replaced at the same time if you want . Also check out the Boattail Registry and let Rob add your Riviera to the Registry.
     
  3. Pierre Donard

    Pierre Donard Well-Known Member

    Thanks GSX455-4ever. So how many bushes are there totaly ?
     
  4. GSX 554

    GSX 554 Gold Level Contributor

    2 in each lower arm and 2 each in each upper arm for a total of 8. then 2 lower joints and 2 upper joints. 2 stabilizer links.

    If you go to do the steering part you will need 2 inner tie rod ends , 2 outer tie rod ends and a center steering link. and a Idler arm .
     

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