front end bushing alternatives

[TLiddicoat]

Hello all,
I recently took apart my front end to get powder coated and noticed that the previous owner did in fact install oillites. However, 1 of them has the collar chewed up and I will need to make a new one. My question is has anyone tried using peak or any other alternative material for these bushings? How did it work?

Also, I need to replace the tie rods on my front end that go into the spindles, does anyone have a good contact for a decent price on these? Stock or aftermarket?

Thanks in advance,
Tyler Liddicoat

 

[grizztracks]

I prefer the Pioneer Performance nylatron bushings over the oilite version: http://pioneerperformance.net/store/page3.html

 

[ViperTurboPete]

Grizz, what is the advantage with nylatron??

 

[grizztracks]

Easier to install, easier to remove and last as long if not longer than the oilite version.

From Pioneer Performance :
We have several Nylatron bushing kits to replace the stock bushings both front and rear on Apex, Nytro, Vector, and RX-1 models. Nylatron is a space age plastic which is 10 times stronger than standard Nylon (stock bushings). Nylatron contains finely divided particles of molybdenum disulphide (a lubricant similar to graphite) to enhance its load bearing capabilities while maintaining the impact resistance inherent to nylon. Each bushing is machined to exact tolerances. For the Pro-Action suspension we have an O.E.M bushing kit to help you freshen up your rear suspension.

 

[Dodge Ram]

I have been looking at the pioneer bushing's. Thanks Grizz for the info about ease of install. That is what I am looking for.

 

[grizztracks]

Make sure you clean the inside of the a-arms tube after removing the old bushings. It's important that that they are clean before installing the new bushings so the inner sleeve fits properly. Also, the flange on the upper a-arm bushings are thin (regardless of which ones you're installing) so be careful when installing them. I've broke a couple.

 

[Dodge Ram]

Copy that Grizz. Planning on alittle emery cloth on the insides. That is once I get the sled in the garage and tore apart.

 

[cannondale27]

Not sure what material they are made of but Ulmers bushings are not oillite. They are solver colored and slightly magnetic.I have never worn one out and highly recommend them.

 

[grizztracks]

I'm not sure what you installed but Ulmer's bushings are oilite as stated on their website. They last longer than the OEM bushings and are a good alternative. I've seen worn oilite bushings although they did outlast the OEM version by several thousand miles.

http://www.ulmerracing.com/

 

[TLiddicoat]

Thanks for all the feedback Grizz. I currently have ulmers "oillite" bushings and upon disassembly found that a few of the real small shoulder ones are broke. They arent wore out so I think I will just throw them back in and save a little money.