|
11-14-2013, 12:32 AM
|
#1 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Garner, Iowa
Posts: 19
|
Rubber or poly
Just picked up my 72 Cheyenne...was gonna just tinker but after looking at some builds on here am taking off the frame to get serious. Have you guys seen a big advantage to poly vs rubber body mount bushings...pics to come!
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 12:39 AM
|
#2 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Garner, Iowa
Posts: 19
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Trying to attach pics but on my iPad tonight...try tomorrow
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 07:39 AM
|
#3 |
|
1969 Custom 30 wrecker
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Pottsville, Pa
Posts: 2,611
|
Re: Rubber or poly
I put poly on all of my trucks and have no regrets. I didn't notice any difference in ride quality and I know they'll last.
My faith in repro rubber is about as low as congress's approval rating! 
__________________
Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10 |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 07:56 AM
|
#4 |
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: daytonabeach
Posts: 22,956
|
Re: Rubber or poly
loads of guys dump the poly bushings on thier street trucks in a very short period of time due to the annoying extra vibrations transmitted by theem on daily driven trucks
__________________
71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 08:09 AM
|
#5 |
|
Special Order
  
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Mt Airy, MD
Posts: 85,851
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Another word for body bushings is "body cushion". If you want cushion between you and the road you'll go with the original design still used in new trucks today. People see OEM parts all worn out and feel they need to be "upgraded". They are worn out because they are over 40 years old. Put new rubber in and you'll never wear them out with the use you put of your old truck.
__________________
"BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 11:58 AM
|
#6 | |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Orange, Calif
Posts: 183
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Quote:
I use OEM on all rubber components. Every car/truck I have bought that someone installed poly suspension was a nightmare, they always pop out, noisy and harsh. I hear others say they are good, well good for them but I won't use it, never ever. |
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 12:45 PM
|
#7 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Arlington Washington
Posts: 1,808
|
Re: Rubber or poly
All rubber on my 67
__________________
Scott 67 c10 sold 89 c1500 90 k2500 91 s10 #chevyonly 
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 01:23 PM
|
#8 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: West Virginia
Posts: 6,427
|
Re: Rubber or poly
I have read on here that rubber is the way to go. That is what I am doing.
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 01:40 PM
|
#9 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Modesto, CA
Posts: 2,189
|
Re: Rubber or poly
I personally used rubber. Most everyone that changes mounts is because they are worn. Switching from worn rubber to new poly is a big difference. It would take a true A/B comparison with rubber and poly to really notice the differences, if any. To me it's like arguing about a 5 hp difference in a motor. The dyno sheet proves it, but your butt is struggling to find proof.
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 01:55 PM
|
#10 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Mickleton, NJ
Posts: 1,776
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Body mounts I prefer rubber, suspension bushings I go with poly.
__________________
Shawn 1970 Chevy C-10 SWB, 350, TKO 600 5 speed My build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559881 |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 02:29 PM
|
#11 |
|
Senior Member
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Sandown, NH
Posts: 2,850
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Body mounts I prefer rubber, suspension bushings I go with poly.
X2
__________________
Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859 |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 02:42 PM
|
#12 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Ocean Springs, MS
Posts: 1,746
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Rubber.
__________________
Gary 1971 Chevrolet C/10 1951 GMC 100 1977 GMC C15 1955 Chevrolet 3100 |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 02:50 PM
|
#13 |
|
The Older Generation
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Montezuma, Iowa
Posts: 25,772
|
Re: Rubber or poly
-
Rubber, rubber, rubber, up one side and down the other...  LockDoc
__________________
Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 04:18 PM
|
#14 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Broken Arrow Okla.
Posts: 510
|
Re: Rubber or poly
OE style rubber for my 67.
__________________
1967 swb 454 cid 700R4 trans SOLD 2006 Chevy Trailblazer SS 2013 Camaro RS convertible the wife's Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=573248 |
|
|
|
|
11-14-2013, 07:07 PM
|
#15 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Rancho Cordova, CA
Posts: 274
|
Re: Rubber or poly
All rubber with exception of sway bar.
My understanding is poly on sway bars is a noticeable difference |
|
|
|
|
11-15-2013, 01:02 AM
|
#16 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Garner, Iowa
Posts: 19
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Thanks guys this really helps me get started. Do you like LMC for most of the parts...I see there are a few other options. I have owned a few of these trucks but never restored, done some novas and used Classic Industries...any thoughts?
Here is a photo of the truck before I bought it and one in my garage...looks better in there!  72 Cheyenne, original drivetrain...had a new front drivers fender and maybe a coat of paint in the past but appears to be all virgin sheetmetal. Some fun options with A/C, metal floor in bed...excited to get started |
|
|
|
|
11-15-2013, 01:33 AM
|
#17 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Modesto, CA
Posts: 2,189
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Everyone has their own places they like to purchase from. GMCPauls, and Classic Heartbeat are two good ones.
|
|
|
|
|
11-15-2013, 01:37 AM
|
#18 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Vancouver B.C.
Posts: 286
|
Re: Rubber or poly
That truck looks nice as is.Why don't you just drive it.A frame off could take years to complete.Make sure you get your fill of driving it before you rip it apart.Ask me how I know.
__________________
1972 Blazer CST Dark Olive, am/fm, tilt, tow hooks, tach dash1972 SWB C-10 Highlander Blue/White 1972 Canadian 2wd Jimmy light olive1970 SWB 4x4 4 speed 307
|
|
|
|
|
11-15-2013, 07:29 AM
|
#19 | |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Broken Arrow Okla.
Posts: 510
|
Re: Rubber or poly
Quote:
__________________
1967 swb 454 cid 700R4 trans SOLD 2006 Chevy Trailblazer SS 2013 Camaro RS convertible the wife's Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=573248 |
|
|
|
|
|
11-16-2013, 12:37 AM
|
#20 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Garner, Iowa
Posts: 19
|
Re: Rubber or poly
To clarify, I do not intend to do a full resto, just pull body off restore frame a but and body mounts and replace some trim and interior...gonna add up
|
|
|
|
|
11-17-2013, 12:13 PM
|
#21 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Newhall CA
Posts: 1,195
|
Re: Rubber or poly
poly for me
__________________
69 SWB 780hp Hellcat powered, manual 6 speed, currie 9 |
|
|
|
 |
| Bookmarks |
|
|
Linear Mode
