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03-04-2003, 02:56 AM | #1 |
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Polyeurethane or polygraphite?
which should i go with for the suspension rebuild on my truck? and why should i choose one over the other?
BTW, i'll be dropping it 5/7. |
03-04-2003, 03:03 AM | #2 |
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i think i'm gonna use the poly graphite ones, i think its the pst kit. they are supoosed to not squeak or somthin. if i get mine before you get yours i'll let you know how it is
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03-04-2003, 06:26 AM | #3 |
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By all means, go with polygraphite. You can't grease control arm bushings after they are on and it will start squeaking after awhile with regular urethane. Only thing I don't like about polygraphite is they only come in black.
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03-04-2003, 01:24 PM | #4 |
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I had polygraphite bushings on a vehicle once and they squeaked like a mother. I don't know if I believe they are self lubricating. They might be better than plain polyurethane but I don't see how. I've talked to others with that had the same results. If you don't want squeaking, use rubber.
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03-04-2003, 01:44 PM | #5 |
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I have used both and was happy with either one. The one of choice currently is PST.
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03-10-2003, 02:37 AM | #6 |
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i think im gonna go against the recomendations. i'll be using the Energy Suspension bushings, in blue no less. my truck is going to be black, with grey and blue accents, i think the blue bushings will add a nice touch of detail to the suspension/chassis.
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