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1984SILVERADO · 10-25-2012, 09:15 AM

Just was wondering is anybody out there using Eneregy Suspenion Polyurethane Bushings on the 4X4's? What do you think?

INSIDIOUS '86 · 10-25-2012, 02:07 PM

Have them on my 2wd. Great fit. They did good designing this stuff
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JoeyBones · 10-25-2012, 03:58 PM

did they make a big difference in feel? I'm sure all my bushings are wore out. The Prothane seems to be a bit less expensive.

INSIDIOUS '86 · 10-25-2012, 07:26 PM

The suspension is more responsive overall. I have it lowered and the front suspension modified. I can bottom it out going around a corner before the front breaks loose or the rear breaks loose way before.
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xole · 10-25-2012, 07:36 PM

I used them on my vette and they are noticably stiffer. You really need to make sure you generously lube them when you assemble to prevent noise.

I just purchased some for my front sway bar and will be installing in the next week or so.

-D

Pro Performance · 10-25-2012, 08:00 PM

We sell the Prothane poly bushings and our customers have been happy. If you go with black, they actually have a hint of graphite in them. They do come with the necessary grease though for the bushings that need them.

They do last very long and have less flex than rubber.
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KQQL IT · 10-25-2012, 09:32 PM

Mine where great until the first rain. :/ squeaky squeaky after that..
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INSIDIOUS '86 · 10-26-2012, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by KQQL IT

Mine where great until the first rain. :/ squeaky squeaky after that..
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I drilled mine for zerks. My rear had some that squeaked an once zerked no probs
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KQQL IT · 10-26-2012, 01:09 PM

Mine died a horrible death on railroad track. 72 control arms fixed that squeaking issue
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bigd65 · 10-27-2012, 08:52 AM

I had them on my 85 LWB. They ARE stiffer but makes the handling AWSOME. No leaning
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JoeyBones · 10-29-2012, 08:26 AM

I guess these are on the list, after a headlight switch, rag joint, steering box, and oil pan gasket. haha

ahh the fun of buying an old vehicle!

Skunksmash · 10-29-2012, 06:46 PM

It is fun. Imo. If I didn't have to work on it it wouldn't be nearly as interesting. So gratifying. But also, so frustrating.

JoeyBones · 10-30-2012, 08:56 AM

I agree...but to me it's more fun doing things you get to immediately see and enjoy rather than fix the lack of maintenance by previous owners.

10-25-2012, 09:15 AM	#1
1984SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: OMAHA, NE Posts: 47	Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? Just was wondering is anybody out there using Eneregy Suspenion Polyurethane Bushings on the 4X4's? What do you think?

10-25-2012, 02:07 PM	#2
INSIDIOUS '86 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: washington Posts: 4,178	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? Have them on my 2wd. Great fit. They did good designing this stuff Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 377 sbc thumpr cam autogear m23 muncie 3:73 Detroit trutrac 3''spintech prostreet mufflers xpipe 1 3/4 headers build thread !http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=577217 Iroc gauge threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554511

10-25-2012, 03:58 PM	#3
JoeyBones Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 45	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? did they make a big difference in feel? I'm sure all my bushings are wore out. The Prothane seems to be a bit less expensive.

10-25-2012, 07:26 PM	#4
INSIDIOUS '86 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: washington Posts: 4,178	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? The suspension is more responsive overall. I have it lowered and the front suspension modified. I can bottom it out going around a corner before the front breaks loose or the rear breaks loose way before. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 377 sbc thumpr cam autogear m23 muncie 3:73 Detroit trutrac 3''spintech prostreet mufflers xpipe 1 3/4 headers build thread !http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=577217 Iroc gauge threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554511

10-25-2012, 07:36 PM	#5
xole Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 124	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? I used them on my vette and they are noticably stiffer. You really need to make sure you generously lube them when you assemble to prevent noise. I just purchased some for my front sway bar and will be installing in the next week or so. -D __________________ '86 Chevy K10 SWB Custom Deluxe 4x4 '94 Chevy Corvette '07 Ford Mustang '08 Lexus LS 460

10-25-2012, 08:00 PM	#6
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? We sell the Prothane poly bushings and our customers have been happy. If you go with black, they actually have a hint of graphite in them. They do come with the necessary grease though for the bushings that need them. They do last very long and have less flex than rubber. Posted via Mobile Device

10-25-2012, 09:32 PM	#7
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,211	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? Mine where great until the first rain. :/ squeaky squeaky after that.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

10-26-2012, 01:09 PM	#9
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,211	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? Mine died a horrible death on railroad track. 72 control arms fixed that squeaking issue Posted via Mobile Device __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

10-27-2012, 08:52 AM	#10
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Lake Jackson, TX. Posts: 1,930	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? I had them on my 85 LWB. They ARE stiffer but makes the handling AWSOME. No leaning Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab (Dark Spiral Gray)

10-29-2012, 08:26 AM	#11
JoeyBones Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 45	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? I guess these are on the list, after a headlight switch, rag joint, steering box, and oil pan gasket. haha ahh the fun of buying an old vehicle!

10-29-2012, 06:46 PM	#12
Skunksmash Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TX Posts: 1,014	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? It is fun. Imo. If I didn't have to work on it it wouldn't be nearly as interesting. So gratifying. But also, so frustrating.

10-30-2012, 08:56 AM	#13
JoeyBones Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 45	Re: Energy Suspension Polyurethane Bushings??? I agree...but to me it's more fun doing things you get to immediately see and enjoy rather than fix the lack of maintenance by previous owners.

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