Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

davepl · 07-19-2012, 04:53 PM

I'm ordering all the parts to rebuild my suspension, so be prepared for a bunch of noob questions from me on it!

For my 3/4 Longhorn 1970:

I'd like to retain my original control arm shafts, but I can't find the rubber ring things that go in with them. I can buy entire replacement arm kits that include them for as low as $5 for the uppers, but the lowers get pricier.

Is there a name for these things? I might not be searching properly... at least on Rock Auto I can't find them.

Thanks!
Dave

SS Tim · 07-19-2012, 05:17 PM

GM calls them "SEAL,Steering Knuckle,Upper and Lower Control Arm"

**FirstOwner69** · 07-19-2012, 06:13 PM

LMC sells all the pieces individually according to their catalog. The seals are $3.95 each. Of course, I can't vouch for the quality.

ole dollor · 07-19-2012, 06:55 PM

i think there called upper and lower control arm bushings....that what i have always called them.....never had a problem getting them...

67c10rustbuket · 07-19-2012, 07:40 PM

LMC does sell them as do a few other resto companies but the offshore replacements dont fit right according to user elcampo in this thread.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528294

I found them on rockauto for you, you have to search for "control arm shaft kit" and you have to buy exactly that the whole shaft kit which is a little spendy but worth it for quality suspension parts. FYI I searched for a 1970 C20 350cid. I bought these for mine but Im dont recall if the C10 uses the same or different PN.

67c10rustbuket · 07-19-2012, 07:43 PM

And FYI for anyone else, I have searched long and hard and no local parts stores or online parts stores sell just the bushings themselves. Only resto companies which are carrying the different shaped off shore ones from what I could find anyway, Trust me I searched for hours trying to save a buck!

**70cst** · 07-19-2012, 07:56 PM

If there is a fit issue... I would try WES at Classic Heartbeat or Paul at GMCPauls and they should steer you correctly. There are also other good Board Vendors on this site that could also give you sound advice.
Good Luck

07-19-2012, 04:53 PM	#1
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? I'm ordering all the parts to rebuild my suspension, so be prepared for a bunch of noob questions from me on it! For my 3/4 Longhorn 1970: I'd like to retain my original control arm shafts, but I can't find the rubber ring things that go in with them. I can buy entire replacement arm kits that include them for as low as $5 for the uppers, but the lowers get pricier. Is there a name for these things? I might not be searching properly... at least on Rock Auto I can't find them. Thanks! Dave __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

07-19-2012, 05:17 PM	#2
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? GM calls them *"SEAL,Steering Knuckle,Upper and Lower Control Arm"* Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

07-19-2012, 06:13 PM	#3
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? LMC sells all the pieces individually according to their catalog. The seals are $3.95 each. Of course, I can't vouch for the quality.

07-19-2012, 06:55 PM	#4
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? i think there called upper and lower control arm bushings....that what i have always called them.....never had a problem getting them...

07-19-2012, 07:40 PM	#5
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? LMC does sell them as do a few other resto companies but the offshore replacements dont fit right according to user elcampo in this thread. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528294 I found them on rockauto for you, you have to search for "control arm shaft kit" and you have to buy exactly that the whole shaft kit which is a little spendy but worth it for quality suspension parts. FYI I searched for a 1970 C20 350cid. I bought these for mine but Im dont recall if the C10 uses the same or different PN. Attached Images __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

07-19-2012, 07:43 PM	#6
67c10rustbuket Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 2,806	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? And FYI for anyone else, I have searched long and hard and no local parts stores or online parts stores sell just the bushings themselves. Only resto companies which are carrying the different shaped off shore ones from what I could find anyway, Trust me I searched for hours trying to save a buck! __________________ Dan <---(my name) 67 SWB C10 project "GEORGIA"-59 Brookwood 2dr wag...Next project-03 Tahoe 4x4 5.3 family ride-07 Hondur Accord, commuter car

07-19-2012, 07:56 PM	#7
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Control Arm shaft bushings - proper name? If there is a fit issue... I would try WES at Classic Heartbeat or Paul at GMCPauls and they should steer you correctly. There are also other good Board Vendors on this site that could also give you sound advice. Good Luck __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!



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