[DeTomaso] shock bushings

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 3/25/09 9 08 25, panteratime at aol.com writes:


> My original front shocks need their upper and lower bushings replaced.? Can 
> I get these at a local auto supply??? 
> 
>>>HAHA!!   Not a chance!   Replacements are available in two styles:   
polyurethane (relatively cheap), or stock metal/rubber bonded (ranging from 
expensive to stupid expensive; vendor prices range from about $20 each to $80 
each!!!!)   They're a Pantera-specific part (although they are probably also the same 
as those used on Ferraris/Maseratis etc., and thus you can pay 3x more from 
those sources).


> What to do the job today)? I assume I can cut/drill out old bushing and 
> press new ones in with vice??? 
> 
>>>Yup!


> I had all the a arm bushings professionally replaced in 2004.??(bought from 
> one of our Pantera vendors.)?
> Unemployment can make you resort to doing the darndest things!!!
> 

>>>Since you're on a tight budget, you might want to opt for the poly 
bushings.   Even if longevity isn't their strong suit, the stock ones don't last too 
long either.   And as your car never ventures more than a few hundred yards 
from your house (HAH!) chances are you won't wear them out any time soon. :>)

Be sure to lubricate them heavily before installing them; not only on the 
inside and outside, but also on the outer edges that rub against the mounting 
ears on the body.

Mike


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