964 / 993 Control Arm Bushings
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Ok, so this is beyond what I can do as a DIY in my cramped Queens garage. At least putting in the bushings myself is. Couple Qs:
1) Are these still available (PM sent to CW)
2) It seems the core exchange is ok from a DIY, and maybe best to budget an alignment to be safe.
3) It seems taking the parts to the shop is about 5 hrs = $5-600 for replacing the bushings. Thoughts on how long it should take them to do an exchange, if that is still an option from Chris?
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1) Are these still available (PM sent to CW)
2) It seems the core exchange is ok from a DIY, and maybe best to budget an alignment to be safe.
3) It seems taking the parts to the shop is about 5 hrs = $5-600 for replacing the bushings. Thoughts on how long it should take them to do an exchange, if that is still an option from Chris?
Thanks,
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Just returned your email, thanks.
Core exchange program is still available, as well as the kits themselves.
Core exchange program is still available, as well as the kits themselves.
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Curious as to how these compair to monoballs I installed in my last 993tt. We installed only one in each lower control arm and left the other stock. It was very firm yet quiet. Can't remember which one we did I think it was the large one.
Any reports of noise and sqeeking yet??
Great work Chris
Any reports of noise and sqeeking yet??
Great work Chris
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Good to hear, indeed.
A rear kit is being trial fitted now. The rear lower control arm is a bit more complicated due to its articulation so we're developing a three piece urethane monoball type of joint.
A rear kit is being trial fitted now. The rear lower control arm is a bit more complicated due to its articulation so we're developing a three piece urethane monoball type of joint.
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Anyone do the core exchange and have the mechanic mount them? Curious as to how much $$ savings and if it is worth it vs. just getting the bushing kit and handing them over to the mechanic, or hand the cores with new bushing over. I read the DIY and this is not something I'm interested in doing myself given my workshop facilities and tolerance for a PITA in my life right now.
Anyone have a DIY on the control arm/a-arm removal install?
Anyone have a DIY on the control arm/a-arm removal install?
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Anyone do the core exchange and have the mechanic mount them? Curious as to how much $$ savings and if it is worth it vs. just getting the bushing kit and handing them over to the mechanic, or hand the cores with new bushing over. I read the DIY and this is not something I'm interested in doing myself given my workshop facilities and tolerance for a PITA in my life right now.
Anyone have a DIY on the control arm/a-arm removal install?
Anyone have a DIY on the control arm/a-arm removal install?
Chris can provide a DIY.
Good luck.
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I don't won't to get the '95 vs '96, '97, '98 rear suspension argument started again, but has anyone just taken the time to measure the lengths and angles of the '95 parts against the later years. surely, if there was a change, it can be measured. I thought it was a given that there was a change until I read all the posts from folks that said that there was not a change.
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I love when old threads come back. Are core exchanges still being done? If/when I ever get the title issues resolved on the 95 I will be putting in a H&R/Bilstein suspension so this will be a while in there project. Engine needs some new seals (valve covers) so I may get lazy and sell it "as is".
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Yes, they are still available on an exchange basis -- sorrry I havent replied to this thread until now, just busy up here at Mosport this week for the ALMS race.