1G Lower strut bushings?

[decathect]

Has anyone found replacement rear lower strut bushings that work for a 1g? Even something universal that works? I'd like to run some non-dsm rear struts (since our options are basically nonexistant) but I'd like to avoid having to reinvent the wheel on the lower bushing. Though, if I have to, so be it.

 

[BOSSke]

This might help you

http://www.dsmtuners.com/threads/help-on-struts-please.435499/

 

[GRAVEDIGGER]

That bushing is not available separately as far as I know since it comes built into the strut. If you're choosing to run a non-dsm rear strut I guess you will be forced to make something work. Good luck!

 

[decathect]

BOSSke, I was talking about the LOWER mount, the bushing with sleeve that is specially shaped to fit our mount posts. Thanks nonetheless!

 

[steve]

The metal sleeve and bushing to fit over this?

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[decathect]

Yes sir, I believe the 'entry' portion of the sleeve is actually tapered and/or larger diameter if i remember correctly. I dont believe it to be standard or common with other makes.

 

[steve]

Correct, the sleeve is stepped and I believe has a slight interference that torquing the bolt forces. The same style is used on the 3S but I can't speak to the same dimensions. I just know that both are a PITA to remove.

 

[decathect]

Good info, thanks Steve. I'm in communication with Bilstein to see if they'll sell me just the bushings. I'll update if I make any progress there. Otherwise I might have to salvage some from some crappy struts.

 

[decathect]

Just got an update, not too surprisingly they don't sell or provide the bushing separately. I have a contact with Bilstein I'm going to use for further info and retrofit options though.

 

[DSM IN MN]

Any luck with this? Seems quite ridiculous that with how old these cars are and how often they are parted out no one sees the need to make replacements. I contacted KYB and apparently they don't make any bushings for the struts they sell. Or in other words that don't want to be bothered with selling the bushings separately. Pretty ridiculous as well.