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radius arm bushing suggestions?

Bryan Hartman

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Columbus Ohio
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1994 xlt 4wd 4dr
I beleive it is time to replace the radius arm bushings and upgrade them at the same time,any suggestions on kits or manufactures? I am getting some creaking and popping up front.
 



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I would go with the Energy Suspension bushings. They are poly so they will last very, very, long. They are also stiffer than stock. I put them on my X about a month ago and i love them. If you live in a cold area over winter the poly bushings squeek a little. Its not that loud so the radio can usually cancell it out.
 






I have the Duff bushings that came with the lift. I like them a lot. They fit on very snug and make no noise at all like the old ones used to.
 






Thanks for the info. guys How difficult are they to install?
 






hey bryan

I'm in Columbus, and I have been thinking about getting mine done too, let me know if you find a good shop or decide to d.i.y.
 






I put Moog in my'94 Ranger and the quality of rubber is much better than stock. If you don't have extended arms, be careful. The right one goes bad faster than the left and starts to creak becuase it is so close to the Cat. Make sure you put the heatshiels back on the bushing. Also, remember, if not greased, poly can noisey too.

--Sean
 






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