Hi folks, Please keep replies on list as I and others follow the responses even if we are not in the conversation. thanks, Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfalia
> On Jan 18, 2016, at 4:43 PM, email99@bellsouth.net <email99@BELLSOUTH.NET> wrote: > > Well, three years ago I replaced the ball joints, tie rod ends and upper > control arm bushings on my '86 Westy, putting grease fittings in the > ball joints and tie rod ends. The greased joints are still tight but > the upper control arm bushings are clunking and squeaking on one side > once again. Only a long time Vanagon owner can appreciate how > frustrating this is. I can't recall how many times I have done this in > the past 24 years. > > So it's time to fix it again and I can't see using original design > bushings so I'll ask the list to share its knowledge. > > > Are there upper control arm bushing upgrades other than those produced > by GoWesty and those produced by T3 Technique? > > What experience have people had with these upgrades? What problems? > > How many miles do you have on them and are they still tight? Do they > make noise? Have any failed? Is there a noticeable difference in the > ride? Are GoWesty bushings secure without spot welding? What is your > perception of the design and quality of the parts? Do you have any > other comments? > > > I appreciate any and all comments about the upper control arm bushings. > You may post these back to the list or send them only to my email if you > wish. > > Thanks in advance. > > Ed |
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