RE: Poly Strut Rod Bushings (installing)

["Dennis C." <dennis.2914@xxxxxxxxx>]

I just installed them on my 63 SF.  I looked yours up and they are one 
piece units, different than mine but here are a couple of comments:

Do not cut or modify the bushing in any way

Lubricate it well, I use Sil-Glide that is a commond Silicone lubricant.

Call who you got the bushing from and ask about the washers.  I used 
Moog bushings and per the instructions that came with them the inside 
washer is installed with the cup facing away from the bushing and the 
outside washer with the cup facing the bushing.  Or another way to say 
it, the cupped part of the washeres all face back.

Don't give up, it really improves the steering.  I'm sure you know that 
you should get the alighment checked when you finish.

Take Care
Dennis

J. O. wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> I have poly bushings to go into my Valiant, and I have one of the poly 
> strut rod bushings installed, but it was a nightmare to get in.
> 
> Would it still work if I cut it in two? Or is there a way to soften the 
> poly material enough to squeeze it into its hole in the frame? Heat?
> 
> *Also, I read somewhere that the washers that go on either side of this 
> bushing need to have the raised rim away from the bushing, rather than 
> toward it, or premature wear would result. Any truth to this?
> 
> 
> thanks,
> Jim Ozolins
> Indianapolis
> '64 Signet 200
> 
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