Bushings
 

The time has come when I need to replace all the bushings in my FD. Where can I get the bushings that I would need including new engine mount bushings and what would the approximate cost be?? Thanx in advance for any info.

Zach

I don't think you wanna go with OE bushings since they are freaking expensive. I think nylon bushings are a better alternative. I'm not sure how much they cost. I need new bushings all around. I'm waiting for my quote from Tri-Point Engineering for parts and labor. I think some after market Full supsension Coil-over kits come with 'em. Not sure. If you don't have an aftermarket supspension kit maybe you should look into it.

-HeX

The full susp. bushing kit is around $600 (aftermarket) of course labor not included,if you can't do it yourself expect roughly $ 600 to do it.
Ck.group buy on bushings.....
Also,I think I;ve seen them on forum for $500 (3rd gen,parts for sale)

Aha...gonna go check it out. Are they nylon or what?

-HeX

https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showth...sion+bushingsI can't find the other once......
K

Here it is...
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showth...hreadid=136378
K

http://164.46.112.185/MazdaParts/RX-7FD3S/Sus.htm


That stuff is expensive, but you can select what you want. If I were you, I'd save yourself the trouble for a couple of them and go with trailing arms and toe links like the ones that M2 sells. This will save you the trouble of having to get the stock bushings out and you'll be set up with a few of the most effective part changes for handling. You'll get rid of wheel hop and toe steer right away. There's still a much better feel to a car with a full bushing upgrade, but if you're buying from a supplier that requires you select part by part, you'll be able to save the money on the link and arm bushings.

I have the Nylon bushings and have held off on installation due to 3 local RX7 shops that have installed them. Most of their customers had them put the stock ones back in since it sqeaked and made other noises.....

They do give props to the improved handling and response..... but have noted that these bushings feel right at home on the track or perfect roads.....

So this depends on 2 things that I can think of:

1. Are the roads around you smooth?

2. Will you be happy with taking chances on hearing more susp. noise?

-Just a thought

I'm sure the noise is only temporary until the bushings set/break in. Anyone?

-HeX

Most of their customers had them put the stock ones back in since it sqeaked and made other noises.....

Jim already addressed this issue on a previous thread(s)

you have to install zerk fittings with the bushings so you can grease them periodically

That makes sense YZF, but also they should quite down after a "break in" period. Even if they don't I don't mind a little more suspension noise. I'm sure it would be less than what I'm hearing now!! Mine are pretty much shot and noisy as hell! Thanx everybody for the info.

Zach

Another concern was that the Nylon Bushings wore out faster then the stock ones............. any insight on that notion?

Another concern was that the Nylon Bushings wore out faster then the stock ones............. any insight on that notion?

"wear out" is a pretty vague term here....what exactly are the symptoms?

from everything I have read about nylon bushings, they are far more durable than rubber or rubber composite....I'm sure Jim could provide more detail

btw, I think periodic greasing is required regardless of "break in", especially if you drive in the rain....the grease gets flushed out and the bushing starts to squeak