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poly bushes for engine cradle
Paul TigerB6 - 14/3/07 at 05:51 PM

Evenin'
I am looking to make up an engine mounting cradle to support my R1. I am looking for some suitable poly bushes as I would prefer not to solidly mount the cradle so could anyone recommend any suitable options at all?? I like the look of the Mac#1 cradle bushes having had a look at Steve's (worX) at the weekend - anyone know what they use??

Cheers
Paul


Wadders - 14/3/07 at 05:57 PM

My ST uses standard suspension polybushes on the engine cradle.
Think there are some pics in my archive.

Al.

[Edited on 14/3/07 by Wadders]


G.Man - 14/3/07 at 07:48 PM

You are better off solidly mounting..

But if you insist, suspension polybushes can be used..


Paul TigerB6 - 14/3/07 at 08:13 PM

Thanks chaps. Any suggestions for decently sized bushes to use?? I have been looking at some BL mini front lower arm bushes but am still waiting for a reply (ebay) on dimensions and if they are tapered as they look in certain pictures.


Coose - 14/3/07 at 08:14 PM

I used poly bushes from MNR.... It's been absolutely fine for the last 2 years!


PeterW - 14/3/07 at 08:29 PM

Try Deflex here

Cheaper than Superflex or the others

Cheers

Pete


Paul TigerB6 - 14/3/07 at 10:10 PM

thanks guys. I will try MNR (I want to chat to them about an exhaust too) or Mac#1 about suitable bushes tomorrow as ebay seller still hasnt answered any questions.

Ta
Paul


procomp - 15/3/07 at 08:06 AM

Hi the suspension bushes that most use.

Where originaly intended for such applications as mounting engines and gearboxes in hotrod/dragsters.

They were never used as suspension bushes untill locost manufacturers came along and saw a cheap alternative to doing the job properly.

See HERE For a link to original suppliers.

cheers matt