What lube to use for rear suspension bushings?

jefhen · 11-03-2003, 07:44:00 PM

I decided to go back to original rubber bushings for the rear springs. What lube should I put on the bushings and bolts?

Todd80Z28 · 11-04-2003, 07:57:00 AM

Rubber generally gets installed dry. You could try a silicone grease, if you need something to ease the assembly. Heck, you could use KY Jelly, for that matter.

75Camario · 11-05-2003, 09:19:00 AM

Ha! KY jelly does work pretty good for some things. Ask me how I know.

MacDaddy · 11-07-2003, 01:28:00 AM

There IS a special lube for stock rubber gaskets that you use prior to installation. It's not very viscous though. Very free flowing. I believe it soaks into the rubber after you install the bushings. It worked great for me when I installed my reconditioned leaf springs last summer. I bought some made by a company called McKay, if I recall correctly. Go an any small parts shop and they'll have it, most likely.

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