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Old Mar 27, 2007 | 12:28 AM
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Best type of front-end bushings?

I'm going to be changing out all the front-end bushings soon, they're worn out. Since I don't want to have to do this again, what's the best type of stuff I could use on the front end? Where is the cheapest place to get them? I already got the Luke's Link for the trackbar. Anyone have experience with their tie-rod ends?

I went to Autozone today and I think it ran about $450 for parts minus the trackbar. They have a limited lifetime warranty on almost everything but if I can get higher quality parts that don't NEED a warranty then I might just take it. Any input is appreciated. Thanks!
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Old Mar 27, 2007 | 11:23 AM
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Mine is a 4x2, but I used urethane bushings from Energy Suspension on my control arms for my 96. Urethane bushings last longer than factory rubber bushings, but they have three disadvantages: 1. they cost more than rubber bushings, 2. they are stiffer than rubber so you feel more road vibration, 3. they can squeak horribly if they are not greased. Any 4x4 shop should have them, they come in a kit. If I were going to use rubber bushings, I would probably use Moog, their stuff is good quality.
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