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Aluminum cradle bushings? by SpeedWorksAutoTuning
Started on: 02-16-2008 12:00 AM
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Originally posted by ltlfrari:

The Morse ones are a good fit into the rear but can still fall out. I guess you could install them then RTV them in place for next time because you know there will be a next time



I have a set of the Morse ones that I have not installed yet, are you saying that after they are installed, they might fall out? or while you are trying to put them in?

are they loose after you install them?
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Report this Post03-19-2008 08:51 AM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
I had a set of his bushings, and they were a excellent fit. The rear bushings are not intended to be pressed in like the fronts are, so they can come out when you remove the cradle. They will not move whatsoever when installed with the cradle.

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Report this Post03-19-2008 10:56 AM Click Here to See the Profile for ltlfrariClick Here to visit ltlfrari's HomePageSend a Private Message to ltlfrariDirect Link to This Post
I was talking about whilst you were bolting the cradle up to the frame. Until you get the bolts in, the bottom part can fall out and the RTV just helps hold them in place until you get the bolts in. Otherwise they are excellent. Sorry for any confusion.

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Report this Post03-19-2008 10:10 PM Click Here to See the Profile for topher_timeSend a Private Message to topher_timeDirect Link to This Post
Forgot to post that I got my set awhile back. They will work just fine in the new Fiero. BTW, it is spelled aluminium, not aluminum
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Report this Post03-20-2008 07:46 AM Click Here to See the Profile for DracorSend a Private Message to DracorDirect Link to This Post
I also got mine a few days ago, I am in the process of installing them now.
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Report this Post03-20-2008 06:29 PM Click Here to See the Profile for 87_specialSend a Private Message to 87_specialDirect Link to This Post
I recieved my set today. They are very high quality. I can't wait to install them and feel the difference.

Thanks for offering a great product at a great price!

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Report this Post03-20-2008 07:45 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
Now you guys need to tighten up them rear control arm bushings.

https://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum4/HTML/041461.html

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Report this Post04-08-2008 12:44 AM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
More sets will be available soon! Due to competition they will be redesigned to eliminate any similarities.

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1984-87 Aluminum Cradle bushings $85.oo
1984-81 UMHW Rear control arm bushings $85.oo

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Originally posted by SpeedWorksAutoTuning:

More sets will be available soon! Due to competition they will be redesigned to eliminate any similarities.



Just to clarify, are you referring to the cradle bushings?

Whenever you do have some cradle bushings available, I'd like a set sent up the road from you to my US shipping address in Blaine 98230. Just let me know. Thanks.

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Report this Post04-08-2008 02:34 AM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
I am talking about the cradle bushings. I will have them soon, and I will post my progress here.

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1984-87 Aluminum Cradle bushings $85.oo
1984-81 UMHW Rear control arm bushings $85.oo

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Is the "redesign" of the cradle bushings more of a cosmetic issue, or is it necessary for you to completely re-engineer them?

Are you at liberty to disclose who or what is behind the necessity for the redesign of your bushings?
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Report this Post04-08-2008 03:11 AM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
There just seems to be an amzing similarity between the sets I have made before, and a very popular forum member's who will also be selling some in the future. My redesign will be mostly cosmetic with a few tolerances tightened up.

I didnt know it was an issue if the rear bushings didnt fit snug in the rear frame. I made them a loose fit to the frame so the cradle can be installed a bit easier. After seeing it as an issue from a forum member's writeup, I will change them so they will fit snug.

I wont disclose any names because I am not into bashing, but if you do a search you will surely find.....

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1984-87 Aluminum Cradle bushings $85.oo
1984-81 UMHW Rear control arm bushings $85.oo

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Originally posted by SpeedWorksAutoTuning:

I wont disclose any names because I am not into bashing, but if you do a search you will surely find.....



Yeah, it wasn't too difficult.

However, I don't understand how you can be pressured to change your design by someone who hasn't even officially released their own version of these bushings yet...

Oh well, if it eventually leads to a slightly improved version offered by you, all the better. Competition can be good.

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Report this Post04-08-2008 05:08 AM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
I dont really feel pressured, I just like my stuff to be distinctively different. When installed his and mine appear the same. Plus I do my own machining, so it is nothing for me to make changes to the design.

You will have to stay tuned.

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1984-87 Aluminum Cradle bushings $85.oo
1984-81 UMHW Rear control arm bushings $85.oo

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Okey dokey.
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I have some D.M. Aluminum Cradle Bushings, never used and still in the box they were shipped in,....never even opened! Offers?
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What's the downside of aluminum cradle bushings?

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Report this Post04-23-2008 05:31 PM Click Here to See the Profile for SpeedWorksAutoTuningSend a Private Message to SpeedWorksAutoTuningDirect Link to This Post
there aren't any down sides. the later models had their cradle solid mounted.

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1984-87 Aluminum Cradle bushings $85.oo
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sorta off topic but whats the best way to get the old rubber ones out?
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Originally posted by DarkRanger4200:

sorta off topic but whats the best way to get the old rubber ones out?



Get a second opinion, but I believe it's...

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hehe thats what I was thinking
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Originally posted by topher_time:

Forgot to post that I got my set awhile back. They will work just fine in the new Fiero. BTW, it is spelled aluminium, not aluminum


No, it's aluminum.

I may be looking at ordering a set soon, I'll have to see what my tax return looks like.
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i was sure i'd contacted you previous about getting a set of cradle mounts but can't find it. have you any for sale?
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I never received a reply to my PM over a month ago.
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WOrk has been really busy, and I havent had any free time. It is starting to slow down, and I may be able to get a few sets made in the near future.

I do believe I have a set of UHMW for the rear on hand I will check on the rest.

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wassup?

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I'm up for a set if you decide to make more.
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Are these still available?

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Originally posted by SAFASTRO:

Are these still available?



yeah...what he said
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Buy a set from him if you dare........

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is there another reliable cheap source
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