Chris Hubball Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 Learned Gentlemen I fitted poly bushes to my Tr4 suspension 12 months ago but have had to dismantle it to attend to a problem. I am going to reuse the bushes as they have done little mileage with no wear. What do I re -lubricate them with or do I assemble them dry ?. Cheers Chris. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Bourne Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 Hi Chris I use silicone grease - Apart from auto suppliers, you can also get this from any plumbers merchant - about £2-£3 per tube best Bill Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vivdownunder Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 Only use white poly lube grease on the fulcrum pin. Outer surface of the bush in the control arm stays dry. Viv Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oldtuckunder Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 It depends on if you are using "poly bushes" as a generic name or if you mean the "Polybush" product. If its the former then you should consult the manufacturer. If its "Polybush" then the following quote and link may be of some assistance. "BEWARE of fitting any make of bush which recommends using oil or grease to assemble!" Use only soapy water, or tyre soap to insert Polybush bushes. This will dry and the bush will be a tight fit, ensuring long, trouble-free life. Your components are protected too! http://www.canleyclassics.com/technical-archive/how-to-fit-polybush/ All I know is that I used a silcon lubricant once, as I thought It couldn't do any harm, and had to replace them after 6 months as they started breaking up. The replacement ones fitted with soapy water are still perfect. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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