Unidentified Bushings

Discussion in 'Buick FAQ' started by 70lesabre455, Mar 24, 2008.

  1. 70lesabre455

    70lesabre455 Don't U wish U had 1?

    Hey guys, I have attached a couple pics of these two bushings that I'm having a hard time finding the name of. The bar these bushings are on connects to the lower control arm under the end link. I have also attached a pic of these.[​IMG]

    After looking at the pics, you'll see that they obviously need replacement. I have a Haynes book for my model, but it doesn't even show or state anywhere in it about these bushings. Actually, the book doesn't even acknowledge that there are bars there in the first place....I'd have went with a Chilton, but I couldn't find one of those for my car either.

    So, maybe someone else who also owns a '70 LeSabre :)grin: nudge nudge Go Buick Go & SharpSabre455) might have some insight as to what the names of the bar or bushings are. Try to ignore all the layers of caked on dirt and grease. It will all be getting removed shortly as I am rebuilding the engine and replacing anything and everything I can think of that truly needs it.

    Thanks guys,
    Charles Ritter
     

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  2. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    I can give you the part numbers etc if that would assist you.

    For instance the rod is Group 6.171, #1235669

    The technical name is brake reaction rod.

    Nut = 9/16 -12

    Group = 6.171
    outboard washer = 1230071
    outboard bushing = 1378681
    inboard bushing = 1378682
    inboard washer = 1230072
     
  3. Dale

    Dale Sweepspear

    Brake reaction rod bushing. That's what GM called those rods anyways.

    Cars has them, as do others.
    Bushing

    :)
     
  4. 70lesabre455

    70lesabre455 Don't U wish U had 1?

    I'm writing that down right now! Have a P/N or name for the bushings? Or are they just called "brake reaction bar bushings"? :)

    Thanks Jim,
    Charles Ritter
     
  5. 70lesabre455

    70lesabre455 Don't U wish U had 1?

    Thanks Dale!! Tell me tho, what is this "Cars" I keep seeing averyone mention?

    ----Charles Ritter
     
  6. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    Part numbers were added above.
     
  7. 70lesabre455

    70lesabre455 Don't U wish U had 1?

    :Dou: I'm blind. Thanks again Jim!!

    ----Charles Ritter
     
  8. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    Some aftermarket catalogs call them strut rod bushings
     
  9. Dale

    Dale Sweepspear

    Cars, Inc.

    http://www.oldbuickparts.com/

    I haven't ordered from them yet.
    Seems there are mixed results when it comes to the kind of service you get.

    Though I do have a their order form filled out with parts I would like to get.
     

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