re: Polymer control arm bushings (urq)

[Ken Keith <auditude@impulsedata.net>]

John Karasaki <johkar@teleport.com> wrote:
> 
> OE Audi control arm bushings vs. some type of plastic bushings
> 
> TAP sells polyurethane bushings for $20 each (thanks Nathan Belo for the
> tip).  This would be $160 for the set.

I'm still amazed that this is the current price.  I feel ripped off.
 
> 2Bennett has a delrin set for $200, but I need to confirm application,
> because this may be only for the front!

That's all four, I'm pretty sure.  The "Audi Edition" EC mag ad seems to 
indicate that.
 
> OE Audi bushings are about $10 each, or less than $100 for the set of 8.

Sounds like the best choice, IMO.
 
> TAP seems to be the winner here.  However, if the polyurethane fails in a
> year, then there is no real savings using theirs.

Well, they don't exactly "fail".  They are solid as rocks.  There's
nothing 
really to fail.  I am currently having a problem with creaking noises
that 
sound really terrible, and am going to put stock back in (unless I can
find 
some good silicone based grease to quiet them down).  Actually, the sick 
noises really complement the cat heat shield rattle I got going on right
now.
 
> The issue is still cloudy to me.  Hopefully, this helps others seeking
> data.  I’d appreciate any informed discussion on this issue.  Please e-mail
> me direct.  Thank you.

Go with stock.

Ken
-- 
http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/garage/4153/