Polygraphite Swaybar bushings

[xelderx]

I've been reading a lot of information about Polygraphite bushings for cars. Most of the info comes from domestic car sites. There is a lot of conflicting opinions about whether Poly bushings are worth it or not. I would like to get some opinions from people in here about whether Poly bushings might help our swaybar noise issues. I'm thinking of making special bushings and mounts w/ grease fittings similar to the ones posted in an earlier thread about solving the clunk issue, but using custom (machined by me) Polygraphite bushings. I need opinions and if anybody knows where I can order some Polygraphite stock from. It seems to be hard to find. Thanks.

 

[akhilleus]

i would be interested to see more info on this and i would even test it...especially if there is a built in valve for grease...

 

[twilightprotege]

sounds like a good idea justin...

 

[mazdadan]

i would be interested to see more info on this and i would even test it...especially if there is a built in valve for grease...

You wouldn't need grease, because the graphite provides lubrication. I've heard promising things about this type of application, but apparently they still moan a bit in cold climates. I remember reading about people using them in the Saturn/GM/Ford crowd. Never thought about trying them on a Mazda. You may have an excellent idea! Keep us posted.

 

[akhilleus]

polyurethane is self lubricating...and it still needs grease..

 

[xelderx]

polyurethane is self lubricating...and it still needs grease..

Yea...I've heard that even the Polygraphite eventually fails to lubricate it's self. I have some stuff at my house that I might do some experimenting with. I also plan on being able to make different size bushings to go with the different aftermarket swaybars.