Actually, the main reason for going with the urethane instead of the rubber
is the longevity. I'm only tearing down the suspension once! The added
performance I get with the urethane is a bonus. I'm not planning on pulling
one g corners in the brick, but I think (I'm guessing, as I've never used
urethane before) the urethane will give me a better feel for the road in the
hard corners. If anyone knows of a better solution (and a location to get
the parts) I'm open to suggestions.
Thanks,
Seth
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On 8/31/2002 at 9:47 PM Mitwelt wrote:
>Seth,
> A word of caution about urethane bushings, not that graphite
>impregnated
>are really much better. This is a very rudimentary suspension and chassis
>and I actually believe rubber will be a little more forgiving if any degree
>of comfort or give is desired. Although solid, the frame is not new metal,
>and putting through excess fatigue may not be wise. You can gain so much
>more better tires. If you are that serious, then certain Yokohamas,
>hard-to-find Fuldas, and even some Mich will get you there much better.
> Speaking of comfort, squeak, squeak, squeak, if you stick to using
>urethane then invest in a tube of NEOSYNTHETIC watercraft grease. This
>stuff is the most impervious, tenacious, and expensive stuff around, but
>there is no comparison with other synthetics. You can put a torch on it, a
>hose on it, or whatever, it won't budge. I've never seen anything else
>like
>it and I've been on the synthetic bandwagon since the beginning. If you
>get
>it on your hands, be prepared for lots of cleaning.
>
>stephan #2821
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