Poly Bushings for NSX? Who has them

[NSX1145]

I have been searching around for a good set of polyurethane bushings but nothing turned up from my usual go-to's like Energy or Whiteline...

Looking for the basics - ball joint dust boots, tie rod boots, sway bar bushings, end links and in the future, motor mount inserts...

Is there a reason why a big company like Energy Suspesion doesn't already have this on a shelf, I mean, this car has been around for 14 model years. :tongue:

 

[Hugh]

I have been searching around for a good set of polyurethane bushings but nothing turned up from my usual go-to's like Energy or Whiteline...

Science of Speed has everything you need.

I have non-compliance bushings everywhere on my car. Let's just say the handling is "crisp".

 

[NSX1145]

Is this the only option?

 

[Hugh]

Is this the only option?

Like I searched high and low for stupid bushings? Does someone else make them for the NSX? Perhaps but who gives a shit? Am I going to find reviews pitting brand x vs. brand y in Consumer Reports? Nope.

Would I even notice the difference between polyurethane bushings sold by under different brands but likely from the same factory anyway? Nope.

Have I spent more time on this post than I did comparison shopping for bushings? Yup!

Look at the mileage on my car. The bushings have been installed since before the 100k mile mark. What else do you need to know?

 

[stevenlee]

Is this the only option?

I upgraded my suspension with parts from SOS about 8 years ago including the non-compliance polyurethane bushings. My handling is also "crisp".
I'm very happy with the results.

 

[scammy]

STMPO engine mounts, dont think twice they rock!

 

[R13]

Yeah, did the same searching.

It's pretty much what's been said, or make really good friends with a race shop and have them fab something custom based off of the old bushings. Be warned, that they may hate you a little after working on the engine mounts in particular. The factory pieces are not as straight-forward as they appear.

With out a deep "friends & family" discount, the custom work will probably set you back more than just buying something ready-made from one of the vendors mentioned above.

 

[reviveNSX]

I do not know how accurate the information posted above. I emailed SOS back and forth multiple times. They do not carry any polyurethane bushings for NSX.

 

[neoprufrok]

So there are no vendors with polyurethane bushings now?

 

[liftnot]

So there are no vendors with polyurethane bushings now?

Here is what you need.
http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showt...le-installation-in-CA!?highlight=track+addict

 

[R13]

Updating this a bit: My Delrin front bushings wore out after ~2.5 years of track/autocross use. They developed some play and squeaked excessively. I reverted to OE Rubber and have had no further issues, and honestly couldn't tell a huge difference in the "feel" of the front end. A softer poly might last longer as it would have some flex to it. Just adding a data-point.

 

[TURBO2GO]

Ti Dave is the best resource for any suspension parts IMO. His bushings are superior to Delrin (he does not use that), and most are bearings instead. He can also custom make parts.

 

[Zoom]

I used Energy Suspension poly bushings on my Prelude for years and apart from the squeaking, they were perfect. They replaced everything on suspension arms, shock struts, roll bars, and toe links. Handling was razor sharp, and that changed the car behavior altogether from an old geezer mover to a proper sports car. I am looking at getting the same level of precision on my NSX.. So reading this i should contact Ti Dave ? given i am in EU i'll have to order the parts and have them installed here i guess. Or is the SoS kit a good alternative (maybe faster shipping since it's in stock ?)

 

[Honcho]

Dave can fab bushings for the parts SOS doesn't cover, like the upper and lower arm mounts. A complete swap out of the old rubber is also on my list and I will probably go to both of them. Still cheaper than buying new arms from Honda.