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Old 09-20-2010, 09:33 AM   #1
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350Z Rear Subframe Bushing Install
Finally getting around to replacing the rear subframe bushings...
The new bushing kit:

Couple shots of the subframe dropped:
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Another couple shots of the subframe:


Sawzall to cut out the rubber liners:

Crap OEM bushing removed:
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Old 09-20-2010, 09:35 AM   #3
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Rear subframe bushings in:




Notice the pole jack supporting the front of the car, very important:
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Subframe back in car:
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Old 09-20-2010, 09:37 AM   #5
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Car is much more solid now...I was amazed at the amount of play in the OEM bushings. Definately a big improvement.
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this eliminate the damn wheel hop?
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this eliminate the damn wheel hop?
No. Wheel hope comes from the Diff Bushing and the suspension geometry.
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Solids? How much NVA do they put into the chassis?

I know my PBM's in the 240 set the noise and vibration through the roof.
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i need to do this to both my z's

are those polyurethane or solid metal bushings?


those are nice looking rear toe arms(spring bucket deletes).

who manufacturers them?
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Replace bushings vs replace rear subframe??
I have a 2006 350Z and recently noticed the black liquid dripping on my exhaust. Is it better to just change the bushings or completley replace the rear subframe?
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