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Old 07-26-17, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by isfvss
I just think Lexus didn't lube them enough or used the wrong grease. It only takes 2 slow hours to take them out and re lube with a 6 pack, Sunday job.
This has nothing to do with Lexus. The USRS bushings are a third party replacement for the stock LCA bushings, and require some maintenance. BTW - I have them and luv them.

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Old 07-26-17, 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted by isfvss
Lowbux I have had many cars with super pro and Nolothane bushes and never had to maintain them NO squeaks, I just think Lexus didn't lube them enough or used the wrong grease. It only takes 2 slow hours to take them out and re lube with a 6 pack, Sunday job.
I have Super Pro bushings in the front LCAs (front and rear points) and they've needed a little attention to stay quiet. Not sure why, as I used the moose mucous they supplied with the bushings to lubricate before assembly, but they developed a small noise that I was able to sort out with a little more snot.
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Mine started squeaking after a 6 months also on one side. Now I'm at the shop getting them pressed out and regreased for about $150. Smh. Anyone else have similar stories? I live in San Francisco where it rains from time to time, which is when it gets real bad. Anyone who doesnt squeak live in a dry state?
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No issues with mine


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I just saw this thread, but I am always amazed when someone posts on a forum before asking us.

99% of squeaking reports with the USRS that we have received have been solved by making sure the large spindle nut is tight. Otherwise the USRS doesn’t require relubing for YEARS.

The spindle nut can loosen a bit with time. I recommend tightening to at least 100ft-lbs and using medium strength loctite so that it never loosens.


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Originally Posted by RRRacing
I just saw this thread, but I am always amazed when someone posts on a forum before asking us.

99% of squeaking reports with the USRS that we have received have been solved by making sure the large spindle nut is tight. Otherwise the USRS doesn’t require reliving for YEARS.

The spindle nut can loosen a bit with time. I recommend tightening to at least 100ft-lbs and using medium strength loctite so that it never loosens.


Rafi

i let lexus put mines on and the tech said he did 110 on the bolts, but no loctite.... 2 years and 44K miles later, i've never heard them squeak

its the damn bushing in the figs race arms that won't shut up these days
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