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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 07:09 AM
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Well my suspension is showing it's age and it's time to tear everything apart and get some new stuff in. I've got some coils to throw on but that won't fix everything. I've looked everything over and the real problem seems to be the bushing are shot. I've searched around on this forum and another looking for a complete list of suspension parts/bushings and couldn't find a whole list. for the most part I'm going to replace whatever bushing I can and what I can't I'll replace with new parts. I'm going to be getting everything from here http://www.armstrongdistributors.com/lexus.html

I have a 93 ls, now is there any other bushings that aren't listed there? and what parts can't have bushing replaced? and if someone could just list all suspension related parts(sorry don't know too much about suspension). if there is a thread that goes over this could someone kindly direct me? and any suspension related pictures pertaining to a 93 would be helpful. maybe this could turn into a sticky to help people redo the suspension?
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 10:09 AM
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From my quick look, that covers it. May as well do the engine and tranny mounts.
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 10:45 AM
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From my quick look, that covers it. May as well do the engine and tranny mounts.
those just got replaced about two weeks ago. Is there anything in the rear end that can't get a new bushing and would need a whole new part? Kinda surprised that only the bushings turned out to be bad and that everything is still new looking minus the dirt and grime.
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 12:36 PM
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The suspension shock/spring upper mount hats. The cars I've had the rubber isolation mount has been good but some conditions are harsher for some cars so. If you are willing to do all this, may as well inspect these. Cost varies ~$75-$120 each.
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The suspension shock/spring upper mount hats. The cars I've had the rubber isolation mount has been good but some conditions are harsher for some cars so. If you are willing to do all this, may as well inspect these. Cost varies ~$75-$120 each.
Are you talking about strut mounts RA40? RockAuto has them for as cheap as $31.75
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Yes, those are it. Good price, I haven't looked in a spell.
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