Tension Rod Bushing

yellowz

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I just measured a New Old Stock OEM bush at 55mm diameter at its widest point.
Albrecht, can I ask a favour please? May I 'borrow' one of your bushes please? Might have an off the shelf solution, just need to check if the bushes fit snugly, will not be fitted to a car.
 

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yellowz

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So got hold of a bush and this is what it looks like sat in the cup. It is an old bush but is has a little freeplay, you can turn the bush freely in the cup. The centre would need drilling out a bit and possibly the sides grinding down some. At £4.20 a pop I'll give it a go and let you know how it goes. Might be a while before it happens though, car laid up for winter.

Thanks to Minksport for providing a bush, saved me taking one off the car.
 

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yellowz

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If anyone wants to try this it is the cup that sits at the top of the rear suspension on a 58 plate BMW 318i. Sorry have not got the part number.
 
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