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MGA MGA Front suspension rebuild

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jbowlby

jbowlby

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Im getting ready to order some parts to rebuild the front suspension on my 58 MGA. Moss lists a Major Suspension Kit that contains heavy-duty MGB V-8 bushes. Should I use this one? It seems like a logical long lasting solution on the other hand I don't want create any problems.
Can anyone recommend a reliable re-builder for suspensions?

Hey Tony! How do I place an order?
 
The V8 bushings are well worth installing, particularly in comparison with the original rubber bushings.
The other alternative is the polyurethane bushing kit. I've used both over the years and would not hesitate to recommend the V8 bushing kit. This is not a difficult installation to do yourself, although you need to take precaution when removing the springs. Ideally you need to use spring clamps, although I suspect most of us just use a floor jack. You can take the opportunity of closely inspecting all the components of the suspension like the A arms and spring pans which will need to be refinished and may need to be replaced. By the way I can recommend the poly bushings for the A arms. They will give much better service than the original rubber type.

Jim D
 
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