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B · Joined: 25 Apr 2006 Posts: 487 Location: Ohio

I found some bushings for the control arm on ebay I wondered if these looked like the correct ones to anyone who has purchased a set. They say they are but I haven't looked much for these but I will need to this winter. So any input would be greatly appreciated. they are on ebay item # 250178677726 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PORSCHE-924-control-arm-bushings-energy-suspension[url]
(I hope that's right)
thanks
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Rasta Monsta · Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Posts: 11733 Location: PacNW

I just bought a set for Red for $22 brand new at my local German speed shop. The brand was Prothane, and the parts were labeled as for "VW Golf/Rabbit I," meaning the first generation Rabbit.

Their website lists 4 locations in Ohio as vendors. I just looked at one of them, who also carry Energy for a price similar to that auction. The key is to get "Rabbit" instead of "Porsche."

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B · Joined: 25 Apr 2006 Posts: 487 Location: Ohio

Rasta
do you know if those are the same for a '79 n/a?

thanks
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Rasta Monsta · Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Posts: 11733 Location: PacNW

Yeah dude, why else would I recommend? The control arms were sourced from the VW/Audi parts bin, and were also used on Wabbit Mark I (75-84).

Be prepared to run them to a machine shop for removal of the old ones. It is a major PITA. Also worthwhile to seam weld them, and have them powder coated while they are off.
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B · Joined: 25 Apr 2006 Posts: 487 Location: Ohio

Sorry Rasta, my brains not working too well today(?)

you need a press for the new ones right?
what will you need to seem weld?

Thanks
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Rasta Monsta · Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Posts: 11733 Location: PacNW

No press for the new ones. They slip in, but I did use a C-clamp to install the metal sleeve in the fronts.

Seam welding just runs a bead along the joint between the two pressed halves of the control arm (upper & lower) for added strength. Not sure if it is critical, but was recommended here, and should be cheap.
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