zoheb
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Hi,
I have a 130 sport 53 reg.
I've been looking into the bushes issue with the mk4 for some time and have a few specific questions. I am going to get the wishbone bushes replaced with the cupra ones and thought i'd get the others done at the same time.
1. I want to get the ARB bushes sorted as well. I have found out that I have an 18mm ARB but Seat supply 16mm bushes for a tighter fit. So the question is, which of the following 3 do I get:
a) 16mm bushes (powerflex) - ebay item number 110423597000
b) 18mm bushes (powerflex) - can't find any on ebay right now although there were some a few weeks ago.
c) Replace the whole ARB with a VRS one. If so, what size do I get and do I need to know specific sizes for the ARB or bushes? or when I replace this, I can choose any size? (Sorry, don't have much mechanical knowledge)
Also, what are the differences between the powerflex and VRS ones in terms of ride quality?
2. When I come off the kerb, the rear of the car makes a sqweaking sound and I think it may also be the bushes. Do I get these replaced the the standard ones or are there any better ones I should look for?
3. Any other bushes recommended to fix all the noises and the crashy ride?
I appreciate all the help and thank for all the useful posts that have already been posted. It has helped me pinpoint many problems with my car and also given me ideas on how to spend all my money on performace upgrades lol
I have a 130 sport 53 reg.
I've been looking into the bushes issue with the mk4 for some time and have a few specific questions. I am going to get the wishbone bushes replaced with the cupra ones and thought i'd get the others done at the same time.
1. I want to get the ARB bushes sorted as well. I have found out that I have an 18mm ARB but Seat supply 16mm bushes for a tighter fit. So the question is, which of the following 3 do I get:
a) 16mm bushes (powerflex) - ebay item number 110423597000
b) 18mm bushes (powerflex) - can't find any on ebay right now although there were some a few weeks ago.
c) Replace the whole ARB with a VRS one. If so, what size do I get and do I need to know specific sizes for the ARB or bushes? or when I replace this, I can choose any size? (Sorry, don't have much mechanical knowledge)
Also, what are the differences between the powerflex and VRS ones in terms of ride quality?
2. When I come off the kerb, the rear of the car makes a sqweaking sound and I think it may also be the bushes. Do I get these replaced the the standard ones or are there any better ones I should look for?
3. Any other bushes recommended to fix all the noises and the crashy ride?
I appreciate all the help and thank for all the useful posts that have already been posted. It has helped me pinpoint many problems with my car and also given me ideas on how to spend all my money on performace upgrades lol