What you need to know about Suspension Bush Kits
If you’ve recently driven down a normal road and experienced a dead spot in the response of your steering wheel, or have had to constantly correct the wheel to do something as simple drive in a straight line, you may need to check your suspension. Particularly if you’re planning a road trip or two over the holidays. That strange feeling could come down to worn bushings.
The bushings in a car’s suspension are, in essence, rubber mounts that dampen vibrations and keep the car from handling erratically. These rubber mounts degrade over time, and can contribute to a loose-feeling when steering, possibly exhibiting an audible clunk over bumps.
The right rubber suspension components for 4WD and cars are vital for vibration control which in turn means a smoother, safer ride. That’s why they’re in your vehicle in the first place, backed by many hours of engineering expertise from the car manufacturer.
Suspension bush kits are designed to allow flexibility of movement for the entire suspension while maintaining correct mounting and alignment of the engine to the chassis.
They are used to position suspension and steering components such as sway bars, shock absorbers, torsion bars and control arms. They help absorb road shock and enhance comfort while reducing noise vibration and harshness.
Worn bushes can accelerate wear on your tyres, cause unwieldy steering and in some cases even affect braking and handling. Failing to upgrade suspension bushes can lead to an unpleasant driving experience and mechanical damage to your vehicle, which is why it is essential that you maintain the suspension correctly.
Transgold offer an extensive range of rubber suspension components for 4WD and passenger cars. They’ve made it very easy by selling them in kits so it’s one car one kit. So if you’re a home mechanic you just need to know the make, model and year of your vehicle and you can check out our dealer page on the website to find a parts specialist who can help you.
