Superpro Beam Axle Pivot Bushing fits A32
12-27-2006, 02:49 PM
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Superpro Beam Axle Pivot Bushing fits A32
Product# SPF1942K
Location Description: Beam Axle Pivot Bushing
Fits:
NISSAN Pulsar / Sentra / Sunny / Almera N15 LX Sedan & Hatchback 10/1995 - 6/2000
NISSAN Pulsar / Sentra / Sunny / Almera N16 Sedan & Hatchback 7/2000 - 2003
NISSAN Primera P11 P11 Sedan
NISSAN Infiniti G20
And now the A32 Maxima!
Being the suspension junky I am I had to find a rear bushing. I know that the ES A33 bushings are to big. I also know how the P11, B14, and B15 have a similar rear beam to the A32. So, I got a spare A32 beam from a friend, just for testing these. As luck would have it they fit perfect. Its a popular item on G20.net, B15sentra.net, and SR20forums.com, I got them from octotat (on any of those forums) for about $66 shipped. They should go well with my full ES setup up front.
So for the over view of the install:
What gets replaced is in red:
What the kit looks like:
Stock rubber bushings that get removed:
Location Description: Beam Axle Pivot Bushing
Fits:
NISSAN Pulsar / Sentra / Sunny / Almera N15 LX Sedan & Hatchback 10/1995 - 6/2000
NISSAN Pulsar / Sentra / Sunny / Almera N16 Sedan & Hatchback 7/2000 - 2003
NISSAN Primera P11 P11 Sedan
NISSAN Infiniti G20
And now the A32 Maxima!
Being the suspension junky I am I had to find a rear bushing. I know that the ES A33 bushings are to big. I also know how the P11, B14, and B15 have a similar rear beam to the A32. So, I got a spare A32 beam from a friend, just for testing these. As luck would have it they fit perfect. Its a popular item on G20.net, B15sentra.net, and SR20forums.com, I got them from octotat (on any of those forums) for about $66 shipped. They should go well with my full ES setup up front.
So for the over view of the install:
What gets replaced is in red:
What the kit looks like:
Stock rubber bushings that get removed:
12-27-2006, 02:49 PM
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Original bushing removed (torch+knife):
Superpro installed!!!!
G20.net, B15sentra.net, and SR20forums.com also have more info with installs and reviews. I have not installed them on my car yet, probably wont until spring.
Superpro installed!!!!
G20.net, B15sentra.net, and SR20forums.com also have more info with installs and reviews. I have not installed them on my car yet, probably wont until spring.
12-27-2006, 03:13 PM
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While very high on the cool factor, I wonder if that design is robust enough for an A32. All polyurethane is not created equal and the bushing is usually specific by design to a vehicle. The bushing looks robust enough but until someone installs and runs them in an A32 for 6month to a year, I'll wait. Good information and thanks for sharing JSutter. -Slopster
12-27-2006, 06:09 PM
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:attention Come on guys!
Anything that tightens up your suspension is good!
Super Pro is a polyurethane elastomer base material, and is a class of "Thermosetting" synthetic polymer that involves the reaction of various types of isocyanate resin with curing agents, to give an extremely durable material with the best features of rubber and plastic.
Super Pro is unique, it is the only polyurethane product range fully backed by a professional research and development program based on many years of hands on experience in the suspension industry.
Super Pro designs incorporate the latest technology in polyurethane as developed by the Super Pro Research and Development Team.
Design features such as bullet grooves, knurled and spiral bores and grease grooves ensure that the product performs to the highest standard without transmitting any excess noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
Super Pro components are produced to the highest achievable tolerances for polyurethane. This is essential for the correct fit of each component resulting in the life of the product being maximised and to ensure that the vehicle componentry is not over stressed and damaged. All the steelwork used in the product range is precision machined for precision fitment.
Maybe JSutter should dyno these parts to satisfy all you "tuners" out there who come up with your nonsense! Stick with your neon lights.
Anything that tightens up your suspension is good!
Super Pro is a polyurethane elastomer base material, and is a class of "Thermosetting" synthetic polymer that involves the reaction of various types of isocyanate resin with curing agents, to give an extremely durable material with the best features of rubber and plastic.
Super Pro is unique, it is the only polyurethane product range fully backed by a professional research and development program based on many years of hands on experience in the suspension industry.
Super Pro designs incorporate the latest technology in polyurethane as developed by the Super Pro Research and Development Team.
Design features such as bullet grooves, knurled and spiral bores and grease grooves ensure that the product performs to the highest standard without transmitting any excess noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
Super Pro components are produced to the highest achievable tolerances for polyurethane. This is essential for the correct fit of each component resulting in the life of the product being maximised and to ensure that the vehicle componentry is not over stressed and damaged. All the steelwork used in the product range is precision machined for precision fitment.
Maybe JSutter should dyno these parts to satisfy all you "tuners" out there who come up with your nonsense! Stick with your neon lights.
12-27-2006, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Sloppy Snood
While very high on the cool factor, I wonder if that design is robust enough for an A32. All polyurethane is not created equal and the bushing is usually specific by design to a vehicle. The bushing looks robust enough but until someone installs and runs them in an A32 for 6month to a year, I'll wait. Good information and thanks for sharing JSutter. -Slopster
12-27-2006, 11:03 PM
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The rear end does feel much more solid, and actually quieter than before. The *squirlyness* of the back end flexing around has all been eliminated. Sharp cornering is much more responsive. Taking bumps is where these bushing shine, making RR crossings a breeze to fly accross. I cant wait to replace the fronts with the SuperPro kit as well.
12-28-2006, 08:08 AM
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JSutter - It looks like the inner metal sleeve is re-used with the SuperPro SPF1942Ks. Can you confirm?
I read all of the links you have posted. I concur that the A32's extra 100 lbs most likely won't make any big difference. Good job. -Slopster
I read all of the links you have posted. I concur that the A32's extra 100 lbs most likely won't make any big difference. Good job. -Slopster
12-28-2006, 08:27 AM
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Its not the inner sleeve that is reused, its the outer one. Its the big, thin, rusty one in the pix that stays, although I dont see how some one would get it out anyway. Its looks to be pressed into the trailing arm, the directions still say leave it be.
12-28-2006, 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by JSutter
Its not the inner sleeve that is reused, its the outer one. Its the big, thin, rusty one in the pix that stays, although I dont see how some one would get it out anyway. Its looks to be pressed into the trailing arm, the directions still say leave it be.
BTW - I sent an e-mail to SuperPro's US Distributer asking for SPF1942K pricing. We'll see what this guy says. Maybe cheaper than $66 pricing (per set) can be obtained.
Here's the information:
Glenn Dirkse
Global Performance Parts
4554 - 128th Street
Michigan 49423
Ph: 616 399 9025
Fax: 616 399 9174
Web: Global Performance Parts
E.Mail: glennd@globalperformanceparts.com
SuperPro's Website Down Under: SuperPro Bushings
12-28-2006, 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by 1FSTMAX
group deal on these bushings?
tard..
12-28-2006, 11:10 AM
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One of you will have to contact either octotat or as Sloppy is doing, the distributer. Octotat had GD on the other forums, at one time pricing was so low that he was told never to sell them that cheap.
ALSO There is possibility that ES makes the same bushing. It was listed on sites for the longest time but was "never produced" according to ES. Some one out of the states bought one so it does exist. It looks like the 5th gen bushing, so to make sure it will fit they are measuring it for me. http://www.b15sentra.net/forums/show...=126181&page=4
ALSO There is possibility that ES makes the same bushing. It was listed on sites for the longest time but was "never produced" according to ES. Some one out of the states bought one so it does exist. It looks like the 5th gen bushing, so to make sure it will fit they are measuring it for me. http://www.b15sentra.net/forums/show...=126181&page=4
12-28-2006, 12:42 PM
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12-28-2006, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by JSutter
ALSO There is possibility that ES makes the same bushing. It was listed on sites for the longest time but was "never produced" according to ES. Some one out of the states bought one so it does exist. It looks like the 5th gen bushing, so to make sure it will fit they are measuring it for me. http://www.b15sentra.net/forums/show...=126181&page=4
"10-04-2005 Energy Suspension says, "We are in the process of building and releasing the 7.3120 set. Approxomate release date 6 - 8 weeks".
Sorry for the confusion.Steve Blakely, Head Engineer for Energy Suspension.
And follow up "reports" from Suspension Restoration Parts Company:
3-17-2006 E.S. has still not made the 7.3120
8-2-2006 Still waiting
11/06 this part number is back in the latest catalog. We have re-ordered again. We will see if they actually have it in production."
Check it out for yourself at Suspension Restoration Parts Company
Long story a little shorter....don't hold your breath (ever) for Energy Suspension. They can never hit a date and are just plain full of B.S. guesses when it comes to release dates.
BTW....no word back from Global Performance Parts yet. I'll post as soon as I know something. -Sloppy
12-30-2006, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by i30krab
Anything that tightens up your suspension is good!
Thanks JSutter for confirming the fit for everybody!
12-30-2006, 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by BEJAY1
Careful with that statement. Poly and metal bushings can create binds whereas rubber bushings allow for better 2 & 3 way movement in some applications. There's numerous examples (not just A32) where replacing worn bushings with new rubber OEM ones is preferred.
Thanks JSutter for confirming the fit for everybody!
Thanks JSutter for confirming the fit for everybody!
Out of couriosity have you seen this occur with cars modified for speed and handling?
12-30-2006, 12:22 PM
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Examples: Installing all the rear ES bushings on a B13 is not a good idea, too much bind, so you must select certain ones that help.
The A32 has bushings in the Scott-Russell linkage that shouldnt be replaced with stiffer ones. They are designed with play for movement as the suspension travels. http://www.se-r.net/about/g20/scc/oct98/tb.html note the 7th paragraph
Stiffer chassis on the other hand, you can never do wrong there.
The A32 has bushings in the Scott-Russell linkage that shouldnt be replaced with stiffer ones. They are designed with play for movement as the suspension travels. http://www.se-r.net/about/g20/scc/oct98/tb.html note the 7th paragraph
Stiffer chassis on the other hand, you can never do wrong there.
