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[Diamond Black Geezer]

So, what was the final conclusion on these - are they worth it? Or might I as well just go for normal rubber? And if I go for 'normal' rubber - Vx are four times the price of febi ones. Presumably they're ten times the quality, but I don't know. Fitting to a car that's on 175k, so safe to say the old ones are past their best.

Opinions appreciated, ta! 

[05omegav6]

If you're unsure, get a ride in a car with them fitted... But both my cars have them, and I wouldn't fit anything else

[Diamond Black Geezer]

Thanks. I assumed it was much the same as with the front Polys - you're not 'firming up the ride' or making it 'jarring', it's more a control/compliance thing? But at the same time I wouldn't want it to be such a negligible difference that it's not noticeable, and I could save nearly a ton and get 'cheap n cheerfuls'.

Unless a majority of OOFers now reply with a real opposition to them, I think that's me decided.  Ta 

[chrisgixer]

They are slightly firmer in general, but the main advantage for me is the lack of void holes. This removes the rather odd sensation of the standard rubber bushes that allows the rear axle to move over when turning Into a bend. Imo this is difficult to differentiate between a slide and body movement.

So poly give a lot more confidence and stability without undue harshness.

Only thing is to insure the smaller diameter central metal spacer in the bush itself doesn't disappear into the captive nut void in the body on tightening. Or it won't do up correctly.

[Sir Tigger KC]

Where is a good place to buy them? I need to poly my front bushes so I'm starting to think about the rear as well. 

[chrisgixer]

Pedders link in parts section.

Think Oof get 10% off, but check.

[chrisgixer]

Yep, pm Michael via his profile in the sticky in parts

[Sir Tigger KC]

Ta. 

[05omegav6]

Part number is EP1145 Monaro Rear End Pack (Harrop diff). Check price, even with discount as Monkfish Performance sell them for £99 plus postage

[steve6367]

I think they went up, £129.95 on their website :-(

[05omegav6]

I think they went up, £129.95 on their website :-(

will check again later, but the kit with the diff mount was £129... But it is a waste of £30 as it will never, ever fit an Omega. Pedders are considerably more expensive than Monkfish.

[05omegav6]

A bit cheaper than they used to be from Pedders...
http://www.pedders.co.uk/urethane-cradle-mount-bush-2pkt_p4533567.htm

A smidge cheaper from Monkfish...
http://www.monkfishperformance.co.uk/rear-end-pac--monaro-models-with-harrop-diff-cover_p23023672.htm

 

[TheBoy]

A bit cheaper than they used to be from Pedders...
http://www.pedders.co.uk/urethane-cradle-mount-bush-2pkt_p4533567.htm

A smidge cheaper from Monkfish...
http://www.monkfishperformance.co.uk/rear-end-pac--monaro-models-with-harrop-diff-cover_p23023672.htm

 

You are of course aware that Pedders (UK) and Monkfish are one and the same company, operating from the same premises a few miles down the road from here.

[05omegav6]

Yup which does nothing to explain the oft gaping chasm in their pricing strategy

[TheBoy]

Yup which does nothing to explain the oft gaping chasm in their pricing strategy

S'not unusual, esp if one arm of the business has a better recognition/reputation.