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| Author: | Louise76 [ Tue Dec 21, 2021 10:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
For our '75 Darts wiper linkage bushings, I have tried several factory MOPAR "NOS" bushings, but found that the "O" in NOS stands for "OLD": really, really old. The plastic crumbled easily when trying to install them. Back to Dorman 118-301 bushings. They fit, install fairly easily using a 9/16" socket and Channel-lock pliers or a C-clamp. The problem: they heat up and scream mercilessly. I've tried lubing the sockets before installation using Dow-Corning DC-4 silicone grease, and others using white lithium grease, or Lubriplate white grease. I have avoided using WD-40. My concern is finding a lubricant that works and won't attack the (Dorman) plastic compound, causing the bushings to disintegrate rapidly. I'm going to try LPS-1 or -2 next. Any thoughts or tech help of lubricants here would be appreciated. P |
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Wed Dec 22, 2021 3:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
At least up until 5 yrs ago or so, you could get new Mopar bushings and they were very good. I wonder if a dry teflon-loaded grease like "dri slide" might work? Lou |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Wed Dec 22, 2021 3:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
I did one of my vehicles, about 1 yr ago. Used bushings from my local Mopar dealer. Those bushings come with a white lube, already in them. |
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| Author: | Louise76 [ Wed Dec 22, 2021 11:35 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
Both good info, Thanks. P |
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| Author: | DusterIdiot [ Wed Dec 22, 2021 5:20 pm ] |
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| Author: | Louise76 [ Wed Dec 22, 2021 9:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
Thanks DI. A few decades? I'm getting about 6 years when they work. 6 days is when the latest started to squeal. I'll let folks know how further trials turn out. |
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| Author: | Louise76 [ Fri Feb 04, 2022 8:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Wiper linkage bushings squeal! '75 Dart |
Out of frustration, today I disconnected all 4 plastic bushings and lubed them with just black moly wheel bearing grease. The squeal went away, but I'll watch to see how the grease affects the plastics. |
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