Rubicon Express bushings - Page 5

**glockster** · 07-20-2009, 10:41 PM

Well....I think our definitions of a stiff ride differ slightly. I didn't say worse, let me just clear that up.

I'm 48 with a surgically repaired back. The angles of the short arms in combination with the JJ's flat out hurt me sometimes.

For the record I had them installed at a very reputable shop, then sold the jeep within 10 months for other reasons. Mainly because I wanted the added wheelbase of the LJ. So far, the RE was the correct choice for me. If the bushings cause problems down the road I will replace them with the RE flex joints which are a 5 minute deal on the adjustable lowers I have.

Pillswoj · 07-21-2009, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by imped4now

Bushings suck on control arms, period. RE's bushings just happen to suck more than others. I'm surprised many of you are so surprised. It's not difficult to flex an arm outside of the small parameters of a rubber bushing. Do that a couple times and failure is imminent. Personally, I'm not a fan of RE's joints as well, but that's just my opinion. JJ's are the way to go. Excellent joint on and off the road.

I'm not

Pretty much every time there is a thread on asking for buying advice RE vs ?? the responses are RE is the lift to buy. If someone brings up the negatives you can guarantee the RE lovers will jump in and say it was a one-off or improper install.

**jawalterusmc** · 07-21-2009, 06:05 AM

I have the RE 4.5 superflex kit. It has been installed now for over one year and I have been off road (hard riding) only six times. I have had to replace both of the rear sway bar end links RE1155 because the bushings had disintegrated. I kept the old links in the hopes of finding some after market bushing to reinsert so that I could have another backup set in case of emergencies.

**RubiconRazorbac** · 07-21-2009, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by glockster

Well....I think our definitions of a stiff ride differ slightly. I didn't say worse, let me just clear that up.

I'm 48 with a surgically repaired back. The angles of the short arms in combination with the JJ's flat out hurt me sometimes.

For the record I had them installed at a very reputable shop, then sold the jeep within 10 months for other reasons. Mainly because I wanted the added wheelbase of the LJ. So far, the RE was the correct choice for me. If the bushings cause problems down the road I will replace them with the RE flex joints which are a 5 minute deal on the adjustable lowers I have.

I would expect the LJ to "ride" a little better anyway. Has anyone had experience comparing RE-vs-Currie arms on the same platform?

cgmrdc · 07-21-2009, 06:38 AM

i destroyed the bushings i bought after a week of hard wheeling in Moab and CO... when i got home I called redrock... my new bushings are on their way free of charge! btw... ive ony had my current bushings since may... we shall see how long the new ones last. has anyone iunstalled them? how are they holding up?

**glockster** · 07-21-2009, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by RubiconRazorbac

I would expect the LJ to "ride" a little better anyway. Has anyone had experience comparing RE-vs-Currie arms on the same platform?

Perhaps.....but they're still the same arms installed at the same lengths and at the same angles. I've owned both and made my choice based on my experience.

miguelitojeep97 · 08-03-2009, 03:03 PM

I just talked to Mike at Rubicon Express. Outstanding customer service! They are getting the newer bushings in stock.

jcv400ex · 09-11-2009, 11:25 AM

Hmm, I'll have to go home and check mine now after reading this!

Tom Hartz · 09-11-2009, 06:05 PM

I received a new set (Free) from Rubicon Express, they are different. Put them in and all is good.

Tom

jcv400ex · 09-11-2009, 10:56 PM

Passenger side bushings are cracked....I'll be calling Rubicon Express on Monday.....

**glockster** · 09-18-2009, 02:10 PM

I'm leaving for Utah on Tueday morning. I'll report back any issues I have with new bushings. I've had no problems yet. This will be a good test.

TNeustadt · 09-24-2009, 08:07 AM

Same problem here, lift installed 4 months ago. Aprox 3000 miles, did some pretty tough wheelin', 3 or 4 times. Waiting on replacements currently. Don't even want to drive it since it got so bad. Upper and lowers. Do I need a press to do the replacement?

Greg_Volkman · 09-24-2009, 08:14 AM

You guys all have short arms with steep angles?

jcv400ex · 09-24-2009, 08:28 AM

I have short arms

TNeustadt · 09-24-2009, 08:43 AM

3.5" super flex kit + upper adjustables