This performance-grade polyurethane bush kit is designed to service the rear suspension on late Austin Healey BJ8 models. It provides a firmer polyurethane alternative to the standard OE-style bush assemblies used throughout the late BJ8 rear suspension layout.
The performance specification is intended for owners who want reduced compliance and more controlled rear suspension location during spirited road driving.
Yes, if your car is a late BJ8 from chassis BJ8.26705 onward. This kit is matched to the rear suspension layout used on those cars.
Fits:
Does not fit:
Before ordering:
Installation typically involves removing rear suspension components and pressing out existing bush assemblies.
Limitation: the firmer compound may transmit more road and driveline feel than the touring specification. This is normal for reduced-compliance bushes.
The performance compound suits late BJ8 owners who want a polyurethane alternative with reduced compliance for more consistent rear suspension location during enthusiastic road driving.
Late BJ8 uses a different rear suspension layout. This kit is matched to cars from BJ8.26705 onward. Earlier cars up to BJ8.26704 require the BN1 to early BJ8 kit.
Yes. The performance compound has reduced compliance compared with the touring specification.
It includes the polyurethane bushes required to service the rear suspension for the late BJ8 layout. If the car has modified components, bush requirements may differ.
Inspect suspension pins and mounting points for wear. Worn pins or elongated holes can cause movement that new bushes alone will not correct.
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