Question: Rubber pad and insulator for rear spring

[NuclearBob]

I'm putting the rear suspension back together this weekend and I want to replace the insulator pad and rubber that goes between the rear spring and the differential. The existing parts are really worn. Does anyone know where I can get new/repro parts? I called Doc Rebuild and they were helpful, but didn't carry what I needed. I'd rather not go the "Bubba" route if I can avoid it...hnoes

Thanks in advance for your insights....

 

[Peer81]

If I'm correct a vulcanizing method was used to "glue" the rubber to the composite spring. Mine also fell apart and a replacement was nowhere to be found. It was the rubber attached to a new spring but not separate. Finally the shop placed a rubber piece between the diff and spring. I looked like the rubber was trying to get out so after a year I replaced the entire spring. Another thing, my spring wasn't good anymore so replacing was the best option.

Groeten Peter

 

[tcxd40]

Vette Brakes and products may have the part you are looking for.

Call Pattie at 727-345-5292 or e-mail pattie@vbandp.com

 

[NuclearBob]

Good suggestion, but no luck. They only carry the insulators that mate up with their products. I think I'm going to have to try and make something that works...