J20 sway bar bushing source

[threepiece188]

Are these available anywhere? These are the ones that attach to the frame not the axles, although I might need those as well.

[64 wagoneer]

I ordered some for my 65 Bel air from this place.
http://www.energysuspension.com/

[FSJK]

part number 5355315 have 13/16" inside diameter...should fit J20's 77-84 (as well as CJ's 76-79 if that helps)

BJ's should be able to get them, otherwise any other online catalog that sells Jeep parts.

[Kevin armstrong]

I got mine from Suspension restoration parts co. in Modesto Ca (209)5785101. Mine were bigger than the cj bushings. Mine also had a plate between the frame and bushing. They came with grease zerks on the brackets. In the energy suspension catalog, they have a measuring device you wrap around the bar to determine the size. I bet you can download the thing and print it if you dont have a dial caliper

[dan01ster]

I'm also still looking for bushings for my J20.
The p/n 5355315 does not fit J20's. That part is listed for '74> SJ's and J10. Those vehicles had a smaller dia sway bar than the 20's. I've already tried that p/n.
BJ's doesn't have anything in the cat. at the moment, despite saying that the part will fit all FSJ...not true.

I'll try the suggestion of "Suspension Restoration" site. Thanks.
Also it was suggested that perhaps something from a Chevy/GMC 3/4 ton might fit...anybody with any experience there?

[Kevin armstrong]

I have bought two sets of the frame bushings from suspension restoration parts co in Stockton Ca (209)578-5101. I am sure they could source the end link bushings also but I used yj wrangler ones I had already. The sway bar is 1 and 1/8 inches if I recall correctly. They are energy suspension parts with clamps and hardware.

[Kevin armstrong]

hey I already replied to this thread. woops

[Kevin armstrong]

Found my reciept. 1 and 1/16 bar diameter p/n 9.5162g greasable s/b set. $19 bucks on 4-45-11. Hope this helps.

[talntar]

dont know if they are the same but when i got mine for the gw the guy miced the bar and sold me a set for a ford that bolted right in.so find a good counter person willing to help andyou should be able to find something

[dan01ster]

Thanks very much guys. I'll try your Suspension Restoration site, Kevin.

[itselliot]

http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/223842569/Polyurethane_Die_Springs_for_Car_Industry.html

I just posted this link to show what the product is that I am thinking of.

Up until 3 months ago, I would just go to the crib , get some of this stuff and easily make my own bushings. Anyone with a drill press and disk sander could do it.

Google it, as related to die-making, die springs, stripper springs.:thumbsup:

[dan01ster]

Well I ordered the bushings from a distributor for Energy Suspension.
Found a dealer in Michigan and ordered...kinda close to me...THEN I found a dealer in Canada ...grrrr. oh well.

This is what they should look like.
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com/proddetail.asp?prod=9%2E5162

I went with the black version rather than the nice red ones.
Thanks for everyones assistance.

I ordered my new full carpet set today, also from USA (not avail in Canada..lol) and my new tranny cooler arrived yesterday...nice. I have an appropriate yr GWaggie steering box to replace my pooched OE on the '20 and a couple of NOS tail light lenses to install. The rear main seal is on backorder, which should now give me some time to get back to work on my resto of my '67 Jeepster Deluxe power rag top.
These Jeeps are starting to get more money spent than my desperate XJ...lol.

[dan01ster]

Got my sway bar bushings installed...they were a perfect fit.
Got them from these guys.. http://www.energysuspension.com/
Kevin...thanks for all your help. The part number you gave is correct 9.5162G
I got them out of Michigan Truck in Saginaw...a great bunch of guys for sure.
These things came with the bracket and bushing and have a grease fitting on the bottom side that allows you to grease them...inside the bushing, next to the bar's surface, the bushing has channels (rifleing) that allows for even distribution of the grease...cool idea.