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SGNL99 · 12-18-2012, 07:27 PM

I just received my BMR stage 2 kit and I'm pretty sure the steering rack bushing is bad. Looks like a tear in it. Before I call them, can anyone chime in and tell me if it's supposed to look like this?

chevy 3 · 12-18-2012, 07:39 PM

Yes. That is so you can rap it around the shaft. If it don't have a slice in it you couldn't get it on the bar

Apex Motorsports · 12-18-2012, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by chevy 3

Yes. That is so you can rap it around the shaft. If it don't have a slice in it you couldn't get it on the bar

You can see it in this photo.

SGNL99 · 12-18-2012, 08:17 PM

Awesome, thanks for the quick replies. Looks like I'm going to have to call them tomorrow anyway. They sent me 4 rear drop springs (they all are stamped SP021D). Oh well...

Hard Parker · 12-18-2012, 10:55 PM

While were on the topic can someone explain what bushings do?

I was looking at purchasing this same kit actually but wanted to know if worth it on a DD

Apex Motorsports · 12-19-2012, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Venom SS

While were on the topic can someone explain what bushings do?

I was looking at purchasing this same kit actually but wanted to know if worth it on a DD

Bushings are basically isolators that are used at joints that allow mechanical movement to take place without transmitting NVH. The problem is that the factory over compensates and uses bushings that are so soft and sloppy that they hinder performance. Many of our customers that are first time bushing buyers are blown away with the improvement. They can be a game changer. Shoot me a PM and tell me a little about your car, how you use it, and what you would like it to do better and I'll recommend a couple to look at.

chevy 3 · 12-19-2012, 09:02 AM

I'm a newbie to the new bushing and can tell you that chase is right on the $$$

BMR Sales · 12-19-2012, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SGNL99

I just received my BMR stage 2 kit and I'm pretty sure the steering rack bushing is bad. Looks like a tear in it. Before I call them, can anyone chime in and tell me if it's supposed to look like this?

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Originally Posted by SGNL99

Awesome, thanks for the quick replies. Looks like I'm going to have to call them tomorrow anyway. They sent me 4 rear drop springs (they all are stamped SP021D). Oh well...

That is normal, it allows you to slide the bushing around the steering rack assembly. I wish they would cut them a little cleaner sometimes but you won't have any issues with that bushing.

Sorry about the mix up with the lowering springs, our assembly guys have been working non-stop due to the holidays so I am sure it was just a quick mix up. I will make sure we get this issue taken care of for you today.

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

Bushings are basically isolators that are used at joints that allow mechanical movement to take place without transmitting NVH. The problem is that the factory over compensates and uses bushings that are so soft and sloppy that they hinder performance. Many of our customers that are first time bushing buyers are blown away with the improvement. They can be a game changer. Shoot me a PM and tell me a little about your car, how you use it, and what you would like it to do better and I'll recommend a couple to look at.

I honestly couldn't have explained it any better or more simple.

SGNL99 · 12-19-2012, 01:36 PM

Thanks again for your help Kyle! I think the reason it looked damaged was because the cut looked so rough, but glad to hear that's normal.

Apex Motorsports · 12-19-2012, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by chevy 3

I'm a newbie to the new bushing and can tell you that chase is right on the $$$

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

I honestly couldn't have explained it any better or more simple.

Thanks guys.

Fast6.3 · 12-19-2012, 08:30 PM

Pedders street 1 kit best bang for the buck

BMR Sales · 12-20-2012, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by SGNL99

Thanks again for your help Kyle! I think the reason it looked damaged was because the cut looked so rough, but glad to hear that's normal.

No problem, if there is anything we can do to help you out in the future let me know.

ICTsccaCamaro · 02-07-2013, 08:12 PM

Do you recommend installing the rack bushing totally dry or with the white grease?

BMR Sales · 02-08-2013, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ICTsccaCamaro

Do you recommend installing the rack bushing totally dry or with the white grease?

I would just install it dry. The steering racks in the Camaros don't move around in the bushings at all so there is no real need to lube the bushing up.

Kyle

12-18-2012, 07:27 PM	#1
SGNL99 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 50	Steering Rack Bushing I just received my BMR stage 2 kit and I'm pretty sure the steering rack bushing is bad. Looks like a tear in it. Before I call them, can anyone chime in and tell me if it's supposed to look like this? Attached Images __________________ CAI Black Intake w/ Apex scoop & ww bottle kit; VMAX throttle body; Borla S-type Cat back exhaust; Skip shift eliminator; Elite Engineering catch can; MGW short throw shifter; Stainless Works LT Headers w/ Hi-Flow cats and one awesome JRE TUNE! BMR stage 2 suspension; 3.91 gears

12-18-2012, 08:17 PM	#4
SGNL99 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 50	Awesome, thanks for the quick replies. Looks like I'm going to have to call them tomorrow anyway. They sent me 4 rear drop springs (they all are stamped SP021D). Oh well... __________________ CAI Black Intake w/ Apex scoop & ww bottle kit; VMAX throttle body; Borla S-type Cat back exhaust; Skip shift eliminator; Elite Engineering catch can; MGW short throw shifter; Stainless Works LT Headers w/ Hi-Flow cats and one awesome JRE TUNE! BMR stage 2 suspension; 3.91 gears

12-18-2012, 10:55 PM	#5
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12-19-2012, 01:36 PM	#9
SGNL99 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 50	Thanks again for your help Kyle! I think the reason it looked damaged was because the cut looked so rough, but glad to hear that's normal. __________________ CAI Black Intake w/ Apex scoop & ww bottle kit; VMAX throttle body; Borla S-type Cat back exhaust; Skip shift eliminator; Elite Engineering catch can; MGW short throw shifter; Stainless Works LT Headers w/ Hi-Flow cats and one awesome JRE TUNE! BMR stage 2 suspension; 3.91 gears

12-19-2012, 08:30 PM	#11
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12-18-2012, 07:39 PM	#2
chevy 3 NEcamaro5 Drives: Black 2ss rs 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: mass Posts: 4,328 View My Garage	Yes. That is so you can rap it around the shaft. If it don't have a slice in it you couldn't get it on the bar

12-19-2012, 09:02 AM	#7
chevy 3 NEcamaro5 Drives: Black 2ss rs 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: mass Posts: 4,328 View My Garage	I'm a newbie to the new bushing and can tell you that chase is right on the $$$

02-07-2013, 08:12 PM	#13
ICTsccaCamaro ITCRNRS Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,575	Do you recommend installing the rack bushing totally dry or with the white grease? __________________ 2018 ZL1 1LE Ordered 6/29/17 Built 11/6/17 Delivered 12/7/17, Summit White, PDR, NAV, https://www.youtube.com/c/tylerpotter SOLD: 2014 Summit White 1LE 2SS/RS, Recaros, NPP, NAV, KONI Yellow's SOLD: 2012 Black 2LT/RS, Fully 1LE swapped, Brembo swap