Local source for polyeurathane.

[splitshot]

Not cruiser related, but I need to replace the cab bushings on my '68 F250. The last time I borrowed some 2" solid round stock from a friend and made my own.

 

[FJ40LVR]

Would Ford bushing from a newer rig work for you? Or what sizes do you have in mind?

 

[splitshot]

Dunno, but they are easy to make, and I'm thinking a lot cheeper too.

Something like 2" round, 1 3/4 high with a 7 /16 hole drilled in the center.

 

[FJ40LVR]

Reason I ask, is i think I know where some OE ones are laying around you might be ablt to have...

 

[splitshot]

What are they off of? I'll try to get exact measurements this weekend. If they'll work I'd a least have to pay you with some 's

 

[Tools R Us]

I use Port Plastics in Chandler.

 

[splitshot]

Do they sell to any common "Joe" off the street?

 

[Tools R Us]

Do they sell to any common "Joe" off the street?

Yes.

I have some hunks of acetal and nylon, get the measurements, might have a piece the right size to whip it up on the lathe?

 

[splitshot]

Thanks, I'll post some #'s on monday, that's if I don't have to crawl around in the mud.

 

[splitshot]

Here's what I'm looking for: 12" of solid 2 1/2" round stock. The actual bushings are 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 with a 3/8 hole in the center.

Last time I cut 1 1/2 pcs. with the band saw, then drilled the holes, pretty simple.

Port plastics still my best bet?

 

[Cantinero]

You might also try Laird Plastics ask for Kimberly or Ge Polymershapes and I believe it's either Doug or Dan over there. I usually go through Laird for my plastic needs, tell Kimberly I sent you, she might hook you up.

 

[Tools R Us]

Here's what I'm looking for: 12" of solid 2 1/2" round stock. The actual bushings are 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 with a 3/8 hole in the center.

Last time I cut 1 1/2 pcs. with the band saw, then drilled the holes, pretty simple.

Port plastics still my best bet?

I don't have a piece that size. Port is one option, don't know if they will still cut, or if you have to buy a stick. If your having it shipped, shop the web probably get the best price?

 

[hj60]

My brother used hockey pucks for his first body lift in his Heep.
They might last longer than the rest of the Ford.

 

[splitshot]

My brother used hockey pucks for his first body lift in his Heep.
They might last longer than the rest of the Ford.

, Hmmmm....


Thanks, everyone.

 

[BMAN]

What's the hardness? Poly is pricey in stock form. I had another member here buy some and make us a couple sets of motor mounts to replace the worn out crap AA ones that are in my 40. The stuff was like $100 for a 12" stick of 2.5"

This is the stuff we got from Mcmaster-Carr

I wouldn't use anything softer than 80A for body mounts. It's what we used for the motor mounts and is pretty much perfect.

Shape Rods, Cords, and Discs
Rods, Cords, and Discs Form Rod
Backing No Backing
Composition Rubber
Material Polyurethane and Polyurethane Foam
Polyurethane and Polyurethane Foam Type Polyurethane
Length 12"
Diameter 2-1/2"
Durometer Hard
Durometer Rating 80A
Lowest Temperature Range -49° to -25° F
Highest Temperature Range +171° to +210° F
Temperature Range -40° to +185° F
Tensile Strength Range 4001 to 7500 psi
Tensile Strength 6500 psi
Stretch Limit Range 401 to 450%
Stretch Limit 430%
Density Range 70.1 to 80 lbs./cu. ft.
Density 76 lbs./cu. ft.
Compression Recovery Good
Finish Smooth on Both Sides
Tolerance Standard
Specifications Met Not Rated
Properties Oil Resistant and Abrasion Resistant and Tear Resistant and Impact Resistant and Weather Resistant and Chemical Resistant and Electrical Resistant

Color
Depending on material selected color may vary in shade. Black | Amber


These 2 products match your selections
Color Each
Black 8695K131 $87.77

Amber 8784K681 82.42

 

[splitshot]

Wow, thanks BMAN, where's the closest Mcmaster-Carr? Sounds like the ticket.

 

[BMAN]

Just a few mouse clicks away. Their shipping is FAST and if you have to deal with them over the phone their Customer service is awesome too.

Their entire online catalog is at www.mcmaster.com

I can't hot link right to the page with the ploy info but it's in the section at the very bottom right called raw materials. Click on Polyurethane and go from there. Just keep clicking on the parameters of what you need and it narrows down the products available.

Good luck.

 

[BMAN]

Heres a piece of 36" long tube with a 2" od and 1/2" id for $97.68
This is probably the ticket for you assuming the center hole isnt TOO big. It's the smallest ID available for a 2" od



Part Number: 87235K311 $97.68 Each
Material Type
Polyurethane

Shape
Tubes

Tube Type
Round

Backing
No Backing

Wall Thickness
3/4"

Length
36"

Length Tolerance
±1/4"

Outside Diameter
2"

Outside Diameter Tolerance
+0.060",-0.020"

Inside Diameter
1/2"

Inside Diameter Tolerance
+0.015",-0.060"

Durometer
Hard

Durometer Rating
80A

Durometer Hardness Tolerance
±5

Temperature Range
-40° to +185° F

Cut With
Saw

Tensile Strength
6500 psi

Stretch Limit
430%

Density
76 lbs./cu. ft.

Compression Recovery
Good

Color
Black

Finish
Smooth on Both Sides

Tolerance
Standard

Specifications Met
Not Rated

Properties
Oil Resistant and Abrasion Resistant and Tear Resistant and Impact Resistant and Weather Resistant and Chemical Resistant and Electrical Resistant

 

[inkpot]

Howdy! If you have to order in bulk, I might be interested in some of it. I would prefer some 2.25 or 2.375 OD for my trailer project. John

 

[splitshot]

I'll let you know, probably not going to order anything till sometime after the holidays, ok?

How much material are we talking?