1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

SA front end rebuild kits?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 11-02-07 | 12:07 AM
  #1  
the spindoctor's Avatar
Thread Starter
Sportbike Junkie

iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 66
Likes: 0
From: Garland, TX
SA front end rebuild kits?

i always see the bushing kits, but never anything else. does anyone offer a complete kit or should i just go to any local parts store and get everything individually there? any particular brands to look for or avoid?
Old 11-02-07 | 02:37 AM
  #2  
trochoid's Avatar
Old Fart Young at Heart
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 15,145
Likes: 7
From: St Joe MO
Which part of the front end needs rebuilt?
Old 11-02-07 | 06:01 AM
  #3  
the spindoctor's Avatar
Thread Starter
Sportbike Junkie

iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 66
Likes: 0
From: Garland, TX
Originally Posted by trochoid
Which part of the front end needs rebuilt?
i'm assuming everything since i have no history on the car as far as mileage or repairs go and it was in no condition to drive. its been sitting for 10 years and all the rubber parts are cracked and i have the engine out so i figured i'd just replace it all and be done with it. its an almost completely rust free/dent free body, but everything else needs some tlc.
Old 11-02-07 | 07:47 AM
  #4  
Kentetsu's Avatar
Lives on the Forum
 
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 11,359
Likes: 14
From: Grand Rapids Michigan
Check with www.re-speed.com

I believe they have all the bushing kits you need...
Old 11-02-07 | 06:32 PM
  #5  
trochoid's Avatar
Old Fart Young at Heart
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 15,145
Likes: 7
From: St Joe MO
If the front end has never been touched, then I'd start with FB strut housings, struts, springs, idler arm, tierods, ball joints, check the wheel bearings, replace the bushings, then move to the rear for shocks, springs and bushings.

Don't forget the brakes while you're at it.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
FD7KiD
3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
15
02-26-21 10:12 PM
FD7KiD
Single Turbo RX-7's
1
08-17-15 11:50 PM
JIMMY54
1st Generation Specific (1979-1985)
2
08-12-15 05:40 PM



Quick Reply: SA front end rebuild kits?



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:23 PM.