How are these bushings different? I was wondering if I could use the bushing for the 91sd on my 83sd. I plan to get some 15 inch Bundts so I thought that the later subframe bushings might be designed for the harder lower profile tires on the 15 inch wheels (more absorption).

As long as the larger wheels have the correct offset, you don't have to worry about the bushings. The centerline of the wheel and tire needs to be aligned with the large wheel bearing otherwise the offset will cause suspension deflection and larger bushing loads.

Also, don't forget that the center of the tire contact patch and the imaginary line thought the ball joints intersect, thus the 'zero offset' feature of the W126 front suspension.

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Warren

Currently 1965 220Sb, 2002 FORD Crown Vic Police Interceptor

Had 1965 220SEb, 1967 230S, 280SE 4.5, 300SE (W126), 420SEL

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Not part of the in-crowd since 1952.

i do really appreciate your concise definition of zero offset. never heard it explained that well. i knew it worked though.

tom w

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