Was wondering if anyone has experience with the aftermarket suspension arms and bushings that are available for our cars. Are they at least equal to the quality of our the OEM parts? I see there are significantly cheaper here https://www.berkshirejagcomponents.c...s-c102x2777200

 

If you're stateside, FCP Euro carries a lot of the OE LEMFÖRDER parts.

 

Given how some of the OE bits (bushings, outer tie rods, ball joints, etc) have worn... or not worn, I chose to go with mostly Moog parts, and also tried out (and liked) some Sidem components on my XJ.

Paul

 

Thanks for the replies, the reason I'm asking specifically about this set up is it is only $530 for all of the rear suspension components. This seems like a very good/great deal! The same place has the OEM parts for $840. So I'm wondering if anyone has experience with this aftermarket set up from this merchant's aftermarket suspension parts?

https://www.berkshirejagcomponents.c...-r-c2x25327687

 

Aftermarket stuff should work, question is how long will it last? We know the OE Jaguar suspension bits seem to last 75k ish miles before starting to degrade.

Do you trust aftermarket stuff at 120mph?
Will your shop torque everything to spec or just use a impact on the fasteners?
Certain bushings need to be tightened at ride height etc... You can ruin OE bushings in no time this way.

Lots of variables to get the job done and have it last.

 

Thanks for the information. As for aftermarket, that's the point: These bushings are not made by Jaguar, OEM or not. Was hoping to have real world objective experiences/reviews comparing OEM to non OEM.

Which bushings need to be tightened when the vehicle is at normal ride height, i.e., on the ground?