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What Do The Different Grades Mean?

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We’ve selected the material that offers the best balance of performance and comfort for your vehicle’s needs.

Comfort (Blue 65A):

Our Comfort grade bushes are designed to enhance ride quality and minimise road noise, making them ideal for everyday driving. They are softer, providing maximum suspension articulation and a cushioned feel that absorbs bumps and vibrations effectively. This softer composition ensures a smoother, quieter driving experience, especially in Classic cars or Land Rovers. Comfort bushes maintain a balance between originality and ease of driving, catering to those who value a relaxed Factory-Fresh drive.

Dynamic (Orange 75A):

The Dynamic grade bushes offer a middle ground between Comfort and Performance. They are slightly firmer than the Comfort bushes, which improves handling and cornering response without sacrificing too much ride comfort. These bushes are ideal for drivers who enjoy a more engaging driving experience while still needing a level of comfort for daily use, whilst also being suitable for spirited driving & light track use.

Performance (RED 85A):

Performance grade bushes are the stiffest of the three, designed for enthusiasts who demand the utmost in handling and control. They offer minimal deflection, enhancing vehicle response and stability during aggressive driving. These bushes are perfect for high-performance or track vehicles where precision and handling are critical. While they might sacrifice some ride comfort, they deliver superior driving dynamics and control, ideal for those who push their vehicle to its limits – Including Towing!

Machinable Material:

These rods are produced in 90 Shore A which allows them to be machined on a lathe.

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Vauxhall Vivaro A Mk1 (X83) Suspension Bushes (2001–2014) – UK

The Vauxhall Vivaro A Mk1 (X83) remains one of the most popular commercial vans in the UK, widely used across trades, delivery fleets, passenger transport, and specialist operations. Many of these vehicles are still in active service, but age-related suspension bush and subframe bush failure is a common issue.

Symptoms of worn bushes include:

  • Knocking or vibration from the front suspension

  • Loose or vague steering feel

  • Excessive body roll when loaded

  • Reduced braking stability

  • Tyre wear due to subframe movement

These issues can compromise fleet safety, handling, and operational efficiency on UK roads.


Subframe Bush Failure – Polybush 47E

The front subframe bushes are a key failure point. When they deteriorate, the subframe can shift under braking or acceleration, affecting steering and alignment.

Polybush Part 47E is a precision polyurethane replacement designed for the Vivaro A Mk1 (X83), perfectly suited to UK fleet conditions. Benefits include:

  • Resistance to oil contamination, road salt, and corrosion

  • Durability in UK winter temperature fluctuations

  • Shape retention under repeated heavy loads

  • Service life 4–5 times longer than OEM rubber

Replacing worn subframe bushes with Polybush 47E restores suspension geometry, improves braking stability, and reduces maintenance costs for UK fleets.


Complete Suspension Upgrade

Polybush supplies a full range of polyurethane suspension bushes for the Vivaro A Mk1 (X83), covering all critical points:

  • Front lower arm bushes

  • Rear trailing arm bushes

  • Anti-roll bar bushes

  • Subframe bushes (47E)

Upgrading delivers:

  • Tighter, more responsive steering

  • Reduced body roll under load

  • Lower cabin vibration and noise

  • Enhanced braking performance

All bushes are direct-fit, using original mounting points with no suspension geometry modifications, enabling fast and efficient fleet-wide upgrades.


Built for UK Fleets

For single vehicles or nationwide fleets, Polybush polyurethane suspension bushes provide long-term durability, improved handling, and safer operation for Vauxhall Vivaro A Mk1 vans across the UK, from urban deliveries to long-distance passenger transport.

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