Stabilizer Bar Bushing Radial Rate Testing Procedure
Stabilizer Bar Bushing Radial Rate Testing Procedure
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I was wondering if anyone is familar with a procedure or specification for the testing of stabilizer bar bushing radial rates? I am trying to develop a "crude" benchtop test using a torque wrench to try and compare the radial rates of different types of rubber stabilizer bar bushings. I am specifically looking for the angular displacement that is typically used to calculate the radial rate. Based on information that I have seen on various OEM stabilizer bar drawings, I am expecting it to be somewhere in the 15 to 25 degrees range. Any input would be appreciated.





RE: Stabilizer Bar Bushing Radial Rate Testing Procedure
The radial (typically vertical) rate is also important, in that it affects your roll rate.
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Greg Locock
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RE: Stabilizer Bar Bushing Radial Rate Testing Procedure
The current fixture that I am working with will only allow rotation in the clockwise direction. Do you think it will have an appreciable effect on the results if the bushing is only preloaded 3X in the clockwise direction instead of full deflection in both directions?
RE: Stabilizer Bar Bushing Radial Rate Testing Procedure
Cheers
Greg Locock
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