02-07 JEEP LIBERTY (KJ) POLYURETHANE STEERING RACK BUSHINGS
These Polyurethane bushings are a direct replacement for your old worn out OEM steering rack bushings. The factory Jeep bushings are made from a very soft rubber which deteriorates over time and leaves less then desirable steering feel. There are two problems that arise with the factory bushings. First they are made from a very cheap soft rubber and the strength is not there for how small they are. Secondly, it is very common for the steering racks to leak fluid on to these bushings which leads to them deteriorating rather quickly.
- Our polyurethane bushings not only are a stronger material but the Liberty steering rack fluid (ATF+4) has zero effects on longevity.
- Because of our 2 piece design, there is a actual flange on top to isolate NVH unlike the factory bushings.
- We machine new pins out of 6061 aluminum to ensure a perfect press fit.
- Aluminum pins are anodized black to resist corrosion.
Sold as a set
Alex (verified owner) –
I installed these on my Liberty a year ago after the rubber bushings on my steering rack disintegrated. Pushing on the tires would cause the whole rack to shift side-to-side.
The split design made installation quick and easy and the instructions were helpful; just make sure you have long enough ratchet extensions to reach the rack bolts for torquing.
After installation the steering was solid again and has remained that way ever since. If you need to replace your bushings, get these and support one of the few companies making high quality parts for the Liberty.
Rob (verified owner) –
I had to replace the radiator on my ’05 Jeep Liberty and since I’d have that and the fan out I figured it would give me room to replace the OEM bushings that needed replacing – especially the driver’s side which is notorious for deteriorating on a regular basis. The instructions Creative Steel provides are spot-on and the worst part was getting that dang oil chute out. I think the total time to do the swap was 40 mins and 20 of that was on that chute (and cleaning off old oil/dirt/grime).
Install was a breeze and the steering is nice and tight with no clunks any longer. I also put in new sway bar bushings at the same time and the front end is better than new now. So far, I am more-than pleased with both the product and the company (thanks, Kristie!) and I expect these will perform better and last longer than OEM for only a slight up-tick in cost. So glad there is an alternative to the rubber-type bushings!
Oh, and a suggestion instead of using heat to get the old bushing out. Just use a 16mm deep socket and tap out the insert with a hammer (from above), the old rubber will then just peel off the wall and can easily be pushed out. Clean up the bore before inserting the new bushings. Took about 1 minute per side to remove the old ones.
James Akemon (verified owner) –
These are great, glad I ordered two sets before they went on backorder