I finally spoke with R2 in regards to all the backordered bushings. They are sending out enough orders to cover all the backorders and some extra in the next 3 weeks. We also worked on the communication issues with R2 and have gotten better contact information on them to prevent backorders like this from happening in the future. While we can't promise there will never be an issue, the owner of R2, expressed a concern to improve our channels of communication.
Also, the camber correction kits are unofficially discontinued as they are having issues with a certain part in the kit. They have found a manufacturer for it however it requires some serious volume. If you are interested in the R2 camber correction kit, it is highly suggested that you consider purchasing it now to prevent it from becoming officially discontinued.
If you are interested in the R2 control arm bushing kits or R2 steering bushing kits I would highly suggest taking advantage of the fact that we will be getting extra in, it is not common that we can actually stock these.
You can view the price and order the R2 control arm bushing kits and steering bushing kit by clicking HERE
If you are interested in the camber correction kit specifically, they used to sell for $129.95 per set (there are two sets, one front and one rear). We will do our best to keep them at the same price, but we anticipate a 10-15% price increase. Please take that into consideration if you commit your name on the preorder list.
Im in the same boat going to redo my entire suspension would like to get new bushings also. If you guys hear anything keep us updated I need steering Rack and Front suspension bushings
What about going with Energy Bushings? I don't know if they have an application for the MKIV or what their quality is, but I have to assume that its better than Powerflex. Any thoughts?
According to the energy suspension parts catalog, they only have sway bar bushings for the mkiv. I know that not everything in the catalog is listed like motor mounts; for let us say....,, a 7th gen Celica gts. There is no listing for the mount inserts, but they are the same as the Pontiac Vibe inserts. I really like energy suspension but taking the time to find out what crosses to what does not sound very appealing. More over, waiting for my R2 bushings sounds more appealing then taking the time to find out what crosses for the mkiv.
Just received my rear control arm bushing kit the other night. So for those of you that are wondering, R2 is definitely still around making kits here and there. I'm hoping the front kit comes in soon.
Kevin
This guy is not reliable, he the same guy that owns http://www.tmengineering.net/
TM Engineering LLC
1129 E. Dominguez Street, Suite A
Carson, CA 90746
By appointment only
The R2 are just like the Daizen bushing that he sells, it's a one man the last time i checked. Over a hundred people from CL ordered bushings from him and never got the parts or their money.
he will creat a shipping label and send you tracking... he did that to me but paypal gave me my money back. he doesn't have a phone number .
I don't do business with someone I can't reach on the phone...
If yall need more info to back up my statement i will post the threads on here.
he was a vendor on CLbut they had to let him go because of his track record...
Yes, we're aware that he's the same guy and aware of his spotty reputation. He's continued to provide us with parts it's just very very inconsistent and does not meet the demand.
We currently offer Powerflex, it's not a complete kit and it's poor quality so it can't replace R2, it's a sub standard alternative, we can switch any pending orders to Powerflex though if the customer insists.
I cannot say if Superpro are better than R2, etc, as my research on R2 concludes that availability is a constant issue over the years, but I know that Superpro is involved and used in Motorsport over here.
I hope to have a relevant update to post next week, but may be the week after TX2K12. We're working hard on resolving this and will have it resolved soon I just don't want to speak too soon.
I have a fairly promising update very soon but I want everything to be confirmed 100% before I post anything, last time I posted something, it let everyone down when it turned out being inaccurate information.
Got my rear control arm bushing kit on the car earlier today (received them in January) and I have to say, these bushings are fantastic! Looking forward to receiving my front kit now which has not come in the mail yet. It's just a little past the 9 month mark, but I know they'll be at my door step any day now.
Please keep us posted on when the next shipment comes in, Kevin!
Thanks for the continuous updates Kevin! I'm not sure if this was mentioned or not but does this include the steering rack bushings or is that a different story?
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