Ford Track Arm Spring Bushing

The Ford Track Arm Spring Bushing from Energy Suspension is a direct replacement for worn or deteriorated rear leaf spring bushings on Ford full-size trucks from 1960 to 1972. This polyurethane bushing kit addresses a critical wear point in the suspension that directly impacts ride quality, handling response, and frame alignment. As bushings degrade over decades, excessive play develops between the leaf spring and frame, causing clunking noises, unpredictable handling, and accelerated wear on other suspension components. Mechanics and serious truck owners rely on this upgrade to restore tight suspension geometry and eliminate sloppy movement at the rear axle.

Energy Suspension's Hyper-Flex polyurethane compound delivers superior durability compared to original rubber bushings, resisting degradation from UV exposure, heat cycles, and ozone that plague stock components. The red polyurethane material bonds to the steel inner sleeve—cadmium-plated for corrosion resistance—creating a solid connection that eliminates the compliance and movement inherent in aged elastomer bushings. This construction maintains precise suspension geometry under acceleration, braking, and cornering loads, preventing the frame deflection and axle misalignment that cause uneven tire wear and vague handling. The bushing's engineered stiffness strikes a balance between ride comfort and responsive steering feedback, making it suitable for both stock restorations and lightly modified trucks.

Mechanics working on 1960–1972 Ford full-size trucks—F-100, F-250, F-350 and comparable models—will find this kit essential for any frame-off restoration or rear suspension rebuild. Installation requires removing the leaf spring assembly and pressing the old bushing from the steel eye, then installing the polyurethane replacement, which typically requires a bench press or specialized bushing tool. This bushing is particularly valuable for trucks that have seen decades of service or sit idle, where original rubber has hardened and cracked, compromising suspension compliance and creating dangerous handling characteristics. Owners upgrading suspension geometry or addressing chronic clunking should specify the rear position and ensure frame measurements match the 1960–1972 Ford full-size application before ordering.