[Cobra75]

Last week while doing some hot laps at VIR, I noticed an unusual amount of (fore-aft) movement in the rear suspension. It was particularly noticable when transitioning from acceleration to deceleration/braking or down shifting.

Upon inspection, it appears to be coming from the heim joints. There is an excessive amount of movement (1/16" +/-) in the heim joint on the upper arm and the lower control arm heim joints. When I disassembled it, it looks as if the "ball" component has worn out the material between it and the "socket" component. (Is that understandable?) The bolts, bushings and washers are not worn or loose, only the actual joint. The rubber seals on the outside are also dried and cracked, so perhaps dirt has created the wear.

Has anyone had similar experience? The car (although built in '98) only has about 8000 miles on it.

More importantly, where can I get replacements for these pieces? I'd like to replace all the heim joints and the rubber seals. Are these something I can get from SAI or Kirkham?

Thanks for you advice.