Tenneco Inc.
DUAL COMPOUND ELASTOMER BUSHING FOR VEHICLE SUSPENSION COMPONENT

Abstract:

A dual compound bushing includes a tube having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion extending therebetween. A first elastomeric member having a first durometer value is arranged on the intermediate portion. A second elastomeric member having a second durometer value that is distinct from the first durometer value is arranged at the first end. A ferrule is mounted to the tube at the first end. The second elastomeric member being arranged between the ferrule and the first elastomeric member.