Mevotech MS504243 Leaf Spring Bushing - Rear Forward

Leaf Spring Bushing for Rear Forward Applications

Mevotech MS504243 is a leaf spring bushing made for rear forward suspension locations on select Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. Built from natural rubber, it provides a direct-fit service part for restoring the bushing interface in the leaf spring assembly.

Use this Mevotech leaf spring bushing when servicing rear suspension wear on 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500 models. The MS504243 dimensions are sized for the specified application and support a precise suspension fit.

Key Features

• Brand: Mevotech
• Part number: MS504243
• Leaf spring bushing for suspension service
• Natural rubber construction
• Grey finish
• Inside diameter: 0.65 in
• Outside diameter: 1.99 in
• Length: 3.13 in
• Height: 2.39 in
• Wall thickness: 0.67 in
• Designed for rear forward position fitment

Detailed Description

Mevotech MS504243 is a suspension bushing engineered for the rear forward leaf spring location on compatible Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The natural rubber material is selected for a serviceable balance of compliance and support in the leaf spring mount, helping maintain proper suspension geometry at the bushing interface. With defined dimensions including a 0.65-inch inside diameter and 1.99-inch outside diameter, this part number is built around the listed application requirements.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K201266 and TD4778W for the same application. For buyers searching for a rear forward leaf spring bushing for 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, MS504243 provides a direct reference point for suspension repair planning.

Common Issues It Can Address

• Excess movement at the rear leaf spring bushing location
• Clunking or squeaking from worn suspension bushings
• Loose-feeling rear suspension response
• Degraded bushing material from age and road exposure
• Fitment-related replacement needs during leaf spring service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear forward position fitment before installation and compare the old bushing dimensions to MS504243. Clean the mounting surfaces thoroughly, inspect the leaf spring eye and surrounding hardware for wear, and follow the vehicle service procedure for pressing or installing the bushing. For 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500 applications, confirm the suspension configuration matches the listed rear forward location.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech supplies chassis and suspension service parts with application-specific sizing and material selection for repair work. MS504243 is built as a natural rubber leaf spring bushing for the listed rear forward fitments.