16-24 Camaro Rear Cradle Bushing Kit, Polyurethane - BMR

FITS 2016-2024 CAMARO ( ALL MODELS )
Installation Instructions

DESCRIPTION:

Significantly reduce rear cradle movement, combat wheel hop, and improve chassis stability on your 2016-2024 Chevrolet Camaro with the BMR Suspension Polyurethane Rear Cradle Bushing Kit featuring Part Number BK061. Designed as a complete replacement for the compliant factory rear cradle bushings, the BK061 uses low-deflection 95-durometer polyurethane bushings with oversized 6061-T6 billet aluminum inner sleeves to create a substantially more stable connection between the Camaro's rear cradle and chassis. The factory sixth-generation Camaro rear cradle bushings are manufactured from soft rubber and incorporate large air pockets or voids to help isolate noise, vibration, and harshness. While this design improves everyday comfort, the compliant bushings allow the rear cradle to move during acceleration, cornering, and braking. This movement can contribute to wheel hop, inconsistent suspension behavior, and reduced handling precision. BMR's BK061 replaces the entire OE rubber bushing assembly with solid two-piece polyurethane bushings to dramatically reduce this unwanted movement. BMR manufactures the BK061 bushings from 95-durometer polyurethane, a material selected for its high stiffness, low friction, and excellent stability. Each bushing is manufactured to BMR's exact tolerances for proper fitment and consistent performance. Oversized 6061-T6 billet aluminum inner bushing sleeves further strengthen the mounting arrangement, creating a much more rigid and controlled rear cradle assembly than the factory rubber configuration. By reducing rear cradle bushing deflection, the BK061 helps keep the rear suspension more securely located as loads are transferred through the chassis. BMR states that the upgrade greatly reduces wheel hop while increasing handling stability, chassis rigidity, and overall consistency. The result is a more planted and predictable rear suspension platform for high-performance street driving, drag racing, and handling applications. Finished in BMR's signature Red and supplied with zinc-coated hardware, the BK061 provides a comprehensive performance-oriented cradle bushing solution. BMR lists installation at approximately 3-4 hours, although its detailed installation instructions note that the procedure can take 4-8 hours depending on available tools and installer experience. Because the factory cradle bushings are completely removed and the rear cradle must be lowered, this is a considerably more involved upgrade than a cradle lockout kit. For Camaro owners looking for maximum rear cradle control while retaining some of the compliance of polyurethane, the BMR BK061 provides a serious upgrade over the factory rubber bushings.

Key Features

• BMR Suspension Polyurethane Rear Cradle Bushing Kit
• Designed for sixth-generation Camaro applications
• Rear cradle bushing application
• Complete replacement for factory rear cradle bushings
• Replaces the entire OE rubber bushing assembly
• Solid two-piece polyurethane bushing design
• Manufactured from low-deflection 95-durometer polyurethane
• Oversized 6061-T6 billet aluminum inner bushing sleeves
• Zinc-coated hardware
• Significantly reduces rear cradle movement
• Reduces rear cradle bushing deflection
• Greatly reduces wheel hop
• Improves rear suspension stability and chassis consistency
• Increases chassis rigidity
• Helps provide more predictable rear suspension behavior
• Improves overall feel during performance driving
• Reduces movement during acceleration, cornering, and braking
• Designed for street performance, drag racing, and handling applications
• Suitable for competition-oriented Camaro builds
• Provides substantial stiffness while retaining polyurethane construction
• Moderate increase in NVH compared with the factory bushings
• Manufacturer-listed installation time: approximately 3-4 hours
• Proudly designed in the USA
• Proudly made in the USA

Important Notes

• This kit replaces the factory rear cradle bushings completely.
• The original factory rubber cradle bushings must be removed for installation.
• The factory bushings use soft rubber with air pockets or voids that allow considerable movement under load.
• BMR replaces the OE rubber bushings with solid two-piece 95-durometer polyurethane bushings.
• BMR specifically designed BK061 to reduce cradle movement and bushing deflection.
• Reduced cradle movement helps greatly reduce wheel hop.
• Increased cradle rigidity provides a more stable platform from which the rear suspension can operate.
• Designed for street performance, drag racing, and handling applications.
• BMR notes that the BK061 produces only a moderate increase in noise, vibration, and harshness compared with the factory rubber bushings.
• Customers prioritizing factory-level isolation should be aware that replacing the compliant OE bushings with 95-durometer polyurethane can transmit additional drivetrain and suspension feedback into the chassis.
• BMR's product listing estimates installation at approximately 3-4 hours, depending on the technique used to remove the stock bushings.
• The rear cradle must be lowered to install the replacement bushings.
• BMR notes that a two-post service lift, transmission jack, and additional assistance make installation significantly easier.
• BMR's instructions specify 74 ft-lbs plus 90-105 degrees for the applicable replacement cradle fasteners. Always verify current GM service information for the specific vehicle before installation.
• BMR recommends having the vehicle professionally realigned after installation is complete.
• Professional installation is strongly recommended for customers unfamiliar with rear cradle removal and suspension bushing replacement.