This page lists one suspension part for the 1978 MG Midget: an Axle Bushing from DORMAN, matched to the 1.5L L4 — the only engine offered in the 1978 MG Midget.
On the 1978 MG Midget, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
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Axle Bushing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 532504 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles.
This group shows a single part: DORMAN 532504.
Buying Suspension Parts for a 1978 MG Midget
On this vehicle, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
- Confirm you have the 1.5L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Axle Bushing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suspension parts fit the 1978 MG Midget?
This page lists one suspension part for the 1978 MG Midget: an Axle Bushing from DORMAN, covering the 1.5L L4 engine.
What are the signs of suspension problems on a 1978 MG Midget?
Common symptoms include clunks over speed bumps, wandering steering, cupped tire wear, or a nose that keeps bouncing after a dip. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1978 MG Midget was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1978 MG Midget?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 engine. Then worn bushings often mimic bad shocks — inspect before buying, and remember loaded vs unloaded strut assemblies differ in labor by hours. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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