The 1973 Sunbeam Alpine has one listed suspension part: a Leaf Spring Shackle Bushing from METRO, covering the All Engines — the only engine offered in the 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. It includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1973 Sunbeam Alpine, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
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Leaf Spring Shackle Bushing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| METRO | RP125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Base ModelSpring Shackle Rubber Insulators. 1" Wide X 6-3/4" Long | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Leaf Spring Shackle 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.
One part is listed for the 1973 Sunbeam Alpine — METRO RP125.
Buying Suspension Parts for a 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
On this vehicle, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
- Confirm you have the All Engines 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: Leaf Spring Shackle Bushing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suspension parts fit the 1973 Sunbeam Alpine?
This page lists one suspension part for the 1973 Sunbeam Alpine: a Leaf Spring Shackle Bushing from METRO, covering the All Engines engine.
What are the signs of suspension problems on a 1973 Sunbeam Alpine?
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 1973 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1973 Sunbeam Alpine?
Every part on this page is matched to the All Engines 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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