Energy Suspension 00-06 Toyota Tundra Leaf Spring Bushing Set - Red

Restore Rear Leaf Spring Precision on the First-Generation Tundra with Hyper-Flex Bushings That Last Far Beyond OEM Rubber

The Energy Suspension 8.2118R is the Hyper-Flex polyurethane rear leaf spring bushing set for the 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra in red. On first-generation Tundras, the factory rear leaf spring bushings are rubber and degrade with age, load cycles, and heat exposure, producing rear-end wander, side-to-side drift under load, and a soft, undefined rear suspension feel. The ENG8.2118R replaces the factory rubber spring eye and shackle bushings with Energy Suspension's Hyper-Flex polyurethane compound, which maintains proper spring geometry through the full suspension travel arc, resists heat and ozone degradation that destroy rubber on aging trucks, and is rated to last five to ten times longer than OEM rubber under equivalent use. Designed for all 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra configurations with rear leaf spring suspension.

Key Features

• Energy Suspension ENG8.2118R Hyper-Flex polyurethane rear leaf spring bushing set for 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra
• Replaces factory rubber leaf spring eye and shackle bushings that cause rear wander and vague handling as they deteriorate
• Hyper-Flex polyurethane rated to last 5 to 10 times longer than OEM rubber under equivalent use conditions
• Full-floating bushing design allows proper spring movement without binding or stick-slip behavior
• Resists heat, UV, and ozone degradation that degrades rubber on high-mileage first-gen Tundras
• Red color; black version available separately as ENG8.2118G
• Made in USA by Energy Suspension

Fitment

Specifications

What's Included

• Complete rear leaf spring bushing set for 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra (spring eye and shackle positions)

About Energy Suspension

Energy Suspension has manufactured Hyper-Flex polyurethane suspension components in the United States since 1983. Based in San Clemente, California, Energy Suspension produces application-specific bushing sets, body mounts, sway bar bushings, and supporting hardware for thousands of domestic and import vehicle applications. The Hyper-Flex compound is formulated to deliver significantly longer service life than OEM rubber while maintaining the handling precision appropriate for street, towing, and light off-road use.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Energy Suspension 8.2118R is the Hyper-Flex polyurethane rear leaf spring bushing set for the 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra in red. It replaces all factory rubber leaf spring eye and shackle bushings with Energy Suspension's full-floating polyurethane design, which maintains proper spring geometry, eliminates wander from worn bushings, and delivers service life rated at five to ten times longer than OEM rubber.

The ENG8.2118R is designed for the 2000-2006 Toyota Tundra with rear leaf spring suspension. All regular cab, access cab, and double cab configurations of the first-generation Tundra use rear leaf springs. Confirm your specific vehicle configuration before ordering. The 2007 and newer Tundra uses a different suspension design and requires a separate Energy Suspension part number.

Symptoms of worn leaf spring bushings on the Tundra include a clunking or knocking sound from the rear suspension over bumps, vague rear-end handling and rear wander at highway speeds, uneven rear tire wear, and visible cracking or separation of the rubber at the spring eyes or shackle mount points. Inspecting the spring mounting points with the vehicle on a lift and applying load to reveal movement is the definitive approach.

Yes. The 8.2118R is a complete set covering both the driver and passenger rear leaf spring positions on the 2000-2006 Tundra, including all spring eye and shackle bushing positions. It is not sold as a single-side kit.

Yes. Replacing worn rubber leaf spring bushings with fresh Hyper-Flex polyurethane restores the spring geometry and reduces lateral movement under load. The improvement is most noticeable when towing a trailer or carrying heavy bed loads where worn rubber bushings allow more spring movement and contribute to sway and rear-end looseness.

Energy Suspension recommends applying a polyurethane-safe grease to the bushing bores and pivot surfaces during installation to prevent squeaking and allow proper movement. Do not use petroleum-based greases. Use Energy Suspension's supplied grease or an equivalent silicone or white lithium product compatible with polyurethane.

Yes. The Energy Suspension 8.2118G and 8.2118R are the same rear leaf spring bushing set in different colors. G is black and R is red. The polyurethane compound, construction, included components, and fitment are identical. Color is purely a visual preference.

Installation requires basic hand tools, a floor jack, jack stands, a rubber mallet or bushing driver, and optionally a bench vise or hydraulic press for stubborn factory rubber removal. The spring eye bushings are typically pressed or driven in and out, while shackle bushings may be removable with hand tools. Difficulty varies with vehicle age and rust condition.

Installation Instructions

1. Lift and safely support the rear of the Tundra on jack stands at the frame. Support the rear axle on a separate floor jack.
2. Remove the rear wheels for easier access to the leaf spring mounting hardware.
3. Lower the rear axle on the jack to unload the springs.
4. Remove the U-bolts and axle plates at each spring pack.
5. Disconnect the shackle lower bolt and spring front eye bolt to free each spring from the frame brackets.
6. Remove the old rubber bushings from the spring eyes and shackle using a press, bench vise, or bushing driver as needed.
7. Clean the spring eye and shackle mounting bores before installing new bushings.
8. Apply Energy Suspension polyurethane-safe grease to the outside of each new 8.2118R bushing shell before installation.
9. Press or drive the new polyurethane bushings into the spring eye and shackle bores using the correct size driver to avoid damage.
10. Apply grease to the inner bore contact surfaces of each installed bushing.
11. Reinstall the leaf springs onto the vehicle. Install all mounting hardware hand-tight before final torque.
12. Raise the axle to load the suspension to ride height before torquing the spring eye bolts, shackle bolts, and U-bolt nuts to factory specification. Torquing at ride height prevents preload on the bushings.
13. Reinstall wheels, lower the vehicle, and test drive before performing a rear wheel alignment check.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.