A proud owner of a `11 JCW 2dr hatch. Running with the factory installed Mini "Sport Suspension." I`ve noticed a creaking noise after going through dips in the road and I believe it is time to lube the bushings of my sway bars. Any thoughts what product to use that will be most effective and last longest? Anyone still advocating the use of "teflon tape?"

Your input would be most appreciated.
Ballyrick

 

Normally the stock bushings don't need grease.

But here is the proper sway bar grease that we use in all our sway bar kits.
One packet is enough for two bushings
http://www.waymotorworks.com/sway-ba...ng-grease.html

 

On my NM rear sway I use Mobil 1 synthetic. Works pretty well but has grease fittings.
Unaware of any other bushings to be greased on my "11 JCW as all the front suspension/steering is sealed.

 

Stock rubber bushings don't need lube.

Do not use Teflon tape. I used it on my larger rear front and rear away bars (2009 Clubman S) because I thought it would give extra protection. It ends up giving a creaking, popping noise in cold freezing weather on the rear, but was fine in warm weather. I removed the tape and relubed and now it's quiet in all weather. The front still has the tape and it creaks in all weather conditions when I go over speed bumps. Don't use Teflon tape!