How does one replace control arm bushings?
11-16-2009, 08:06 AM
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How does one replace control arm bushings?
Got these replacement bushings for control arms...how do I remove old and replace with new. I have a feeling it's not as easy as it looks.
Pics of replacement bushings...
Pics of replacement bushings...
11-16-2009, 08:20 AM
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Typically a press is used to push out the old bushing, and to install the new bushing.
Any press will work really, just need a press and a impact socket just a little bit smaller than the bushing.
Any press will work really, just need a press and a impact socket just a little bit smaller than the bushing.
11-16-2009, 08:23 AM
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even a chick can do it
11-16-2009, 08:46 AM
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just so there is no confusion, the bushings the OP has are bonded rubber and a bit different. however, i suppose pounding on them with a hammer like you did might get them out too
11-16-2009, 08:52 AM
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11-16-2009, 09:03 AM
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I dont own a press.. but a long bolt, nut, sockets and a few washers also get the job done... put socket that is LARGER than the bushing on one end with large opening towards bushing, put washer and bolt through socket and bushing.. place washer that is about as large as the bushing but smaller than hole in arm on other end.. thread on nut. TIGHTEN, it will press the bushing through the hole in the arm and into the socket...
to reinstall new bushing, basically remove the socket, use washer LARGER than the hole in the control arm (where socket was), and tighten the nut again. it should effectively press the bushing in. I like doing it like this as compared to a hammer or whatever besause it shouldnt damage anything, and is done slow, controlled, and straight.
back in the day when I had a broken leg and was rebuilding a dirtbike (old 1989 KX 250) I used this trick all the time as I couldnt easily get to a machine shop. its just the way I do things now
to reinstall new bushing, basically remove the socket, use washer LARGER than the hole in the control arm (where socket was), and tighten the nut again. it should effectively press the bushing in. I like doing it like this as compared to a hammer or whatever besause it shouldnt damage anything, and is done slow, controlled, and straight.
back in the day when I had a broken leg and was rebuilding a dirtbike (old 1989 KX 250) I used this trick all the time as I couldnt easily get to a machine shop. its just the way I do things now