fleurys Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 (edited) Jim at rock spyder 4x4 in markham, ON, recently did my link bushings and showed me how easy it is, with off course, the right tools... Here's summary 1) do one link at a time 2) torch the rubber bushing 3) use a zip gun to remove the sleeve 4) use a air sander to clean the inside of the link 5) use a peice of tubing, a socket and a press (or a vise) to insert the new bushing 6) re-install the link but do not tight the bolts..let very loose 7) once all bushing replaced, VERY IMPORTANT, drop the truck on ground, then proceed to tight all the links. some video of 1 link being done in 15 minutes.... amazing how a job can look easy when you have the right tools...(and experience) Torch: http://s435.photobucket.com/albums/qq71/steve_fleury3/front-locker-bushings-shocks/?action=view¤t=CIMG0574.flv zip them: http://s435.photobucket.com/albums/qq71/steve_fleury3/front-locker-bushings-shocks/?action=view¤t=CIMG0579.flv sandpaper the link: http://s435.photobucket.com/albums/qq71/steve_fleury3/front-locker-bushings-shocks/?action=view¤t=CIMG0581.flv insert the new bushing: http://s435.photobucket.com/albums/qq71/steve_fleury3/front-locker-bushings-shocks/?action=view¤t=CIMG0583.flv Edited December 23, 2009 by fleurys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamzan Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Good post. I had my grandfathers garage do the exact same thing to my rear links. Cost me 30 dollars cash. I took them off the truck and brought them in, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KovemaN Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 Good post. The same method also works for LCA, front differential, and leaf spring bushings. I would say it's the only reliable way since the metal sleeve on the outside of the bushing will not budge with any type of press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packie88 Posted December 23, 2009 Share Posted December 23, 2009 my favorite part of this was when the guy says "i dont wanna see this all over he internet now for all your buddies to do at home" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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