HELP Tool suggestion?

[carnutjw]

Ridetech sells this tool. Not really suggesting it, but seems like the basic setup wouldn't be too difficult to duplicate with a minimum of fabrication skills and some trial and error. The video helps.

Control Arm Bushing Removal and Installation Tool

Our Bushing Tool kit makes it easier for you to remove and replace the bushings in your GM Muscle car control arms. With this tool you can press out and install bushings with simple hand tools.

www.ridetech.com

 

[pontiacgp]

head to your parts store and get a free rental of a ball joint tool...

 

[shoedoos]

 

[shoedoos]

 

[64nailhead]

Then use a sawzall to cut a slice in the sleeve and it will pop out easier as pie

 

[abbey castro]

This is my home made tool from PVC caps, threaded rod nuts and washers. It worked great.

 

[pontiacgp]

I think it would be helpful if FluoFerret tries each method suggested since he has more bushings than suggestions so he can tell us which method is best....

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[Bonnewagon]

I have tried all the above and they all worked. But a combination of the giant "C" clamp press, adapters, and a 12 ton HF press are what is easiest for me.

 

[scoti]

I'm guessing it would be hard to use that shop floor-press on the upper axle bushings. That is what he asked about in the initial thread post.

 

[shoedoos]

....just remember the OP is in Luxembourg....I doubt he can just drop down and borrow specialist tools from a local shop over there.....