[tcb] Re: Difficulty of Replacing Frontend Bushings?

  • From: Eric Woodall <eric@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:48:30 -0600

That sounds like the procedure for a Split.
Duncan has a late model Vanagon.

w.wood wrote:
> It's not too hard.  I use a propane torch to heat up the tubes (after
> cleaning out the grease).  That way the new bushing goes right in. 
> Depending upon your beam you can also get urethane bushings for it
> now.  Last set I did were NOS and they were a PITA.  Also don't forget
> new seals etc and also change the zerk fittings while you're at it.
>
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> On Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 1:27 PM, j duncan <whocanduncan@xxxxxxxxxxx
> <mailto:whocanduncan@xxxxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
>
>     How tough is it to replace the bushings? Do you need special tools?
>
>     There's no indication of need but since I'm replacing the coil
>     springs it makes sense to do the bushings and ball joints at the
>     same time. Anybody agree? Or should I just forgo the idea and
>     follow the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" concept?
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