Ricko595@aol.com wrote:
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> I discovered the source of annoying squeak in my front end. It seems that the
> A arm bushings are about gone. Has anyone replaced them lately? I am
> considering:(a) poly urethane (b) steel/rubber (MGB/GT OEM replacements from
> VB) or (C) Nylatron. Anyone have a preference for any of the above? Can I
> replace the bushings on one side of the coil spring without removing the
> spring if I support the spring pan with a floor jack or wooden block? Would
> this be a good time to lower my suspension? What parts are likely to be
> seized and require a torch or brute force to remove? Please share your common
> experiences with me to aid in what looks like a major overhaul. Thanks - Rick
Rick-
Not too bad a job if you do it right the first time. I used standard
style bushings in my first attempt and they lasted less than 5000
miles! You can replace just the A-arm bushes as you describe, I did it
this way the second time around. If this is the first time, I would
recommend a full tear-down, at which time you can lower the suspension
if so desired. A lot of other rubber bits are probablyu shot as well,
not to mention the likelihood of worn kingpins if this is the first
attention the car has recieved. Not a bad job though - a complete
tear-down and rebuild using standard hand tools - no torch or air tools,
took me two days on a week-end, about 8 hours per side. One side at a
time is easiest.
Regards,
Chris Delling
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