Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

of13swc · 11-21-2016, 08:08 AM

So when or should I change my control arm bushings. I am taking my front suspension apart the have it powder coated. Is it a good idea to go ahead and remove the bushings then replace or should I just leave them and roll with it??

If I replace what's the best tool/method to do so?

**PGSigns** · 11-21-2016, 10:14 AM

You will need to pull them for powder coating so the grease won't run out and screw stuff up when they bake it. Inspect them while they are out and go from there. Need to pull your ball joints also.
Jimmy

of13swc · 11-21-2016, 10:16 AM

OK thank you. Also are they difficult to remove and replace?

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Originally Posted by PGSigns

You will need to pull them for powder coating so the grease won't run out and screw stuff up when they bake it. Inspect them while they are out and go from there. Need to pull your ball joints also.
Jimmy

Kenfuzed · 11-21-2016, 02:18 PM

You can inspect to see if they are still good but personally I would just replace them since they have to come out anyway.

RedRider · 10-04-2017, 01:19 PM

Similar question: I'm rebuilding my front-end along with a disc brake conversion. Kit came with ball joints, tie-rid ends, etc but nothing for the control arms. Should I consider doing this while I'm in there? Is there a reason control arm bushings aren't typically included in these "complete" disc concession kits? Seems like they rarely go out.

**PGSigns** · 10-05-2017, 07:23 AM

The reason they are not included is that they don't need to be replaced to go to the disc brakes. It is always a good idea to check your stuff when you have it down.
Jimmy

11-21-2016, 08:08 AM	#1
of13swc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ocean Springs, ms Posts: 204	Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? So when or should I change my control arm bushings. I am taking my front suspension apart the have it powder coated. Is it a good idea to go ahead and remove the bushings then replace or should I just leave them and roll with it?? If I replace what's the best tool/method to do so?

11-21-2016, 10:14 AM	#2
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? You will need to pull them for powder coating so the grease won't run out and screw stuff up when they bake it. Inspect them while they are out and go from there. Need to pull your ball joints also. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

11-21-2016, 02:18 PM	#4
Kenfuzed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Glendora CA -> Tampa FL Posts: 587	Re: Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? You can inspect to see if they are still good but personally I would just replace them since they have to come out anyway. __________________ 1966 C10 Short Fleetside 1988 Sportster, 2008 Street Glide Ken's 1966 C10 build "Red Ale" Follow on Instgram: @cv_performance https://instagram.com/cv_performance Harley Performance Parts: CV Performance (Harley related) Enjoying the ride!

10-04-2017, 01:19 PM	#5
RedRider Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 356	Re: Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? Similar question: I'm rebuilding my front-end along with a disc brake conversion. Kit came with ball joints, tie-rid ends, etc but nothing for the control arms. Should I consider doing this while I'm in there? Is there a reason control arm bushings aren't typically included in these "complete" disc concession kits? Seems like they rarely go out.

10-05-2017, 07:23 AM	#6
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: Upper/Lower control arm bushings?? The reason they are not included is that they don't need to be replaced to go to the disc brakes. It is always a good idea to check your stuff when you have it down. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic



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