Subframe bushing removel

[SILVIA_KIDs14.5]

Originally Posted by s13.dark1

the bushings where bad so i was just going to put new bushings in along with the spacers or should i just put in solid ones

go solid and call it a day never again have to replace them it would though have ben easier to get the bushings pressed out

[clark]

Originally Posted by SILVIA_KIDs14.5

go solid and call it a day never again have to replace them it would though have ben easier to get the bushings pressed out

you're wrong, you can't just "press em out".

this isn't' a control arm bushing or something.

the subrame is massive in relation to things that you normally press bushings in and out of.

energy suspension's published recommendation is to use a torch to heat up the outer casing so the rubber "slides" out. they specifically say NOT to use a press.

[projectRDM]

Agreed. using a press is possible, however you need at minimum a 20 ton model, two other people to help hold the subframe, and prayers that you don't deform the forward mounting points when the load comes down and starts pressing. Torching is far easier.