This may sound dumb, but I noticed 2 different replacement bushings. one says 9/16 bolt and the other is 5/8 bolt. Is there a easy way to tell which size without pulling a bolt out? I assume the head would be larger on the 5/8 bolt..
Anybody know what size head a 9/16 and 5/8 diameter shank bolt would have? I am assuming they are talking about the bolt diameter as a 9/16 headed bolt would be awful small for a pivot arm bushing...


Edit after I just posted the above..
OK DUHH,, I guess I could just measure the bolt where it comes through the nut!!!

I just watched this video on removing spring shackel bushings with a hole saw

What do you guys think about using a hole saw on the pivot arm bushings to get the rubber out, then cut the metal sleeve, on one side, that remains in the i-beam. take hammer and big screwdriver and pop the sleeve out?

 

I've used Energy Suspension axle pivot bushings which specifically state the original metal sleeves need to be reused, left in place---C-A-R-E-F-U-L-L-Y read install instructions of whatever brand you'll use.

The hole saw idea is top notch---amazingly easier than most methods I've used or seen used.

Whether its a 9/16" or 5/8" thru-bolt isn't an issue so much as the bolt's strength and how snugly it fits in the cross member. Personally I'd use the OEM parts if those will be replaced, the Energy Suspension brand makes no mention of using any bolt other than the stock part. IIRC those bolts are metric, that's easily tested by fitting both SAE and metric wrenches/sockets to see which fits best.

I have a few photos of these being replaced, not sure they're all that helpful but your's for the asking Annaleigh.

HTH

 

9/16" bolt size is very very rare. Standard sizes jump from 1/2" to 5/8".

Which size wrench goes on which size fastener is mostly standard but not enough to be sure. It's up to the fastener manufacturer.

If it's metric it will have numbers on the head such as 5.8 or 8.8 or 10.9 etc. Metric fasteners require metric tools on the head.

Standard fractional sizes have radial lines pointing from center outward. Fractional fasteners require fractional tools on the head.

 

If it's off the vehicle , I'd use a press to pop it out.
The drill makes sense if you are leaving it on.