How long to replace front spring bushings

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Jan 11, 2011 | 03:16 PM

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How long to replace front spring bushings

Hey folks....
I need to get the front spring bushings replaced on my truck and do not have the ability to do it myself since I live in an apartment. I am looking for a mechanic to do the job and am wondering how long it should the job take so I can get an idea what it will cost based on the labor rates.
Any info will be a great help.

Jan 11, 2011 | 08:11 PM

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If your replacing the bushings with Energy suspension products.....

Energy Suspension Parts Dealer, Specializing in Energy Suspension Bushings Suspension Components.

The hardest part is drilling/burning out the old bushings, took about 2 hours for the front springs.

Otherwise you may need to remove the springs if your planning on pressing the old ones out and new OEM style ones in. 3 hours+

Jan 11, 2011 | 09:39 PM

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im going to find my old thread on this, believe me search as well. I had it down pat but man the learning curve kicked my ***. It was a pain till i got a method down. Drilling is definitely the best way and least messy. The metal sleeve from the stock old setup was the worst part. I used a sawzall to cut it after i pryed it away from the leaf spring eye. Killer job, not a lot of fun but free one inch lift kit!! haha.

EDIT here it is.

Jan 12, 2011 | 12:08 AM

Country_boy_2007

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i made a puller out of some pipe, a steel blank and a peice of heavy all thread. i just throw my big impact on it and hammer away till its free.

Jan 12, 2011 | 04:14 AM

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When I did mine the Black bushings were advised........ because the bushings were colored with graphite.... aids in lubrication so no squeaks....... True/False ????

Jan 12, 2011 | 07:01 AM

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Thanks guys. I have a quote of $415 for parts and labor to get them replaced. I am not sure what type bushing he is planning to use. Will have to talk to him and maybe get them myself and bring them to him.