59 4 wd Leaf spring bushing replacement
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You take them mainly for arch? I just need new bushing would like to do that without removing them from truck.
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No I needed new bushings, but decided I would get them re arched since I didn’t want to do it later. It’s on a 59 f100 4x4 with the factory lift. It ended up raising the truck about an inch after re arching
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Can the bushing be done without removing springs?
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That does set up nicely! Nice pic.
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****Disclaimer: I’ve never done it on a Ford****
Generally speaking, removing bushings isn’t terribly difficult. If you have the right tools- Jack, jack stands, wrenches and a torch. Jack the vehicle up until the tires are barely off the ground. Support vehicle with stands. Remove shackle nut. On old trucks, the bolt is often seized in the bushing. Instead of trying to beat it out, grab the torch. Heat both sides of the bolt until the bushing releases the bolt. It may catch on fire, have a fire extinguisher handy in case it goes awry. If you allowed a safe space, the bushing can be allowed to burn until it’s crispy enough to remove with your favorite cleaning tool. CAUTION the rubber will be very hot. Install new bushing with appropriate lubricant. Wire wheel the shoulder of the bolt so it’s silky smooth. Lather, rinse and repeat.
Generally speaking, removing bushings isn’t terribly difficult. If you have the right tools- Jack, jack stands, wrenches and a torch. Jack the vehicle up until the tires are barely off the ground. Support vehicle with stands. Remove shackle nut. On old trucks, the bolt is often seized in the bushing. Instead of trying to beat it out, grab the torch. Heat both sides of the bolt until the bushing releases the bolt. It may catch on fire, have a fire extinguisher handy in case it goes awry. If you allowed a safe space, the bushing can be allowed to burn until it’s crispy enough to remove with your favorite cleaning tool. CAUTION the rubber will be very hot. Install new bushing with appropriate lubricant. Wire wheel the shoulder of the bolt so it’s silky smooth. Lather, rinse and repeat.
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For mine, I replaced all the bushings with homemade ones that I made out of Delrin. I don't have a machine shop, so I bought the rod that was the closest to the outside diameter outside diameter and then used a drill press to drill the bolt hole thru the center. Then it was a matter of pushing them into the eye holes with a big C clamp. Doesn't sound too professional I guess but it worked, and they are still looking pretty good after 15 years of occasional summer driving.
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For mine, I replaced all the bushings with homemade ones that I made out of Delrin. I don't have a machine shop, so I bought the rod that was the closest to the outside diameter outside diameter and then used a drill press to drill the bolt hole thru the center. Then it was a matter of pushing them into the eye holes with a big C clamp. Doesn't sound too professional I guess but it worked, and they are still looking pretty good after 15 years of occasional summer driving.
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For mine, I replaced all the bushings with homemade ones that I made out of Delrin. I don't have a machine shop, so I bought the rod that was the closest to the outside diameter outside diameter and then used a drill press to drill the bolt hole thru the center. Then it was a matter of pushing them into the eye holes with a big C clamp. Doesn't sound too professional I guess but it worked, and they are still looking pretty good after 15 years of occasional summer driving.
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