Re: Shackle bushings

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>Since I'm replacing the springs, getting the old bushings out is not a 
>problem.. but what about the shackle to frame bushings?  Are those going 
>to be a problem for me?  Do I need to use a torch, or the "bolt n' 
>washer' home made press?
>
>Anyhow.. time for bed.. long day tomorrow, and I want to be up early 
>Saturday!
>
>- -Tom Mandera, Helena MT

Tom, I hate using a torch in that situation. I suggest bolt, nut, 
washers, and sockets. I put in polys a few months ago, and pressing out 
the old bushings was easy once I found the right combination. If you 
decide to go this way, use the hardest bolt and nut you can find, as I 
found that I could pull the threads right off a regular hardware store 
bolt which I guess is grade 3 or so. Undoubtedly, my impact wrench 
contributed to early thread demise. I had some grade 8's which did the 
job. 

Whose kit has Heckerthorn shocks and are they supposed to be cream of the 
crop now?
John 

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