A-arm bushing install video, 914 rubber bushings step-by-step Options

[iankarr]

Hi Guys,

I've been working with Mark and Matt at 914 Rubber over the past few weeks to refine the installation process and shoot a video for their a-arm bushing kit. Happy to report that it's finally ready for primetime! Shout outs to Bruce and Cary for all their contributions as well.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AysZlHr2lM


And here's a video on how I removed the a-arms and bushings using a press and heat...



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qa-apYYIjlg

Coming soon...
– 914 Rubber master cylinder install
– "Bench" bleeding in the car
– 914 Rubber Rebuilt steering rack with turbo tie rods
– Front wheel bearing replacement

Hope you enjoy my videos. Just trying to give back to this amazing community. Apologies in advance for worsening the addiction.

Have fun with all the innuendo. Can't wait to read the comments (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Ian

[bbrock]

I just did this install over the weekend and want to thank Ian for the great video! Super helpful. I thought I'd add a couple tips I learned that help with beating the clock before the bushings cool down.

1. set up the double nut on the long tail of your threaded rod and insert through the control arm so the double nut is on the opposite end from the bearing you will pull on. Set the length sticking out of the business end so there is about a nut's width of thread protruding after you bearing assembly, installation tools, and washers are on. That way, you only need to spin the nut a few turns after slipping the hot bearing and other parts onto the rod.

2. use an impact driver with deep socket to drive the nut on. This makes the process very easy and much faster. My socket wasn't long enough to drive the bearing on all the way, but it was very easy to finish up with a few turns with a hand wrench. I actually think you could install the bushing without boiling with this method, but I was too chicken to try.