Type 47
Jul 15 2012, 08:01 PM
What needs to be pressed off? What bushings do I need to replace/purchase? what needs to be done to the trailing arms before they are sand blasted. How do I get the struts seperated from the contol arms? etc., etc.
poorsche914
Jul 15 2012, 08:08 PM
I plan on doing the same later next month. Hope to learn what all is involved.
rhodyguy
Jul 16 2012, 09:04 AM
powdercoating is going to cook all the control arm rubber bushings, add $$$$. another option is using a rattle can paint called ZERO RUST (google it) which is what i used when i did my front suspension. it really holds up to the environment and is easy to touch up if needed. i think eric shea also uses, or did, on his rear control arm packages
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toolguy
Jul 16 2012, 10:00 AM
The bushings will come off pretty easily with liberal use of WD40. . wedge a small screwdriver between the joints and squirt the WD inside. . work the screwdriver around. . . it may be a waste of time because old rubber bushings have usually set up with a 'squish' on one side and you'll need new ones. .
The really hard part is getting the new ones compressed to insert them. . I made some aluminum bushings with bullet noses that fit inside the a arms with the taper outward. . then with the rubbers inside the outer holders, I pressed them on the arms using some dish soap for lube. the 'bullets gently expand the rubber and make a smooth transition onto the A Arms
Can't send you a picture because I sold the adapters at a local swap meet
The tie rod ends is a heat and hit deal, they are usually wedged on real tight. The ball joints should be no problem , the early struts are a pinch bolt, maybe some PB Blaster to speed up and make things easier.
And if you're feeling adventurous, you can pull the steering rack apart and repack the grease. . not a big deal if you are careful and watch how it comes apart.