How to remove the original rubber Bushings

[ashleesmach1]

from the 8.8 rear end. I am referring to ones that attach to the rear upper control arm. what is the best way to remove them? Thanks:)

[badluckpony]

i bfh lol

[ashleesmach1]

LOL yes I'm sure that work but I want to keep the rear end lol

[Bizarro]

Steeda makes a tool thats supposed to be pretty nice... never used it.

i always drill out the rubber around the metal sleeve as much as i can... usually 8-10 holes around the sleeve... get it good an loose... then take a big hammer to it....working it out evenly. might have to get a big punch for the last few inches to keep from damaging the housing.

usually doesnt take but a few minutes to get both out.

now if the rear is still in the car!?!?! :angry:



THATS A DIFFERENT STORY! :lol1:

[badluckpony]

told you a bfh lol. i had a ball joint tool. i used the steel sleeves out of it. to knock it out

[ashleesmach1]

I am not going to remove the original sleeves. just the original rubber bushings. I'm going to put these http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performance-Products/555/60520/10002/-1?parentProductId=753643 in. and yes the rear is still attached to the car.

[nastynotchback1]

Take a good sharpe 1/4in drill bit and drill all the way through the rubber in one spot.Hold the drill tight.Once you drill all the way through loosen up on the drill and let it run all the way around the bushing.After it makes the first pass start pulling it out easy as it runs around the bushing and it will pull the bushing out and clean the inside of the metal sleeve in one shot.takes about 30 seconds per bushing.

[Silver Sleeper]

the steeda removal tool makes it a snap. thats what we use

[crumbie]

Steeda makes a tool thats supposed to be pretty nice... never used it.

yes. i think mine was from maximum motorsports and it worked like a charm. beaches slid out like butter.

http://www.lpiracing.com/Maximum-Motorsports-Mustang-Rear-Upper-Control-Arm-Bushing-Tool-12168p113897.htm

[ashleesmach1]

thanks for all the info!

[crumbie]

thanks for all the info!

i just noticed - where in g'ville are you located?

[Nova]

I was gonna suggest a borrow/rental.situation lol.

[ashleesmach1]

sent:)

i just noticed - where in g'ville are you located?

[ashleesmach1]

make your suggestion.
Thanks
I was gonna suggest a borrow/rental.situation lol.

[MustangCRZY302]

Dunno if you have the rearend out of the car, but I know I just light them on fire, and have a few beers while they burn out. lol

[Mick's 88GT]

I bought the Maximum Motorsports tool. Works great even if the rear is still installed.

[ashleesmach1]

would anyone with the proper tool let me borrow it for a few days? Please?
thanks

[ashleesmach1]

no one wants to help by lending me the tool to do this well:crazy2:would anyone with the proper tool let me borrow it for a few days? Please?
thanks

[ashleesmach1]

well one nice fellow is going to let me borrow the tool. thanks to all who chimed and lent their expertise!

[Jeff33702]

I used a propane torch years ago. Once the shell gets hot enough, the bushing just melts right out - almost shoots out.

[ashleesmach1]

the rear is still attached to the car. I scarred I'd get a big boom if i tried that. LOL