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Search Auto Parts Search upper control arm bushings Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Truck Repair>> Truck Suspension Repair gatorchin New User Jul 10, 2011, 10:01 AM Post #1 of 4 (4991 views) upper control arm bushings Sign In i need to replace my upper control arm bushings on my 1993 Dodge Dakota Sport 2wd 5sp 3.9L..it seems the "crossbolt" for lack of correct terminology will pose a problem.anyone have any experience with this?..i would also welcome any tricks to pushing out the bushings myself, but i think i will end up having to take to to a shop to get this done Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 10, 2011, 10:24 AM Post #2 of 4 (4988 views) Re: upper control arm bushings Sign In You should be able to get a whole new upper control arm. Tension from suspension must be off that wheel - remove shock at top while hoisted should do it if memory serves me. Air tools really help and if unsure about any of this just get it done as it can be unsafe if spring tension is still there and not watch out what you are doing or letting whole rest of it fall/lean over and stress the brake flex hose. It would need an alignment after or highly suggested and most would do that right there. Possibly while you wait. Control arm needs to be in same position if barbed ends of just a bushing are involved. Unless well equipped this isn't the best DIY job IMO. Yes just a bushing can be done but if a new one from age and rust won't let it stick well when put in the whole arm is the way to go, T Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 10, 2011, 10:38 AM Post #3 of 4 (4986 views) Re: upper control arm bushings Sign In You mean the control arm shaft? Once you get the control arm off the vehicle, remove the nuts on the shaft. Best way I have found to get the bushings out is to use an air hammer. Once you get one bushing out, you can slide the control arm shaft out and pop the other bushing out. A ball joint tool works well for popping in one of the bushings. Then you slide the shaft back in and press the other bushing into place. I usually use anti-seize on the bushings and control arm bore to aid in getting them in easier. If you have never done this before, you should let your local mechanic handle it. Replacing the whole arm is a whole lot easier if you don't mind spending more $$. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. (This post was edited by Discretesignals on Jul 10, 2011, 10:40 AM) Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 11, 2011, 2:37 AM Post #4 of 4 (4971 views) Re: upper control arm bushings Sign In I suffer from rust on the brain from around here. Had one on a Olds Cutlass Classic (last RWD one) had the control arm off and bushing plain fell out - NFG. Can't recall prices but could look it up. New whole thing wasn't that bad as I recall and came w a new ball joint too and both bushings. Didn't have much of a choice with that one. I've had to replace whole rear differentials because they as thick as they are were so bad they were unsafe! Frames fall to the ground. Brake and gas lines up the butt. Slowly town by town they are ceasing use of rock salt on the roads. Stuff should be outlawed, T   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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