Most popular

Where do you change the bushing on a strut rod?

Where do you change the bushing on a strut rod?

That is your Strut Rod. You’ll notice one black rubber bushing on one side of where it bolts to your frame and one on the other. Although the bushings may look fine, they’re not, trust me. Unless they’ve been changed recently, change them. The bushing kit was $20 with my 40% discount at local auto parts store (Lordco)

How to replace strut rod bushings in npora?

Then cut the zip-ties and put the bolts back through the LCA and tighen. 9) Torque the nuts down to 100ft/lbs (FSM says 97-108ft/lb I believe, so whatever.)

Is it easy to replace upper control arm bushing?

This video will show you how to easily replace Upper Control Arm bushings (press the old ones out and press the new ones in with common tools). This job is fast and easy and can be done with basic hand tools and a ball joint or bushing press which you can rent for free at your local parts store.

How to install or replace front struts on any vehicle?

How to Install or Replace Front Struts on Any Vehicle! (Full Guide!) – YouTube How to Install or Replace Front Struts on Any Vehicle! (Full Guide!) If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations.

That is your Strut Rod. You’ll notice one black rubber bushing on one side of where it bolts to your frame and one on the other. Although the bushings may look fine, they’re not, trust me. Unless they’ve been changed recently, change them. The bushing kit was $20 with my 40% discount at local auto parts store (Lordco)

What kind of wrench do you need to replace a strut rod?

You’ll need the 15/16″ wrench as the torsion bars (or the bracket) won’t allow you to get a socket in there. 3) Remove the 2 bolts securing the Rod to the LCA. 19mm Wrench on the top of the bolt and 22mm Socket underneath to get the nut off.

Then cut the zip-ties and put the bolts back through the LCA and tighen. 9) Torque the nuts down to 100ft/lbs (FSM says 97-108ft/lb I believe, so whatever.)

How long does it take to replace front struts?

Plus, removing the rusty nut at the top of the strut could turn into a nightmare if the internal hex stripped out. But these days you can buy a complete strut assembly that eliminates the strut/spring/mount disassembly process. These assemblies allow you to replace both of your front struts yourself in less than two hours.

Author Image
Ruth Doyle