One method that works for sure is to use a propane torch or other suitable
heat source and melt off the bushings. I have had to do this a number of
times to salvage A - arms from parts cars. Of course, I wouldl't do it on a
good car unless I was planning to repaint the frame.
At 06:18 PM 08/01/2000 -0500, Tyson Sherman wrote:
>I am trying to remove the lower control arms on my
>77 Midget. I have the spring removed already. I
>have removed two nuts on the inner bolts. However
>I cannot get the bolts on the big end to come out.
>
>Any hints? I have soaked them in PB Blaster. I
>have tried heat (PB Blaster and bushings are
>flammable - had a water bottle handy). Is heating
>and banging on them the only way to remove them?
>
>I won't even begin to worry about the fulcrum pin
>just yet....
>
>Thanks
>
>--
>Tyson Sherman
>mts3@ra.msstate.edu
>http://www.tecinfo.com/~tsherman
>
Regards,
Bob Spruck
Sharpsburg, GA
' 67 Midget Vintage Racer
' '72 Midget Weekend Car
4 parts cars in the woods
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