[Tigers] Leaf spring upper shackle bushing removal

[Tim Webster]

Does anybody have suggestions on how to remove the upper shackle bushing for
the leaf spring? This is the one that passes through the frame. On my car
the nut is on the outer end and has been removed. I have the bolt turning
but it seems that the 40 year old rubber bushing has it in a death grip as
far as extraction is concerned.

 

Liberal amounts of heat, oil and brute force have been to no avail.

Any suggestions?

 

Thank you,

 

Tim