Hey Elvis, minor point, they are called trailing arms, not trailer arms. 😉
Hope you get the bushings in with no problem. 👍
BTW: Just to be clear, did you get the rubber OEM-type bushings, or the poly ones?
Not the poly. I called Paragon tech, and they helped out. My new bushings are rubber, but might go with your guys Energy suspension. I found out I didn't totally remove whole bushing. The metal sleeve has to also come , which looks as rusty as every other part. Don't want to damage trailing arm so might just bite the bullet and go with your guys advice on Energy suspension. Do you use the standard bolt that goes through the bushing or something different. Thanks for clarifying the trailing arm verbal, much appreciated.
Not the poly. I called Paragon tech, and they helped out. My new bushings are rubber, but might go with your guys Energy suspension. I found out I didn't totally remove whole bushing. The metal sleeve has to also come , which looks as rusty as every other part. Don't want to damage trailing arm so might just bite the bullet and go with your guys advice on Energy suspension. Do you use the standard bolt that goes through the bushing or something different. Thanks for clarifying the trailing arm verbal, much appreciated.
If the trailing arm bolt has never been removed, the original bolt is best. It is tapered to an extent, the correct length and strength. Also has the cotter key hole for the castelated nut. F.Y.I. They are a Real Bear to get back in. Suggestions for reassembly can be given later. If the outer sleeve is in good condition, it does not need to be removed. Just insert the bushing and inner sleeve.
Yes the outer sleeve is good. I have new bolt that came with rubber bushing kit . Seen video on installing bolt using dental floss . Anything special about installing Energy suspension bushings. Thanks
Have had any experience with removing outer sleeve, I haven't given up on the rubber bushings just yet. Thanks
I have not needed to remove the outer sleeve, so no experience there. I used a wire and fishing line on my bolt. If you use Energy product, use the supplied grease.
Thanks for help. 👍
Any time. We're ALL here to help one another. See ya at the next gathering.
That's why I'm doing the work in winter in Illinois, so hopefully can make it.🚖