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08-06-2013, 07:51 AM
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Drives: 12 2SS Synergy Camaro, 05 PontiacG6 Join Date: Dec 2011
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Subframe bushing removal
I have some pfadt solid subframe bushings and the instructions say to take a sawzall and cut through the stock bushings. The aluminum center cuts easy but going through the rubber SUCKKSSS! It wraps around the blade and acts like brakes.
So my dad comes up with idea of taking a spade bit and drilling into the side and down. Soo much easier! Just wanted to share an idea from a wise man. 
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08-06-2013, 08:01 AM
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Thank you I should be installing mine this weekend
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08-06-2013, 10:08 AM
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We still had to sawzall the center aluminum piece and went about half way into the rubber. We didn't try and fight it if it was grabbing though. Just push the spade to the outer edge so it's just tapping the metal casing. There's no chance of cutting the subframe when doing it this way also.
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08-06-2013, 12:40 PM
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Thank you
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ordered dec 15 2008 picked up on june 8 2009.
upgrades kooks 1 7/8" LTH w/ deleted cats, corsa exhaust, hurst short throw shifter stage 3 comp cam, 3.91 gears ecs kit blower, meth injection, upgraded axles, drive shaft, McLeod rxt clutch, fully forged 416ci stroker all installed and dyno tuned by slowhawk performance in bridgewater ma. |
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08-06-2013, 01:28 PM
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I just put a socket on the alignment post and used a propane torch and heated up the metal around the bushings to melt the glue holding them in. then jacked up the cradle into the socket and let the weight of the car press them out took about 3 mins each bushing.
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08-06-2013, 04:30 PM
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goes through rubber like butter with cutting fluid or wd-40, which you should have been using anyway.
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08-06-2013, 08:24 PM
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08-07-2013, 10:51 AM
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The sawzall/reciprocating saw method is what most of our customers do because it is generally pretty quick and easy to do. I have had some customers use a torch to heat them up to help get them out but a lot of guys are hesitant to go this route. Either way works so just go with whatever option you are the most comfortable with.
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08-07-2013, 01:08 PM
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I highly advise against the sawzall, one slip and you are cutting in to your subframe.
Use the propane torch, place a socket between the bush and body, and jack up the subframe as you heat the bushing, once the fiberglass reaches a high enough temp it will melt and drop a bit of goo, and poof, the bushing will slide right out. |
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08-23-2013, 08:45 AM
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09-03-2015, 11:36 PM
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I'm bringing this thread back to life as I'm thinking about doing this myself in the next couple ofmonths. I'd like more info on the heat way with the 1" socket on top. Looks real easy that way
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09-08-2015, 02:49 AM
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Use the Heat Method. Not if's and's or but's about it. Good luck
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