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Re: FW: HELP!! Need Advice on trailing arm bushing replacement



> In the middle of a driveway replacement of the drivers side trailing arm
> inside bushing.
> 
> Does this require any special tools, like a press maybe, to get the new
> bushing into the trailing arm?  Everything was going well until I started to
> reassemble the tight little bugger, and before I get really aggressive with
> a sledge, I'm hoping to get a little BTDT advice.  Anyone?

I think I used a vise, but the stuff was off the car.  I would try
things like big C-clamps and washers before the big hammer comes out. 
less likely to bend something.

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Huw Powell

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82 Audi Coupe; 84 4kq; 85 Coupe GT
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