Remove Control Arm Bushings W/OUT a Hydraulic Press | Chevy El Camino Restoration

Is it possible to remove control arm bushings without a press? Find out how we do it in the Budget Build Garage. We'll show you 2 easy (and cheap) ways to remove control arm bushings and how to install bushings without a hydraulic press. If you are looking to replace control arm bushings, whether it be how to replace upper control arm bushings, or how to replace lower control arm bushings watch this video first and save yourself time and money. We show you exactly how to press the old ones out and press the new ones in with basic hand tools. This job is fast and easy. Watch now to learn how to press bushings without a press, and what you'll need to remove control arm bushings without a press.

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[coreynorthup]

Taylor, this was legit. I just spent $6 at the hardware store, and used a socket and tools from the house. After about a week of trying to source proper tools to rent at the parts store. The second method took me like 10 minutes to remove both sides. Thanks.

[genematsushita]

Spent $100 on tools with no success and used your two methods and succeeded in a few minutes.

[dirkjeanis]

Another tip for you: Always set the moving part of the "press" against the side of the part you want to move. In the first example you had the clamp "reversed". I can't explain the physics but it does make a difference as the force is directly applied to the direction of movement.

[bertkutoob]

Thanks for posting. I'm helping a guy who has only marginally less mechanical skills than I do, matched only by the lack of bucks in his pocket.

We now have a decent idea of what we are getting into.

It seems straight forward enough but wish us luck.

[mayor]

You just saved me $75 on a bushing press. I take the wife out for dinner tonight with the extra coin in pocket. Thanks!

[josephfigueroa]

What I got from this is that with a long bolt, 2 washers, 2 sockets, and a nut I've got the ultimate bushing tool.

[jerrysmith]

Thumbs up for the Monkey D Luffy poster in back ground...as well as the great tips.

[michaelneale]

Thanks Taylor For This Top Tip, For Those Who Have Been Caught Short . Or can Not Afford Exspensive Tools .

[byronrichards]

Peace and Love
Thank you kindly for displaying your expertise and skill. This is a much needed skill/method for a diy'er like myself.
Stay dirty and efficient...

[altimatic]

this was helpful thanks.
I was able to get a bushing out of my rear lower arm without even removing the control arm

[jeremy]

I like that second idea definitely inventive I've always used a bench vice and sockets then added heat as necessary

[randylanhart]

NICE JOB!!! YOU'VE SHOWN ALOT OF PEOPLE A VERY EASY AND INEXPENSIVE WAY TOO GET AROUND THAT ISSUE. MY HATS OFF TOO YOU. I'VE SEEN ALOT OF INDIVIDUALS ON YOUTUBE WHO HAVE NO CLUE ABOUT WHAT THEY ARE SHOWING PEOPLE. A FEW CAN'T EVEN READ THE DIRECTIONS ON HOW TOO USE TOOLS THEY BUY. AND THEN THEY SAY THE TOOL IS JUNK AND THROW THE TOOL AWAY. SO TOO YOU I SAY KEEP IT UP....

[ryancraig]

Hey, this really helps, but I have one other question what is the size of that huge socket, and does that one socket helps with all bushing? I have a 04 isuzu rodeo.

[luisgamez]

Nice I need my bushings to my vehicle. Was dreading buying the whole control arm for 150 bux each but now I'm just spending 70 bux for both. Thanx guys.

[chriszablocki]

I ♥ subaru. I bought a control arm that came with a ball joint and brand new bushings prepressed today. For $110. And had it all replaced in like an hour and a half.

[toddmasse]

Cool. I have a Volvo 850 turbo that needs new bushings. Cheaper than new parts. Thanks.

[haastintsoh]

Wow Genius 🤔 thinking.Good Job
Saving $$$

[tonydavis]

When installing the bushing, it's important that you only apply force on the outer steel sleeve of the bushing; Pressing in on the inner sleeve of the bushing may result in it becoming torn from the rubber, thus destroying the bushing.

[adrienroy]

Clever. I'm gonna use the bolt method for my bushings on the jeep. Thanks, keep up the vids

[PimpedPrevia]

Thanks mate Got a bunch of bushings to remove, highly appreciate your video! Gonna help me tackle the job