How to remove axle from rear control arm, Rear Control Arm |
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How to remove axle from rear control arm, Rear Control Arm |
kaiserms |
Oct 28 2016, 09:52 PM
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MSKaiser Group: Members Posts: 26 Joined: 8-September 16 From: waterford, michigan Member No.: 20,378 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
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I removed the rear swing axles from my '73 914 to replace the bushings & wheel bearing and have powder coated. I have torched out 95% of the old rubber bushings but still can't budge the axle that goes through the center of the control arm. Do I need a stronger torch? Been using small cannister camp stove for torch fuel. Need some clear advice, Thanks, Kaiser |
Amphicar770 |
Oct 31 2016, 08:29 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,205 Joined: 20-April 10 From: PA, USA Member No.: 11,639 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
If you burn out enough of the bushing the shaft will essentially fall out. It takes a lot to burn them out. I used a propane torch and just propped it up so it kept heat on the bushings. As it started disintegrating I would move away the burnt bits with a screwdriver. Press would have been quicker but it eventually got the job done.
Make sure that they do not powdercoat the area where the new bushings insert. It is a very tight fit as is. |
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