Changing Radius Rod Bushings

**CanadianGoat** · 05-29-2009, 03:11 PM

I saw Sarge's write up and it is really good. I went to change mine out today but my 24mm socket doesnt really get much of the nut. Will I be able to use a deepsocket there? I dont have one to try is why Im asking.

Bob

**Sarge** · 05-29-2009, 03:17 PM

Yes. 24MM deep is what you need.

**CanadianGoat** · 05-29-2009, 03:25 PM

Thanks Sarge--I figured you would chime in!! I had read another write up and saw some pics of another one done and it looked like the guy was using a regualr socket--mine just wont go on enough--guess I'll have to make a trip to alowes tomorrow.

Bob

**CanadianGoat** · 05-29-2009, 03:39 PM

One more question---is it alright to reuse the original nut? Ive heard some people say to replace them and others that have reused.
And do you recommend a dab of locktite on the threads?

Bob

**Sarge** · 05-29-2009, 03:45 PM

I reused mine with locktite.

**CanadianGoat** · 05-29-2009, 04:03 PM

Thanks Sarge--Ill be doing mine tomorrow then.

Bob

**mark21742** · 05-31-2009, 01:34 PM

doing mine next weekend with bushings and springs.....i can't wait to see how it handles!
I guess I'll just printout the improved specs for the alignment shop........should any of the specs be changed with the 1.2" drop coils to get more out of it?

**CanadianGoat** · 05-31-2009, 07:14 PM

Did my bushings today--not too bad of a job. Seems to drive a bit better now--especially under braking. I used to get alot of steering wheel shake under braking and now its nice and firm.

Bob

**mark21742** · 05-31-2009, 10:12 PM

Originally Posted by CanadianGoat

Did my bushings today--not too bad of a job. Seems to drive a bit better now--especially under braking. I used to get alot of steering wheel shake under braking and now its nice and firm.

Bob

I'm doing a full frontend rebuild on mine. jacked it up and you can wiggle the wheel back and forth way too much.....its almost scary