69vetteL46

I bought a set of energy suspension t-arm bushings to replace my warn out originals. Any tips on how to remove the originals and install the nww ones?

mapman

69vetteL46,

My Corvette shop manual shows using an 11/16 drill to drill out the flared end of the bushing, removing the retainer plate and tapping the retainer out of the bushing. Then the bushings are removed by spreading with a chisel and tapping out of the arm. Severe rust may make removal difficult and the arm may try to spread during removal - "C" clamp to prevent spreading.

The shop manual shows using special tools to install and flare the new bushing. I think Eckler's (and others) carry these tools.

GTR1999

The originals are 2 rubber pieces sandwiched in between large washers and held by a tube flared on both ends. Once you have the arms off and on a bench you can grind off the flare on one side to hammer out the sleeve. You might have to use a hole saw to cut out the old rubber or they might just fall out.
I think you have poly replacements? I haven't used them so can't help you there, but if they're rubber you'll need a tool to flare the new sleeve over to retain them. The procedure is outlined in the GM service manual.
Good luck,
Gary