After fighting this bushing for a while, I figured out this method to get it out withOUT the proper press. I used a pair of chisels to slightly open the spring eye so that the bushing sleeve almost fell out. Be careful removing the chisels - THEY FLY.

The polyurethane bushings went in much more easily.

For a seized bolt:


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Owner caption July 2003 · Photo 125 of 5000