Front Control arm bushing replacement

[Merv]

I think I have read every previous post on this topic, on most forums. Some are quite detailed and some not. My 68 911 (N) needs these bushings done done. I have the OEM ones from Pelican. I even have two new spare torsion rods that I was given.

A few quick questions if I may, to those who have done this.

1. How difficult is this at home? I have most tools and a decent two post Max Jax hoist.
2. I can see how the old bushings can be removed with a little heat, but to install the new ones, do I need any special tools, such as the ally pilot guide and rear lock on the UTube of Elephant Racing? Do I need a press to get the new ones on without such 'tools'?
3. In the removal and re-installation processes is the indexation difficult? I have a level/angle measurement gauge

Thanks for this. Any other tips welcomed!

Merv

[RSTarga]

I got the elephant rubber bushing kit and the car is as good as new. It comes with a special tool. It is not as easy as they say. I had my a arms and banana arms powdercoated to complete the job.
The while your in there syndrome sets in too.

[Merv]

Thanks David. I may end up getting a set from ER. I have already a set from Pelican and was wondering if anyone had ever fitted those, without the ER tools. I suspect the non-ER ones are a bit larger to allow easier fitting.

[chris_seven]

We use the OEM parts quite often and the price has just dropped slightly.

They are difficult but they can be fitted without tooling and we use some Castrol or similar rubber grease.

They need to fitted into the housings first and as they press onto the arm they will stretch to just about 50mm long.

If you need mandrels to push them into the housing you should find something suitable in a 1/2" drive socket set.

Once everything is cleaned up and ready it will take around 2 hours to do all 4 bushes so do expect a fight.

[Merv]

Thanks Chris - you are the first person to respond that way (I also posted on Pelican Forum). Much appreciated.

[9er]

If you dont buy the elephant ones Merv i can send you the tools and instructions and they may help you fit your Pelican ones.

[Merv]

Thanks for the PM Chris. The ones I have are from Pelican, and not OEM therefore and while appearing to be of good quality, they won't be as good as the ER set (at 10x the price). I am tempted to put the ones I have on and see how it goes.

[Merv]

If you dont buy the elephant ones Merv i can send you the tools and instructions and they may help you fit your Pelican ones.

That is very good of you Chris. Can I get back to you Monday. It is pouring rain here at the "Sunshine Coast" and could be a good day to get the car on the hoist and takeoff those A arms ...

[Merv]

Thanks again Chris Seven and Chris F. I decided (slow day) to bite the bullet and get the ER set. I will need to buy a large pipe clamp (that has a wind handle and not a pistol grip)!

[9er]

I borrowed one from a wood working friend.