Re: IML: 58 strut Bar Bushings

I'm not sure if the bushings are the same, but I bought a pair for my 300H at NAPA. They are easy to install. First jack up the car and support the frame with jack stands on both sides. Use a floor jack under the lower control arm because you may have to make vertical adjustments when bolting the rods back on. Remove the strut rod and old bushing by removing the large nut at the bushing first, then remove the bolts on the control arm and slide the rod backward out of the hole. I soaked my new bushings in hot water to soften them up first. Then I applied some liquid soap to the bushing before pushing them into the hole. The soap acts as a lubricant and won't affect the rubber. They are funnel shaped, and you just rock them in with a little force until the groove is seated in the hole. Then re-install the rod by sliding the front end of the rod into the bushing and putting the big nut on finger tight (don't forget those big washers). Then fasten the rod to the control arm and torque the bolts down, and then tigh ten up the big nut. Let it down, and enjoy.

Hope this helps,
Mark Souders
64 LeBaron
Mohrsville, PA

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Sent: Tue, 4 Sep 2007 5:04 am
Subject: IML: 58 strut Bar Bushings

Can anyone please advise were I can get 2 x L&R Front Strut Bar Bushings. These struts go from the lower control arms forward and bolt to the frame. The rubber bushing is pressed into the frame and the strut bar goes thru it. My second question is if I find these how do I press them into the frame.

Regards

Chris Wardle

58 Imp Crown Coupe