replacing upper rear suspension arms

[Gizmo150]

Thanks for the information. Much appreciated. Looks like I have to drop the exhaust to lower the sub-frame. More rusty bolts to contend with eh.

[Gizmo150]

Originally Posted by emm-gee-zed-tee

I used one of these to get the bushes out.
Came out a doddle...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2527341195...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I did make something like this but it stripped the treads. It may have worked if I used two nuts crimped together as that would have increased the contact area. So I'll just take it off and use the hacksaw, but thanks for the idea.

[Arctic]

I just thought i would add a couple of photos of upper arms and subframe i recently changed out due to arm rusting through, and to bring this thread up to the front.

I managed to get hold of a full subframe with upper and lower arm, also drop links, from David Bourne.

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He also gave me four rally good failsafe washers.
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Subframe was cleaned free of dust etc then sprayed a few times.
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Washer were give a few coats too.
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Then the whole subframe was fitted back onto the car.
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New springs were also added at the same time.