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Old 09-08-2011, 05:37 PM
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Default Do I need to remove entire sway bar to replace bushings?

Cant seem to get the damn stock rubber one out. It's in great shape just stuck in there. Got bracket off. Cant pry rubber out.

Can I loosen end links to help relieve pressure? Suspension is not my strong suit.

It's the front ones.

Please advise. Thanks.
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If they're not cut you have to slide them off the ends.
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I removed my OEM bushings and replaced with poly bushings without removing or loosening end links.
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Got them out with some lube and strength. Having a really hard time with my new bushings because the brackets are so small. Can't get them to tighten all the way properly so I gave. Especially the driver side because of the metal bracket that shares the front mounting bolt.

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