Poly Front Leaf Spring Bushings

raleighstang65

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Apr 11, 2008

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• Apr 11, 2008

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I installed the front poly bushings from a kit just like this one on my 65.

http://www.mustangsplus.com/xcart/product.php?productid=1050&cat=2132&page=1

The problem is that the bushings are too wide to fit where the leaf spring attaches to the car. The springs are Grab-A-Trak 4 1/2 leaf springs. Has anyone else had this problem? If I have to trim off a little of the width and hammer it in, how tight is too tight? If I really have to hammer it home will this cause binding and problems?

 

iskwezm

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Apr 11, 2008

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• Apr 11, 2008

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I used to heat up poly bushing in warm(hot) water if they were too tight.

 

raleighstang65

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Apr 11, 2008

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• Apr 11, 2008

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thanks for the tip. I got the passenger side in this evening... basically beat the dog snot out of it!! will definately try the water trick for the drivers side.

 

73vertstang

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Apr 11, 2008

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• Apr 11, 2008

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I just read in Mustang Monthly "How to" section, to coat the bushings in white grease before install. It makes install easy and also protects the bolts from rust.
Take a look:

http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto..._rearend_and_suspension_upgrade/photo_26.html

 

nemlio65

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• Aug 16, 2009

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I Had the same problem and utilized the same solution a 5 lb sledge and some lube.I think they desinged it to have a tight fit to prevent unwanted deflection...I.M.H.O. But yeah it's crazy tight.......

 

JonK

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Aug 17, 2009

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• Aug 17, 2009

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Mine weren't that difficult on my '67 to get in but I lubed the heck out of them with dielectric grease to avoid squeeks (none in 6+mos. of driving) but mine were Energy brand. As far as I could tell and find by research it's the same grease that comes in the little squeeze tubes that comes with the bushings, they just don't give you enough. I picked up a big tube at the parts store.
Jon

 

GONDO79

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Aug 19, 2009

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• Aug 19, 2009

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Dude i just did that to my ride.I have a 64 and installed the energy suspension kit. I used lots of grease,a C clamp and a rubber mallet. Check out one of my threads to see recommendation I was given.

 

GONDO79

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Aug 19, 2009

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• Aug 19, 2009

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I removed the metal ring on the inside of the leaf srping eye. I removed it with the flat head screwdriver and a hammer.

Again, DONT BE SHY ON USING LOTS OF GREASE! The small amount that come in the kit isnt enough. i learned the hard way lol

GOODLUCK!!!

 

nemlio65

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• Aug 22, 2009

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I just took the rear end and springs out of my 67 fastback and I noticed the front pearches are tight.I will have to bend the outer tab out of the way to get the new bushings and springs to fit...Has anyone cut that tab and relocated to get an easier fit?Does anyone have a pic of there install of poly bushings?....