tubular-K, stock a-arms installation help or tips

[sc96cobra]

I'm in the process of installing a Paracing tubular-k member. I have the k-member in, but the problem is with the a-arms. I'm trying to install them with tie rods still attached. Is this possible? Also the a-arm bushing has a metal tube running through it. Can this be removed? I tried using a pickle fork on the tie rod but didn't have much luck. How hard do you need to hit them? Any tips or advise will be grateful.

Thanks
Dan

 

[MurdockSVT]

Why dont you replace the A arms as well? The only thing the k member swap will do is drop a few pounds, if you add the a arms you can put in a coilover set up.

and for some help, you most definitley need the metal sleeve in the rubber bushing. It will keep it from moving around or squishing in.

 

[sc96cobra]

Why dont you replace the A arms as well? The only thing the k member swap will do is drop a few pounds, if you add the a arms you can put in a coilover set up.

the only reason why I got the k-member is because my return line from my blower was leaking oil. I pulled the oil pan and had the fitting welded in.