When you install the control arms on the frame do not tighten the control arm shaft nuts on the upper control arms or the nuts and bolts on the lower control arms until you have the engine and transmission mounted on the frame, otherwise you will damage the bushings and the rubber bump stops. A sleeve that has an opening to allow removal from the shaft must be used to back up the control arm when you are pressing in the bushing. Shop 1962 Ford Thunderbird Control Arm Bushings and get Free Shipping on orders over 149 at Speedway Motors. Then press the short bushing into the long side of the control arm. Next, install the control arm shaft with the large cup washer into the control arm. Start by pressing the long bushing into the short side of the upper control arm until it contacts the stops. The when pressing the bushings in the upper control arms, it’s important that the long end of the control arm shaft faces towards the rear of the car and the pusher sleeve fits tightly over the rubber of the bushing so you don’t push the bushing in crooked. Use a little WD-40 to help lubricate metal prior to pressing the bushing in the control arm. Also, clean off any paint that is in the holes of the control arms so the bushings will press in more easily. This allows you to press them in without bending the flange. PMT FABRICATION 1965-1976 FORD FULL SIZE GALAXIE 500 LTD MARK 4 T-BIRD PARK LANE TORINO FRONT CONTROL ARM KIT-BLACK POWDERCOAT Upgrade from your old stamped steel OEM suspension parts to our bulletproof tubular design. Use a sleeve that fits perfectly over the rubber bushing and rests on the flange of the bushing, when pressing the bushings into the control arms. While pressing the bushings in, go slow and do not press past the stops. The upper control arm bushings press from the outside to the inside, while the lower control arm bushings press from the inside to the outside. Looking at the bushings you will notice on the metal shoulder there are little bump outs, or stops that go around the shoulder to stop the bushings from being pressed in too far. Looking at the new bushings, the four that match are for the lower control arms, the two long bushings are for the short side of the upper control arms, while the two short bushing are for the long side of the upper control arms. (Small Block) or 550 lbs./in.While replacing the control arm bushings it’s best to have a helper hold the arms while you press in the bushings, especially the lowers because of the size of them. Works with factory or aftermarket control arms 1963 Ford Thunderbird Parts Suspension Front Suspension Classic Industries.This model specific Perfect Fit system allows you to retrofit an original, standard, heat-only 1961-1963 Thunderbird with full air-conditioning. Rear Seat Foam (1963 Thunderbird) 459.99. Provides full adjustment of shocks, springs & shock damping Custom Autosound 1961-1963 Ford Thunderbird USA-230 AM/FM Radio.If you are looking to achieve the perfect stance as well as gain a smoother, more consistent ride – Check out our complete vehicle specific Coilover Kits from Aldan American. Aldan coilovers are factory serviceable and fully rebuildable. Front coilovers from Aldan will lower 0.0-2.0″ when installed. Aldan coilovers are easy to install and include everything you need to bolt-on to your factory, or aftermarket control arms. Aldan coilovers are designed for an OEM like fitment that offer greater tunability and a wide range of ride height adjustment for the ultimate in suspension handling and performance.
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