Energy Suspension Bushing Installation Guide
by:Kenrik
Sway Bar End Link
Purpose: Sway bar endlinks connect the ends of the sway bars to the struts.
Location: Attached to the swaybar and control arm.
Tools: 14mm Socket
Parts
Assembled
Install
Now do the other side!
Finished!
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Tension Rod
Purpose:
Location: Attached to the Control Arm and Powerbrace
Tools: 17mm Socket/Extension, Blow torch, Sawzaw, Hammer, Flathead Scredriver, File, and depending on the kit a press*
*press not required for the “new” 3pcs kit.
Parts
Bushing Removal:
Step one: Set the ***** on Fire!
Step Two: Cut the inner metal ring (do not cut the outer metal) with a Sawzaw in about four places
Step Three: Pound the inner ring out with a hammer and flathead
Step Four: Smooth the inside with a file and install grease
Step Five: Install bushings and center copper piece
Hmm… Burning rubber! Smells like a drift event!
Assembled
Install:
Reverse of removal
Now do the other side!
Finished!
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Lower Control Arm
Purpose:
Location: Attached to the front support, wheel, and tension rod
Tools: 17mm Socket, C Clamp, Torch, Screwdriver, Soap
Done! no press required!
Now do the other side!
Finished!