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How to Replace Worn Axle Pivot Bushings | 1995 Ford F150
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8 жыл бұрынSo in this video, I take on the seemingly daunting task of replacing the axle pivot bushings in my truck. Good news! It's not has hard or long of a repair as you think. As usual, the repair was done to my 1995 Ford F150 2wd.
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The axle pivot bushings are where the i-beams or twin traction beams attach to the underside of these trucks. The mounts are attached and located under the engine cradle/crossmember. The OEM bushings are rubber and crack and wear out. This usually results in vibrations, clunking noises, misaligned suspension, odd tire wear, and sloppy steering.
To replace them, you jack up the front of the truck making sure the jack stands aren’t positioned under the I beams or radius arms. This allows the suspension to droop or relax to full extension. Remove the wheel and tire. Place the jack under the hub assembly on the side you plan to replace first. Then unbolt the top of the shock and the top of the coil spring. This will loosen the I-beam assembly enough to make things easier. Then unbolt the axle pivots and pry the ends of the I-beams down. If you plan on replacing the OEM bushings with another set of rubber OEM bushings, then you will need to use a ball joint press and press the metal sleeve and bushing out.
If you are replacing the bushing with a polyurethane bushings then you need to dig the rubber portion of the bushing out. Scrape out as much as you can. A torch helps burn the rubber and loosen it. Once the rubber is scrapped out, use a ball joint press to insert the new poly bushings.
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@Ty-tie_FTW 6 ай бұрын
By far, the easiest to follow along video that isn't annoying to watch. Thank you and excellent job!
@TheMinuteMasters 6 ай бұрын
Thanks man!🤙 I appreciate it!
@jasontetterton6900 7 жыл бұрын
I get so frustrated when I'm working on something like thisthat I can't even imagine taking the time to stop and record what's happening. Thank you for having the patience and wherewithal to actually document the work you're doing! It's been very helpful!
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Jason Tetterton Thanks! It does take a little more patience and it lengthens repair time. Glad you like it!
@noonespecific9463 4 жыл бұрын
What Jason Tetterton said, I’m the same about getting frustrated , especially when it comes to anything automotive. So as he said, taking the time to film and explain as you go through the process has to be tough frustration wise. So thanks very much for taking the time to do so!
@damonrice8469 9 ай бұрын
With all that said!!! He never show some of the actual hard work to get the parts in, just enough for content for youtube. Im a tech, and i know some folks would love to see some of the hard work it takes to do and simple bushing install without all the flapping of the gums. 😢😢😢😢😢 Good videos but Real world, show some hard task too. Ijs.
@j.r.thompson5950 4 жыл бұрын
Steve, you understand my plight since you are keeping you truck going. I admire that.
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
J. R. Thompson Thanks JR! I’ll keep the old girl running as long as a can. I hope that one day she will be a real head turner.
@valsarff6525 Ай бұрын
Very helpful. Great lighting on the views, to the point and no unnecessary small talk. Awesome job!.
@TheMinuteMasters Ай бұрын
Thanks man!!
@jlowe7710 5 жыл бұрын
Repair shop said 3.5 hours, took me 45 minutes and saved $1300
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
j lowe Winning!!👍 Good job man!
@deniecaballard4646 Жыл бұрын
Lots of repair shops are a total rip off. They're only out for a huge profit. They don't care what kind of financial situation you are in. Pure GREED!!!
@wilfredomaldonado1779 7 ай бұрын
@@deniecaballard4646la mayoría de los talleres son bien ladrones te cobran un ojo de la cara y aun asi te hacen una mierda de trabajo yo lleve una troca a un taller que se llama serratos por el arreglo de una transmisión y la verdad el trabajo no me gustó me dijieron 2 Semana y se tardan 4 y luego regreso por que la troca tirando aceite y luego la regreso y a pagar otro dinero extra y se tardan otras 2 semanas en total el costo fue de como de $ 3800 la verdad son una basura de taller tienen a personas incompetent para trabajar el taller se llama serratos la transmisión no sale con fuerza la troca coorre pero muy lenta y el motor tiene todo nuevo adentro haci que mas creo que a la transmisión no le cambiaron todo lo que ocupa
@j.r.thompson5950 4 жыл бұрын
Good job Steve, Great tips on how to do it. Myself I would of cleaned and painted with a rust proof paint, but that is me. wanting to keep metal protected from road chemicals. Fantastic job, thanks for sharing.
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
J. R. Thompson Thanks JR! I thought about painting the I-beams but I just knew a quick spray can job would flake off after a year. One day, I’ll pull them up and paint them properly. If you have the time, I would!🤙
@Wyatt_K 3 жыл бұрын
about to replace my radius arm bushings and axle pivot bushings on my 91 f150. thank you for your videos, they also helped me install my tinted windows!
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Definitely easier to do both types of bushings at the same time. No problem man!🤙 I appreciate it! Glad I could help ya out! Thanks for watching!
@noonespecific9463 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video, I have to do this today and watching this gave me enough info that I think I can do it no problem. I have everything tore completely down as I’m doing new ball joints and the front differential had been leaking grease bad , so I took it out to clean up and reseal. One thing I would like to note, the yellow tank you called propane is actually map gas. Map gas can wreak your torch head if it’s one made for propane. If your torch head is rated for map gas though you get things heated up faster with the map gas as it burns hotter than regular propane.
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
No problem man! 🤙 Nice! You have a decent project on your hands. I’m glad I could help you with it. You are exactly right! I mix the names up sometimes. I definitely prefer map gas to propane.
@PnwOnTour 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the collar sleeve tip I would’ve never checked my balancer installer kit for it and it worked, I melted the inner sleeve of bushing out and most rubber🔥 very carefully saw zalled the outer sleeve in two cuts, hammer 🔨 and screwdriver it popped out, then grade 8 bolt to Install with various washers, I’m small so I didn’t jack it up, did use the ratchet strap tip also to get hole 🕳 aligned for the bolt 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I used the $6 autozone bushing it’s driving so much better with new radius 🦴 bushings too
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Gmguy3car No problem man! 🤙 Glad I could help! You definitely did all the right things to get the job done!
@jnugent4750 7 жыл бұрын
You got lucky on those. On my 67 I had to get the steel sleeve out. Cut it in half with a dremel and peeled it out. SUPER fun.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
J Nugent Yeah that does sound like fun! lol That's why I did the polyurethane bushings!
@bobbywren123 Жыл бұрын
While changing Oil, I noticed mine are pretty much Gone.Glad you did this Video
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
It happens to everyone. Once you replace them, you will see a huge difference.
@marquellane7351 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks got straight to the point 👍 very helpful
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! 🤙 I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for watching!
@Finance1979 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice, this video is perfect
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Brian Chan No problem man! 🤙 Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!
@jbrou123 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the lesson. I will be rebuilding the entire front end on my F150. All bushings and ball joints. I was worried most about removing the spring, but it seems like you can remove it without a spring compression tool.PS. I have a '95 with 325,000 miles. Same color as yours, but extended cab and Flare Side.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm glad you liked it! Yes, the spring can be removed if you let the suspension fully extend. Unscrewing the nut at the top of the shock is the trick though. Nice! Just when I thought my truck was the only purple one around! Keep her running!
@jbrou123 7 жыл бұрын
I got it done! Removing the top nut on the shock wasn't hard. I had put new shocks a couple of years ago. It took a 9/16 socket on the nut, and a 3/4 wrench on the shock body itself. But it has to be one that is thinner on the open end to fit between the shock and the washer/bushing. Good thing I had a cheep wrench that fit.That color is one of the reasons I bought the truck. I had a fender bender a few years ago and found that the color is called Bright Sapphire Metallic. I plan on doing a lot of work on restoring this truck. Don't see many Ford Flare sides around many more.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
jbrou123 Awesome! You have the right idea! Keeping the shock from spinning is the trick. Yes! Bright Sapphire Metallic! I really think it's an underrated color. Automotive Touch up sells it in spray cans. I plan on painting my truck that way. True! The flare side are rare. In a few more years they should become very sought after trucks.
@suebaker4661 8 күн бұрын
Late for the party, I have the 95 purple flare side too, great channel to come to, with 240,000 there is plenty of work to do.
@patrickphippspa584 6 жыл бұрын
Steve: You're a natural at this buddy! I dig your confidence and intelligence. The front of the 95 F-150 is just starting to clunk around a bit so, I'll be hitting the same things myself soon. I appreciate the time you take and took to make high quality videos. They really are a huge cut above virtually everything else I see. Niceeeeeeee!
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Patrick PhippsPA Thanks Patrick! I really appreciate!! That’s exactly what I set out to do with this channel. Tackle the common problems whether easy or hard and show you guys how to do it with clear video and audio. I’m glad you enjoyed it! Please share with other people who might be interested!👍
@j.l5048 6 жыл бұрын
The easiest and fastest way is to NOT remove anything but the bolt. Raise the truck by the frame where the tire just touches and set it on a jack stand at the frame. Take a jack and place it under the beam towards the middle. Loosen the bolt, drop the beam (you may have to wedge it down with a crowbar) put a 2x4 in between so you have room to remove the bushing. I replaced mine with a factory style Moog bushing and took a air hammer to remove the sleeve. Used a ballpoint press to put the new one in. Remove 2x4, use the jack to put beam back in place and install bolt and nut. Doing it this way it only took 45 mins tops. With the poly bushing this would be a 20 minute job.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
I thought about doing this way but thought it would be hard to pry the I-beam down. How hard was it to pry down?
@j.l5048 6 жыл бұрын
Easy, a small pry bar is more then enough. Trust me done this on the side of road a few times. It's gravy work. One bolt and it's a done deal. All I own is "old" Ford I-beam trucks, I'll shoot a video when I do my Lightning, it's super easy. I'll be doing the 93 Lightning front end soon and I'll take a video for you and your viewers. The stealerships have you do it the hard way....
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
F[]ck Perry Nice! If I ever have to do this again, I’ll definitely try it! It makes sense though considering how simple the I-beam suspension is.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Perfect! Just throw a link in the comments so I can check it out!👍
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
hellion2k I used the pickle fork to get mine out because I couldn’t rent the press. I’d say, rent every possible tool for ball joint removal. Some work better than others. Then have at it! 👍
@dennissecor8092 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video thank you, great job!
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dennis!!🤙 I appreciate it!
@dennissecor8092 2 жыл бұрын
Im doing mine right now, just wanted to watch your video again, great job!
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
@@dennissecor8092 Nice! Good luck and take your time. Thanks Dennis!🤙
@willwork2fish261 2 жыл бұрын
Man I wish we could see you do it… thanks for the video! It does help
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I wish I owned a tripod then so that you could see me press the bushing in.
@willwork2fish261 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters yeah I understand man, no worries… I’ve gotta see it be done or I’ll never get it 😂
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
@@willwork2fish261 Thanks man!🤙 I get ya. I’m partially a visual learner too.
@willwork2fish261 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters and why the heck are cover lays so expensive! Lol
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
@@willwork2fish261 I have no idea but it could be the type of material. Lol They’ve definitely paid off the vacuum molds by now.
@Gruma34 2 ай бұрын
Did these and a bunch of other front end work over the past week. Videos were super helpful, so thanks Stevie! Took it to get it aligned though and there's still a ton of play in the pivot spot. Shop said the bushings were probably shot not knowing I replaced them. Anyone know what might be going on here?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 ай бұрын
You are most welcome! I would ask where the “play” was. Was the excess play at the bushing, the axle pivot bracket, etc.
@rme5531 7 жыл бұрын
just did my daughters bronco. I applaud to you for doing the job and recording it as you did it. BTW like you said, yes you can do it, it's actually not that dificult.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
R Me You're welcome! Glad you gave it go! Right! I was kind of in the same boat like everyone else, worrying about how difficult it was going to be. I was so surprised how easy it was! Thanks for watching!
@David88375 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!!!
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!🤙
@Vothtrucks 6 жыл бұрын
Kid......You make a better video and explain things in such a great way....amazing pre-prep work and teaching without a bunch of BS and fanfare. I wish I had an apprentice like you....to pass my skills and secrets down to. You ever want to know anything about special effects...architecture.... steampunk ...let me know. ( Old guy now )
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
jr johnston Thank you so much! I appreciate it! I’m glad you liked it! I honestly wish there were more people passing on these skills. Some of the trades are dying. Thanks! I’ll keep you in mind!
@mno676 5 жыл бұрын
My bushing is shot I'm glad to see I dont need to drop the whole damn axle to get this done
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
mno676 I know right! Otherwise this would be a total pain to do.
@acl937 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the videos. However, it would be helpful if you would show the work to disassemble and reassemble the suspension areas. Yes it will make the videos a little longer but it will show unexpected problems you may run into which are huge teaching moments and provide your viewers with the extra help they need to complete the job by showing the whole process.
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%! I’ve actually change the way I film my videos, and now I include all the work.🤙
@JohnKaufmann 8 жыл бұрын
damn fine video!!
@TheMinuteMasters 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@cynicustv 2 жыл бұрын
Which size bolt do you guys have for your pivot bushing? 1/2” or 5/8” bolt? Because I can’t figure out which bolt my ‘96 F150 2WD 4.9L requires? Can’t find the info I need anywhere on the net.
@bigbellyrebuilds2778 4 жыл бұрын
Good job
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!🤙
@bobbywren123 2 жыл бұрын
I would never have tried this, if I hadn't watched your video.
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear Bobby! Aren’t you glad you did it yourself?
@erikachirinos2648 7 жыл бұрын
graciasusare este video, de manera informaivo para mostrarlo en mi empresa.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Erika chirinos De nada!
@bryanorengo1567 Жыл бұрын
This channel has potential bro keep it up
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
Thanks man!🤙
@virgilwhite3074 7 жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy to this point! I have a 1995 4x4 ranger and need to replace the pivot bushings too, plus the radius arm bushings. I wish my 4x4 was as easy as yours but I am very leary about it. After dropping the front axle I am not sure if I will need to take it apart with concerns for the 4x4 gears. If I only need to drop it, then ok. But if I need to take the axle apart, that is what I worry about with being an amature mechanic! Any advice would help.
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I guess there's a bit of finesse needed to do this job that doesn't come through the video. Anyway, I must confess I have never worked with the front axles of a 4x4. However, if the axle shafts don't restrict the movement of the I beams for repairs, then you don't need to mess with them. At most you may need to unbolt the front driveshaft. If you do need to remove the front axle shafts, they typically unbolt at the CV joints. After that, they slide out. My advice, give the repair a try. The worse that could happen is you discover you can't do the job and there is nothing wrong with that. It's worth trying though.
@virgilwhite3074 7 жыл бұрын
Well, the reply gave me the push to get it all jacked up and take a thorough inspection the previous night. The 4x4 is just as simple other than to disconnect the 4x4 drive shaft!! Simple enough! I had taken my truck to firestone to get the wheels balanced and they gave me an estimate over $2000 just to change the Pivot & radius arm bushings alone. I have a lifetime alignment w/ them for this truck. I think they wanted to make up some of their labor money!! Thanks for the kick in the butt!
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Virgil White Hey, not problem! I do these videos so people don't have to pay a mechanic a ton of $$$ for something that can be done at home. Glad it worked out! Thanks for watching!
@randallcarney1216 3 жыл бұрын
Superduties still use twin I beam suspension ,it is tough and rock solid forged steel !
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
You are right! The twin I beam can take a beating. As long as the bushings are in good shape, it will be a smooth ride too.🤙
@chasedemers5151 4 жыл бұрын
1. It's called a twin traction beam suspension 2. You DO NOT have to remove the coil spring from the beam, the big 1 1/8th nut does not need to come off 3. Dont remove the top of the shock off it's much more difficult to get to. If the shock isn't new corrosion can seize it up. Remove the bottom bolt instead. It's easier to get to and re-install as well
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Chase DeMers So it’s a twin traction beam if it’s 4wd and I beams when it’s 2wd. I agree, looking back, I wouldn’t remove the coil spring. I’d just unbolt the top. Yes, on a rusted shock I would remove the lower bolt but my shocks are in good condition. So I can take the top bolt off.
@chasedemers5151 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your response, also I'm not ragging on your work, I'm just adding to possibly help out anyone looking to do this job especially since that coil spring nut can be a chore
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Chase DeMers No problem man!🤙 I appreciate it man! I didn’t think you were. You made good points and I like having them in the comments for people to read. I’m lucky that I have an impact gun to remove that huge coil spring nut. But to your point it, some people won’t have an impact gun and that nut is a pain to get off the first time. Anyway, thanks for watching man! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
@LordKenjii Жыл бұрын
Hey man, great vid. I’m going to do this on my Bronco. Have you ever thought about doing a body mount vid? There’s some out there but I’d like to see your spin on it if you’re game.
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
Thanks man!🤙 I have. Unfortunately I replaced the body mount bushings for the radiator support. The cab body mounts are original. They look to be in descent shape so I haven’t touched them. But I’ll definitely keep them in mind for a feature video.
@orezamora8018 5 жыл бұрын
Quick question, if you had to do it all over again, would you still go with the polyurethane bushings, or would you go back to stock. Any regrets with the polyurethane? Squeaks? Harsh ride?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Ore Zamora I would definitely use the polyurethane bushings again. They are easier to install, if you grease them well they won’t squeak, and I really don’t think it made much of a difference in the ride quality either. The benefits are great though. The polyurethane bushings will last longer and don’t break down when they come into contact with oils and fuels. So yeah, definitely a polyurethane bushing fan!🤙
@erikachirinos2648 7 жыл бұрын
de todos los cambios de bujes que he visto, me ha gustado este, donde el mecanico no es esta sucio...
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Erika chirinos ¡Gracias! Me gusta mantener las cosas limpias.
@jelly7503 Жыл бұрын
That was map gas, great video.
@jimbascombe7707 5 жыл бұрын
When I knew I had to do mine I sprayed it for a week with penetrating spray ( PBR blaster ) for three days first. Makes it a lot easier to remove the nuts.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Jim Bascombe Nice! That’s always the best strategy!🤙
@mikedoingmikethings702 6 жыл бұрын
I’m getting ready to do this bushing swap, but why did you left out the most important part? The part you slide in the new bushing to the arm 😩😩😩 Thanks bro!
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Guns and Autocross It just presses in like a ball joint, but easier. I recommend renting a ball joint press or make home brew set up I showed in the video. It’s really simple. You’ll do fine! Good luck!
@brandonruhl4525 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters with the ball joint tool was it easy to press in?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@brandonruhl4525 With an actual ball joint press it’s pretty easy. My homemade ball joint press was a little weird to use but it did the trick.
@cleanassfrd3703 6 жыл бұрын
I’ve replaced all four ball joints with moog brand joints, and I’ve got inner and outer national brand bearings and seals. I’ve also replaced my radius arm bushings, inner and outer. I’ve got this horrible popping sound coming from somewhere under the front end, and I can feel it in my foot when I turn and sometimes brake. Could this be the culprit?
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Gabriel Bray The axle pivot bushings could be the culprit, but the only way to know is to check. Jack up your truck and let the suspension fully sag down. Then check the bushings and Shane them. I would also check your steering link and ti rod ends. Those can wear out and pop during steering.
@alphaclean3364 3 жыл бұрын
Just did my bushings, but the 4x4 was a little tougher to get at. I got into a weird mood and installed the new poly bushings without totally cleaning the rubber residue from inside the metal sleeve. I'll let you know if that causes me problems in the future.
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Haha! Well as long as most of the old rubber is out, I don’t think it’s going to cause any real issues. Sounds good man!🤙
@alphaclean3364 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters Yeah I'm not sure the bushing is even supposed to rotate much in that outer sleeve. Looks like most of the pivot comes from the inner race. If it does somehow wreck the bushing, at least now I know how to fix it. Thank you again for this content!
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@alphaclean3364 You are right. The bushing itself doesn’t rotate. It bolt rotates inside the bushing race. So you should be good! No problem man!🤙 I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
@fosgate375 9 ай бұрын
nice video but i wish you had shown just how you pressed the sleeve of the bushing out after you removed the rubber.
@TheMinuteMasters 9 ай бұрын
Unfortunately you leave the sleeve I place with the poly bushings. I will be film a video on how to replace the stock bushing with a stock rubber bushing which will involve taking the old sleeve out.
@scottdallaire7609 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Scott Dallaire You’re welcome!🤙
@darmikela 8 жыл бұрын
So... The the back I beam bent at all near the bushing? Mine is, and I'm trying to figure out why. It's lifted so it has drop brackets. Maybe bend the brackets to the beam?
@TheMinuteMasters 8 жыл бұрын
So one I beam bolts onto a bracket in front of the other I beam. That beam runs straight to the center of the wheel well. The second I beam is behind the front one. If the second I beam was to run straight out to the edge of the vehicle it would be off center of the wheel well. To correct for this, the second I beam is bent so that it can line up center with the wheel well. So a bent I beam is ok.
@dank6408 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Was able to press the inner sleeve out, but prying the rubber out seems to take forever- how far do you heat the rubber up? Burning?
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Dan K No problem! That’s good! So I the rubber had the usual cracks, so the inner sleeve came out fine. Now, I think I almost set the bushing on fire. Then I pried at it and it came out in chunks. Once the majority was out, I took the torch to it again. I used a long razor blade to scrape what little was left. Once it’s down to just paper thin pieces left, you can sand the rest out. You should be able to get it pretty smooth.
@dank6408 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for quick reply! No worries about damaging outer sleeve when prying?
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Dan K No problem man!🤙 So the outer sleeve is pretty sturdy but my advice is to treat it careful. Better to burn the rubber than to pry really hard on the outer sleeve.
@Me-dh5go 13 күн бұрын
Great videos but torque specs please and include if there's any procedure for torquing, such as having the full weight of the truck in order to torque
@TheMinuteMasters 12 күн бұрын
Thanks man! I can’t quite remember the torque spec but I think it was over 100 ft lbs. I used a Haynes manual to source all of my torque specs. I always torque it with the vehicle off the ground and then retorque it with the vehicle on the ground later just to be sure .
@justinkiser3482 Жыл бұрын
Any chance you have an autozone part number for those bushings? Id like to make sure they are the same as what I’m looking at. Might be different being that my 94 is 4wd, but I’m unsure.
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
I don’t. I bought my set online and verified the manufacturer part number with the listing on the website.
@hallhouse5098 5 жыл бұрын
I replaced my upper and lower ball joints a few months ago because I had some play in them and my inside edge of tires wear quickly. I just got new tires and my van feels more squirrely than ever especially when I hit the brakes it jumps side to side a bit and feels pretty scary. I checked my pivot arm and radius arm bushings and they look pretty good to me. Put a pry bar on them all and they did not seem like they had much play at all. I’m going to replace them anyways because something is amiss . Although my sway bar bushings inside the radius arms look shot. I will replace them as well. I doubt the sway bar bushings would cause what I’m experiencing or would it? I’ll check my shocks as well. My van is. 2007 Ford e250. It’s heavily loaded with tools as I’m a contractor. I’m also wearing the inside edges of the rear tires and it seems my rear springs are sagging as well. I got rid of a very heavy Weatherguard flat tool box that weighed a couple hundred pounds it seems. I may replace my rear springs and shocks then just replace the front springs, shocks and bushings. My tie rods seem okay but it seems I have a little side to side slop coming from my steering gear box which is the only play I can get out of the front end. Thinking about this I may replace the shocks first and see how that does then just do the springs and all the bushings to play it safe. My van has almost 190,000 miles Sonora time for a whole rebuild IMO.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Hall House If you’re bushing are all pretty much good. Then I would get change the front suspension first. Replace the coils and shocks. Once those are replaced, I would get a front end alignment. That should take care of the squirreliness. As for the rear, I’ve never heard of rear tires wearing weird. I would first make sure your van isn’t overloaded. Second, I would make sure the tire pressure is good. Then I would consider the leaf springs and shocks. If you are on a budget, replace only the shocks both front and rear. They will band aid the problem until you can replace the coils and leafs. I hope this helps. Weird tire wear is usually alignment, tire inflation, or shocks.
@LPWSzzz 5 жыл бұрын
There’s different bushings that I got that are like the oe style so I would have to get that metal sleeve out or get what you got
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
DEATHMETALDUDE 666 Yeah the oem are rubber with the metal sleeve attached. The poly bushings go inside the old oem bushing sleeve.
@LPWSzzz 5 жыл бұрын
The Minute Masters yeah I’m considering just getting what you got unless I take the whole Ttb apart but I rather do it the way you did, wouldn’t it be nice if we had solid axles, and the fact if you need to take the pumpkin apart is laughable, I have a 96 bronco so feel your pain lol or will soon
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
DEATHMETALDUDE 666 The poly bushings are so easy to install. So I definitely recommend them. Yeah solid axles would be nice but I do like the ride of the ttb. Nice! I love a good bronco!🤙
@nicklk132 5 жыл бұрын
This is a stupid question but does my truck have more than 1 axle pivot bushing? The shop told me I need to replace mine but I'm not sure if there's a front or rear?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Kino650 Yup! You have a left and a right axle pivot bushing. They are both in the front. No axle pivot bushing in the rear.👍
@chandoncarter5835 Ай бұрын
Does anyone have a link to a kit that includes all the front end bushings and mounts for the clip,all suspension,sway bar, all front end bushings like a complete kit
@TheMinuteMasters Ай бұрын
Unfortunately no one makes a complete kit that I’m aware of. I bought all of my bushing individually from either Prothane or Energy Suspension.
@78BroncoOscar95 5 жыл бұрын
Hey steve! There is creaking noises everytime i turn the steering wheel. I can also hear them when i hit the brakes. These noises are especially noticeable when turning and braking at very slow speeds. Also of i stand on the side of the truck and shake the truck with a lot of force, the same creaking can be heard. When i took my truck to the shop he said to replace all the bushings would be like $3000. If i were to replace these same bushings that you do here on this video, do you think it will solve the problem? Or its a matter of replacing em one by one until the problem goes away? Thank you for your guidance.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
oscar valdez Unfortunately, anything in the suspension can cause noise. Braking and turning put extra strain on a lot of components. However, replacing bushings is a good start. Even if you didn’t have any noises, replacing bushings is a good thing to do. So I’d first inspect the axle pivot bushings and then the radius arm bushings. Look for missing pieces/junks and too much movement. If you feel the least bit suspicious, change them. I would also inspect your steering links. They should be tight but move smoothly. Lastly, check your balk joints. You can do this by jacking up one side at a time so the wheel + tire hangs freely. Grab the top of the tire with one hand and the bottom of the tire with your other. Wiggle the wheel+tire back and forth. If you get more than an 1/8 inch of wiggle. Your ball joints need changing. Anyhow, inspect everything and be sure to tug and wiggle things. Otherwise, it’s best to replace one part at a time to see what solves your problem. There is no need to shell out $3000 all at once to stop a noise. I hope this helps!👍
@luissarabia419 5 жыл бұрын
You probably fixed it already but for a customer car it was the front shock bushings that made the noise that you are describing just FYI swap the shocks and went away
@RandyWBrown 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely ball joints
@noonsterdad 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I'm trying to purchase the prothane bushing you show. Amazon only shows one that is labeled for the rear. What model number is it and what's the best source? I'm doing the radius arm bushing and it makes sense to do both.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Lynn Noonchester No problem man! 🤙 6605 is the part number on Prothane’s website. So feel free to buy them from who ever. I like getting parts through Amazon because of Prime shipping. Yeah it’s definitely worry while doing both.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Lynn Noonchester That part number is for a 2wd 1995 f150. I’d go to Prothane’s website to verify the part you need.
@noonsterdad 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters watch from Amazon with prime. Thanks so much!
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Lynn Noonchester No problem man! Good luck!🤙
@chapekfabrication2975 5 жыл бұрын
The rubber in my pivot and radius bushings are pretty much non existent 😂 thank you for this video, its way easier than the alignment shop said it would be, and $500 cheaper. Will be doing it as soon as my parts come in. Think I'll be safe to drive 70 miles to the alignment shop?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Guys Who Do Stuff Haha! That’s a thing! No problem man!🤙 Glad I could help! Saving money is the name of the game with these repairs. Yeah, you should be fine. Just watch out for potholes and rough roads. They can cause death wobble when bushings are missing. But you should be fine, just don’t expect a smooth ride. Lol
@chapekfabrication2975 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters you have my sub man. The quality of your videos are comparable to those of chrisfix. Well shot and we explained, you should be more popular
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Guys Who Do Stuff Thanks man! I appreciate it!🤙 Well please feel free to share my channel around and I’ll keep the videos coming!
@kevinm9143 5 ай бұрын
I changed all my ball joints and tie rod ends and my old ford still sounds like all that stuff needs to be changed again. Is axle pivot bushings what i need?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 ай бұрын
It could be. I would inspect your axle pivot bushings and radius arm bushings. See if there is any extra movement in them.
@frankgonzalez534 2 жыл бұрын
Also does the larger thinner red ring fo in the front or the back side of beam?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
The bushing presses in from the front and the ring caps the back.
@Orangelemonblue 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Whose Money No problem man!!👍
@mchl8 6 жыл бұрын
that seems ok im not able to find anything on changing this as a 250 series. (leaf) spring. how much disassembly for that? i have the parts i need just dont like walking in blind. if you could make suggestions . thanks
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
mchl8 If I’m correct about the leaf sprung 3/4 T, it doesn’t have radius arms. So the procedure should be the same. Remove the shock. Take all the tension out of the leaf spring by letting hang freely. At that point you should be able to unbolt the I beam and pry it down to replace the bushing. If that doesn’t work, you will need to unbolt one if not both sides of the leaf spring. Then the I beam will be easy to move around.
@mchl8 6 жыл бұрын
The Minute Masters ill take that in consideration. no i dont belive it has a radius arm . thanks for the response. i didnt think it would b this quick. i hope the leaf spring will flex just enough.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
mchl8 I don’t think it will be as quick. Leaf springs require more finesse to deal with.
@mchl8 6 жыл бұрын
The Minute Masters ok in the up comming this will b tackled. i may make a video of this. for the lack of this setup being displayed. thank you for your responce.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
mchl8 Best of luck! I hope it all works out!
@clintm7178 Жыл бұрын
So you've had this in several years now, how are they holding up? I'm looking at doing this on my truck this year and wondered what your experience has been.
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
They are still holding up great! If it wasn’t for the road dirt stuck to the grease, I’d say they still looked new.
@MoppeyOBT 6 жыл бұрын
Hey :) where did you buyed the bushing? i wanna buy a ford f150 pick up from 1996 and it got the same problem. i am in vancouver, it would be nice if you can help me. thank you very much. (repost this is the right video :) )
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
MoppeyOBT You can buy OEM bushing kits from just about any auto parts store. As for the Prothane bushings, I think I bought those on Amazon. As a matter of fact, you can get all these bushings on Amazon.
@taco_meat2785 Жыл бұрын
Hey! I have the same bushings from energy suspensions, but I just tried doing them this morning, but the bushing is longer than the oem one, including the metal sleeve, by about 1/4", give or take. I can't press them up into where they seat in the bracket, so what do I do? Thanks!
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
Really? Try fit testing the bushing in between the axle pivot bracket. The first of the bushings I ordered were too long when I fit tested them and I had to go back to energy suspension and get the correct part number.
@taco_meat2785 Жыл бұрын
@TheMinuteMasters I already pressed them into my I beams, so they are greasy and not considered "new". I'll look for the shorter ones online, thanks!
@cyclonekevin6199 2 жыл бұрын
Do worn raduis arm and I beam bushings, causes the death wobble?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
They can cause death wobble, especially when combined with an older front suspension.
@94bjack 4 жыл бұрын
I got my energy suspension poly bushings the other day and I think I need to remove that steel sleeve to hold down the small outer piece. Otherwise the bushings don’t fit in the bracket when all said and done.
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Brett Jackels If your bushings don’t fit using the existing steel sleeve then you may have bought the wrong set. Without the steel sleeve the poly bushings will have nothing to sit inside. I ordered the wrong bushings the first time. They didn’t fit the axle pivot bracket. So I checked on Energy suspension’s website and I had the wrong product number. I believe the product number for f150 bushings gets confused with the ranger’s product number.
@94bjack 4 жыл бұрын
The Minute Masters i pressed the thrust bearings out (sleeve) and reinserted over the small ring side. Then the big section of the bushing slid through the bearing and seems to fit fine.The inside bushing seems like it is a little long about an 8th inch for my bracket so I might just trim it down a bit
@94bjack 4 жыл бұрын
FRED MASSE if you need new thrust bearings a.k.a. the sleeves we are talking about. Energy suspension sells them just search 1990 F150 axle pivot bushing and they have a whole kit for it with bearings
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
FRED MASSE Thanks man! 🤙 Brett answered your question above perfectly. Best of luck with the repair. Out of curiosity, are you in France watching my channel or here in the US?
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
FRED MASSE You English is great Fred, even better than some native English speakers. Ah! I see. That steel sleeve with OEM written on the side not part of the bushing set. When I filmed this video, I did not have a ball joint press tool. A ball joint press is how you install the axle pivot bushing into the existing steel sleeve from the previous factory installed rubber bushing. I used that “OEM” sleeve with the two piece of steel as a home made ball joint press. Nice! Those are great vans and you are correct. They do have the same suspension as this f150 truck. That’s great Fred! I know I have international viewers but it is always nice to hear from you. You are most welcome my friend! Thank you for watching the channel and you stay safe and healthy from this virus too.
@72fordmaverick 6 жыл бұрын
I don't wanna fucking do these this week. But. It's been 30 years. Might at well.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
car guy It’s not to bad! Good luck man! 👍
@Keith_Blackgrove 10 ай бұрын
You don't need any fancy tools to remove and install this bushing. Pound it out with a 2lb sledge and press it in with some all thread and the old bushing as a seat.
@jonathanbenson6963 2 жыл бұрын
You can use a hole saw to cut out the old bushings too.
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
I never thought about that method but that’s a really good idea! Thanks for sharing!🤙
@MrC9Oh3 5 ай бұрын
My truck is shaking badly, ive replaced everything possible but these, could this be my issue?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 ай бұрын
If these are really bad, you get heavy clunky vibrations.
@waden404 Жыл бұрын
Showing the process of putting it in would have really helped
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
Like how to press in the bushing?
@gerardo-rr2zz 7 жыл бұрын
It's it hard to remove the arm off i need to replace mind it got bent from a crash reasons im here watching the video good work anyway 👍
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
gerardo 12345 I haven't removed the arm but as long as you can undo the radius arm bolt and the bolt that ties the I-beam to the radius arm, then your set. I'd say with PB Blaster, some heat, and a large breaker bar or impact gun, you can do it.
@rhonnymarques6560 9 ай бұрын
Good evening friend, sorry to bother you again, I'm curious, could you tell me if the automatic daford explorer 2005 door panel and lining panel fits or can be adapted to the ford ranger 97 v6 stx 4.0, or if you've seen something like that, or what model would work, I'm from Brazil, thanks for your attention again.
@TheMinuteMasters 9 ай бұрын
Good question! I don’t know the answer. The doors do look similar though.
@rhonnymarques6560 8 ай бұрын
ok thanks for your attention buddy, it would be difficult to find old car scraps out there, I would like to buy a Lund visor in the future for my Ford Ranger 97 v6 stx 4.0 truck, which sends this part to Brazil, here it is not available and on the ebay and amazon websites I found it expensive$ $ due to currency conversion, I hope one day we can do business on this piece I will be very grateful and thank you again for everything and your attention Ford Ranger Brazil Facebook group.
@frankgonzalez534 2 жыл бұрын
Quick question, I am doing this process and want to know if bushing is pressed in from front to back of i beams?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
I pressed it in from the front.
@frankgonzalez534 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for info great video but not enough detail on install but thanks for getting back to me will try to finish up today.
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
@@frankgonzalez534 No problem Frank! What else do you need to know about install?
@mtbelzone 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve! Quick question, how did you punch out the center of the bushing first?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
So the metal inner sleeve just popped out and then I hacked the rubber out with anything I felt worked. If the center metal sleeve is still attached, the best method to weakening the rubber is to burn the bushing. I think I just used a MAP gas or propane torch you find at Home Depot or Lowe’s. Then you just pick, cut, abs hack until you remove all the rubber.
@mtbelzone 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters Simple enough! Thanks, gonna tackle this on the weekend 🤙
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@mtbelzone Nice! 🤙 Good luck man!
@urbanlumberjack 3 жыл бұрын
What kind of jack stands do you use?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
I think they are a Pep Boys (Pennsylvania auto parts chain) brand. They are the usual ratchet type with the release lever.
@grogglepus Жыл бұрын
Which kit did you get, I've gotten the prothane 6605 kit and they are too long as well as the 4.3119, which energy suspension themselves told me to get and they are too long. Watching this video it seems you have the 4.3121 kit which I think I need, why could you not use the 4.3133 kit that comes with a new outer sleeve? The inner sleeve is the same length as the 4.3121 kit
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
So I bought one kit and compared it to a the driver’s side I beam might and it was too long. So I checked the part number with Prothane and got a kit that fit. I can’t remember the part numbers though.
@grogglepus Жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters all good, I ordered the 4.3121 earlier bc that one seemed like it would fit since the old pivot bushing inner sleeve was closer in length to that 4.3121 kit
@Ty-tie_FTW 6 ай бұрын
How the hell did you get the spring off with the lower nut and retainer still on??
@TheMinuteMasters 6 ай бұрын
When you in bolt the top spring retainer and the top nut for the shock, you can lower the entire I-beam down. Then the spring pops out easy. I have a separate video on how to do it. At that point, it’s pretty easy to remove the lower nut and retainer for the spring.
@chasedemers5151 4 жыл бұрын
Also, some twin traction beam from end pivot bushings come "cammed" from the factory which in laymans terms means the bolt hole isn't dead center in the bushing this helps with camber adjustment. So when you take this bushing out make sure to keep an eye on your old bushings before removing for orientation. They are eccentric. When making these how to video's it's better to know what you're doing
@newday89 4 жыл бұрын
... and then we would have no how to videos.
@j.r.thompson5950 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, How are those bushings holding up after 5 years?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
They are still in great shape! I should probably do a video on them!🤙
@MrSuzukikevin95 6 жыл бұрын
Do you have a part number on this kit?
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
None None On Prothane’s website it is part #6605 axle pivot bushing.👍
@SKH2815 8 жыл бұрын
did u use a spring tool to get it out
@TheMinuteMasters 8 жыл бұрын
Nope. I was able to get the coil springs out by just removing surrounding parts. Once you remove the top retaining clip from the spring and the bolts from the top of shock, the coil spring will become loose.
@matthewserrao2926 Жыл бұрын
New comment on an old video here: do you have the part # for those?
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
So the best way to find the exact part number is to go to Prothane’s website and then compare that part number to whoever is selling it I.e Summit, JEGS, Amazon, etc. I think Jeff’s Bronco Graveyard sells the proper bushings.
@robrodriguez7428 3 жыл бұрын
Where did you place all your pyramid jacks
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
You can place your pyramid jacks anywhere other the truck other than under the radius arm and the I-beam that you’re working on. I placed the jacks under the frame just before the radius arm bracket.🤙
@TheUndisputedTalk504 Жыл бұрын
Is the f150 same as the e150 Around these same year?
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
I think so.
@Dutch1951x 3 жыл бұрын
So the inner steel sleeve doesn't have to be removed if you use the prothane bushing???? Right?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
The outer sleeve from the old bushing gets reused when using a prothane bushing. The prothane bushing kit comes with a new inner “bolt” sleeve.
@Dutch1951x 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters thanks!
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@Dutch1951x No problem Chris!🤙
@victorreyes2135 3 жыл бұрын
I have a capri 30-in breaker bar half inch highly recommend it I refuse to use power tools because they deformed the bolts heads and the chances of f****** up go up. I do everything from suspensions to engines and I use nothing but hand tools. Good job tho.
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I have a auto store brand breaker bar and I still get some use out of it. I agree with you, the impact guns destroy bolts and nuts if you aren't careful. Thanks man!🤙
@cycl0nnus 6 жыл бұрын
how are those kyb shocks holding up?
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
m They are holding up great! I upgraded the front shocks to Bilsteins and kept the KYBs in the rear. So far this is my favorite setup. Both KYBs and Bilstein are girl but the Bilsteins have better valving for better comfort over crappier roads.
@cycl0nnus 6 жыл бұрын
thanks, i have the same kybs and are doing great. i too want to upgrade to bilsteins when i have money
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
m Yeah the Bilsteins are definitely worth the money!
@LouRock 7 жыл бұрын
that's my exact truck I know I said this but have not found another like it does urs have a/c
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Lou Rock Mine does have a/c and it's ice cold!
@LouRock 7 жыл бұрын
My truck did not I had to put it in myself just lifted her 4in working on video now .
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
Lou Rock I wonder is XL is supposed to have air conditioning. Sweet dude! I'll have to check that out!
@gordo3105 2 жыл бұрын
What size is that Axle Pivot Bushings??
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
When you search your model and year of truck, it should match the right size. If you’re getting different sizes during searches, I’d go directly to Prothane’s website and look there. If I remember correctly it seem like they were two different sizes sold for my year of truck. Ultimately, I had to check with Prothane.
@91lxtasy Жыл бұрын
Part number for these, are the axle pivot bushings the same for 2wd and 4wd?
@91lxtasy Жыл бұрын
Thanks for making your video's too, I have been watching ya for quite awhile now lol
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
They should be. I remembered ordering the incorrect set because one website listed the wrong part number. I always refer back to the Prothane or Energy Suspension part number.
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! Thanks Terrance!🤙 I appreciate it.
@jeremykeith3152 3 жыл бұрын
Just to be clear, is removing the coil springs necessary?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
You don’t need to remove the coil spring entirely. I like to disconnect the top retaining clip though. This gives the i-beam more movement. You could try leaving everything connected and see how hard it is the pry the I-beam down from the axle pivot bracket.
@jeremykeith3152 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters thanks for the reply. About to do this and happy I found your informative video. Rebuilding the suspension on my 95 PSD 2WD.
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@jeremykeith3152 No problem Jeremy! 🤙 Nice! It’s a pretty straightforward repair. Just take your time and put some good tunes on. Very nice! I bet that’s one clean PSD.
@guyandottewhiskers2331 5 ай бұрын
That torch kit is 60$ now lol
@TheMinuteMasters 5 ай бұрын
Really? Lol
@Luckyme1184 7 жыл бұрын
Did this solve your wondering issues?
@TheMinuteMasters 7 жыл бұрын
jumaane butler It definitely made the truck "track" better and more consistently. Overall the driving and steering feel was more firm. I still have some wonder but I know now that it's from the steering box. Now if you are still deciding whether to do this repair, I recommend you do it. You will see an improvement in these high mileage trucks. The parts are cheap. Labor and know how is the more difficult part.
@72fordmaverick 6 жыл бұрын
It's really common for wondering steering due to gear box being bad. If it's factory gear box and truck is 96 or older replace it anyways
@alexlewisiii6654 2 жыл бұрын
Do you press them in all the way flush ?
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
You press the main piece until the poly flange is flat against the steel sleeve. The backside sticks out of the steel sleeve and then you add the other poly flange.
@alexlewisiii6654 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters thank you very much... 👍🏾
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
@@alexlewisiii6654 You are most welcome Alex!🤙
@bertoruiz6360 2 жыл бұрын
where did you get the parts??
@TheMinuteMasters 2 жыл бұрын
Here you go👇 shop.broncograveyard.com/1992-1997-Ford-Bronco-F-Series-Truck-Radius-Arm-Bushings-Red-4wd/productinfo/33012/
@RW4X4X3006 5 жыл бұрын
Heads up everyone: While you have the axle dropped, check the torque on the mounting bracket bolts at the cross member. Mine were waaaay loose.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
RW4X4X3006 Good idea! I found my frame was cracked there when I check.
@RW4X4X3006 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters I've seen that before on rigs that frequent the jungle jim action.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
RW4X4X3006 Jungle Jim describes Pennsylvania roads perfectly! Lol
@RW4X4X3006 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters Oregon too, buddy!
@j.r.thompson5950 4 жыл бұрын
Going to pull out my radiator today and soak it in vinegar. I need a new radiator. Have some interesting photos on my facebook profile, same name. JR Thompson. I am going to Clean and paint the pulleys, maybe replace the water pump Just because it is an 1981. clean the alternator and the right side of the engine and paint it. Going to paint the pulleys in red, Will post on my facebook page.
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
J. R. Thompson Nice! Good work JR! That’s going to be one nice engine!🤙
@TheUnsureFox 5 жыл бұрын
Did you use the kit for a 2WD, or a 4WD? Because RockAuto and the auto part stores give me the wrong one for a 2WD. They give me a kit that is almost an inch longer than the one the truck needs. I am at a loss. I don't want to order every axle pivot bushing they make... LOL. A job that should've taken 2 hours max took 11 hours and is still nowhere close to done. LOL. Which kit did you use?
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Eagle Lawn Vac and Auto I can’t quite remember. I order a set of bushings and just tested the fit with a spare axle pivot bracket. That set of too long. So I when directly to the manufacturer’s website and checked the part number to get the right bushing. I most likely would have ordered the 2wd kit.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Eagle Lawn Vac and Auto Energy Suspension Part# 4.3133
@TheUnsureFox 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMinuteMasters Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! That's not the kit they gave me. They gave me 4.3119. You're awesome, sir! Thanks again.
@TheMinuteMasters 5 жыл бұрын
Eagle Lawn Vac and Auto You are most welcome!! Thank you!🤙
@isaac_heyn 5 жыл бұрын
@@TheUnsureFox Which one ended up working for you? I'm about to do this on my 95 f150 2wd. Bought 4.3119, which is the part they specify on their website. Just trying to find out if I bought the wrong part before I tear into it. Thanks
@sullivanautorepairandmecha8268 3 жыл бұрын
what size breaker bar did u use?
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1/2 breaker bar with I think a 16-18” handle.
@sullivanautorepairandmecha8268 3 жыл бұрын
Awsome thank u. Im about to pur ball joints wheel bearings and new tie rods on my 95 f150. And everything on it is the original ford part from 95. I live in ky so hopfully i dont have much rust to fight.
@TheMinuteMasters 3 жыл бұрын
@@sullivanautorepairandmecha8268 No problem man!🤙 Nice! After you finish, the front end is going to feel smooth and firm. New ball joints and bearings are going to make it feel like your truck is in rails.
@done1012 6 жыл бұрын
Folks drop vehicle first (with loose pivot bolts) then tighten bolts specifically after suspension rests on ground.
@TheMinuteMasters 6 жыл бұрын
Done 101 That makes sense. Thanks for the tip!👍
@jesusgalvan985 Жыл бұрын
What the part number did you use
@TheMinuteMasters Жыл бұрын
Good question. There are conflicting part numbers out there from third party sellers. Your best bet is to go to Prothane’s website and get the exact part number. Here it is part # 6605
@JasperJames0912 4 жыл бұрын
Mate, no disrespect. But you're a very handsome fella
@TheMinuteMasters 4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha! Thanks man! 🤙
@kiyamanus3723 7 ай бұрын
What are the simptoms of a bad one?
@TheMinuteMasters 7 ай бұрын
Front end feels loose, you can hear and feel a clunk if it’s really bad, and I think you can get death wobble from worn bushings too.
@kiyamanus3723 7 ай бұрын
Did it actually make a difference when you replaced it?
@TheMinuteMasters 7 ай бұрын
@@kiyamanus3723 Absolutely, I had a minor vibration and steering was a bit loose.
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