Date:         Sun, 9 Nov 2014 12:50:41 -0600
Reply-To:     Ralph Meyermann <ralphmeyermann@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ralph Meyermann <ralphmeyermann@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Upper control arm bushings, replacement question
Comments: To: neil n <musomuso@gmail.com>
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Most machine shops have a welder, probably do it for under 10 bucks or even
free?

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy
On Nov 9, 2014 12:42 PM, "Neil N" <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> My gut tells me this may not be a good idea but a local Vanagon
> mechanic told me that he has used Loctite to hold each bushing to arm.
> When I asked about removal of bushings with Loctite, he said he'd use
> heat along with press or whatever. Some simply press the part in and
> leave it. I don't think this is a good idea but then I've only done
> the job twice now and certainly don't consider myself and expert or
> pro mechanic. Far from it!
>
> If the area where you want tack welds done is prepped, and there's a
> nice clean spot for the ground clamp, (ask first if needed?) how much
> would it cost to have a weldor do the job? My guess is that it would
> take him less than 15 minutes.
>
>
> On 11/9/14, Don Hanson <dhanson928@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> >   84 vanagon.   Is there an alternative to spot welding the bushing shell
> > to keep it from spinning?  Maybe drill and tap in a short small machine
> > screw or something?
> > I've watched some videos (thank you Ken Wilford) and they show the
> bushings
> > are captured in the arm by a small tack weld....but I have no welder.
> >
>
>
> --
> Neil n
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