how to replace e36 control arm bushings with no press

[M318]

How to replace control arm bushings in an e36...

Tools you need:

1. Vice

2. saws-all

3. chisel

4. hammer

5. Beer (optional)

[M318]

Cut the middle rubber out. Cut slit into metal race. Chisel out then you are golden!

[M318]

[M318]

There you have it! My first DIY!

[jc43089]

Also doing this today, what did you use for replacements?  I use m3 oem ones, more rubber for less flex and longer life.  Air chisel works good to get them out too.

[B C]

offset bushings = more caster = more dynamic camber = more fun

I made a tool out of steel plate and threaded rod to install the LCA into the CABs.

how areyou guys doing it

[M318]

i just used OEM. It's amazing how many tools you can buy and still realize you have NO TOOLS!

[jc43089]

I have the centered hole m3 ones, I took them to my neighbor's auto shop, he knocked the old ones out with the air chisel and put the new ones in with a bottle jack type of press.  My wife makes them a batch of cookies and we are even lol.

I cut the rubber out with a box cutter.