strut rods II

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  1. Johng1970

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    Does anyone have a picture of the proper way to put strut rod bushings on?
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    thanks got new bushings came with steel bushing do i need to use it
     
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    Most likely because the old metal bushing is stuck in the old rubber bushing.
     
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    sry, i meant to say that there is a metal cap over the rubber bushing. Do I need to use the metal cap?
     
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    The metal cap/washers go between the rubber and the nuts.
     
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    I do know where the washers go but I have an extra metal insert that I'm not sure where it goes. I got it from Rock Auto and made by Raybestas.
     
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    Here is another pic

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    rthomas has ruled again. That picture was exactly what I was looking for. You are a life saver once again.

    Thanks
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