The New “What did you do with your Z today” (with off topic replies) XXXVI

Spooler · 05-12-2020, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Do you have a recommendation for a kit that can press/pull bushings in/out of the rear suspension member? I wasn't happy with the quote I got for the installation of my SPL bushings.

It was expensive because it is a sucky job that takes a while. The one job you would be better off paying someone else to do you nut up. Go figure. Kinda backwards.

JARblue · 05-12-2020, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

It was expensive because it is a sucky job that takes a while. The one job you would be better off paying someone else to do you nut up. Go figure. Kinda backwards.

Idk... I just bought an 1100 ft lb impact wrench. Might as well put it to use. And $150 for a press/pull kit seems like a reasonable investment since I'm saving some labor costs. Maybe I'll just see if I can get a couple more quotes for the work.

Rusty · 05-12-2020, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Do you have a recommendation for a kit that can press/pull bushings in/out of the rear suspension member? I wasn't happy with the quote I got for the installation of my SPL bushings.

The rear suspension inner bushings have to be cut out with a hole saw. Then use a hacksaw to cut the outer shell in 2 places. Then tap the outer shell out. I used a ball joint press to press the new SPL bearings into place. Everything is in my threads.

Spoiler · 05-12-2020, 05:01 AM

Bacon time

-ZS-Carpenter · 05-12-2020, 05:48 AM

Taking the day off. Felt like chit yesterday, like I got beat in my sleep. No rona symptoms other than a headache but work gives me those on a regular basis.

I need to stop working in the cold *** rain all the time. 4 out of 7 last week where wet and we put in almost 80 hours. I'm getting too old for that chit

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Zoren 370 · 05-12-2020, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by -ZS-Carpenter

Taking the day off. Felt like chit yesterday, like I got beat in my sleep. No rona symptoms other than a headache but work gives me those on a regular basis.

I need to stop working in the cold *** rain all the time. 4 out of 7 last week where wet and we put in almost 80 hours. I'm getting too old for that chit

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Get well soon buddy! Yeah we have a saying what does a green grass good for if the horse is dead!

Health is wealth! I should be practicing what I preach in this area.

Ive worked 14 days non stop.

God-Speed · 05-12-2020, 06:00 AM

Good Hand Washing Tuesday Morning All. 79* for the high today with a 80% chance of rain which we could use. Not much on the list today other than the usual. So coffee for now then time to rock. Hope you all have a great Tuesday. Stay Safe, Stay Positive and Keep Washing those Hands.

jchammond · 05-12-2020, 06:11 AM

Use a fine thread hardened threaded rod, as big as the hole in bushing

They can still be very snug going in the hole

JLarson · 05-12-2020, 06:24 AM

Morning people! Time for some covefe to get my brain going. Glad to say my CEO has given me very positive feedback on my handling of the new role so far, and that's a big relief.

Russ, hope your day is a bit better than the last few have been.

JARblue · 05-12-2020, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by jchammond

Remember, the housing is not perfectly squared up- as the way it’s welded around it.
I used a large socket on one end, a through bolt as big as would fit & pulled them in place.
Be sure to do as Rusty says & clean hole good with flapper wheel or something, as they have a glue/epoxy residue on them

Yeah. Even the SPL install instructions say to expect some aluminum to shave off due to the oval hole. Got a dremel at the ready.

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Originally Posted by jchammond

Use a fine thread hardened threaded rod, as big as the hole in bushing

They can still be very snug going in the hole

Think something like this would do?

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jchammond · 05-12-2020, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Yeah. Even the SPL install instructions say to expect some aluminum to shave off due to the oval hole. Got a dremel at the ready.

Think something like this would do?

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Yep, let me find my old bushing & I’ll measure it

jchammond · 05-12-2020, 06:53 PM

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Yep, let me find my old bushing & I’ll measure it

Check this out water boy

JARblue · 05-12-2020, 06:23 AM

Zingston · 05-12-2020, 06:38 AM

Morning all... chilly start today (59*) with a high of 78*. I'll take it!!!

Zoren 370 · 05-12-2020, 08:28 AM

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Morning all... chilly start today (59*) with a high of 78*. I'll take it!!!

Zingston are you aware of this invitation?
It say they start at St. Augustine. Your from St. Augustine right?

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05-12-2020, 06:11 AM	#8 (permalink)
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