Scratch in upper control arm

[autumn ash]

There are two cuts in the spot where the bushing goes, is it fine to leave it like that? ( i ground it with sand paper on a dremel.)

 

[hemi71x]

Don't worry about it, loose any sleep over that. Not an issue.

 

[cudascott]

What type of bushings are you planning to use?

 

[autumn ash]

Don't worry about it, loose any sleep over that. Not an issue.
Alright thanks

 

[autumn ash]

What type of bushings are you planning to use?

Poly.

 

[RustyRatRod]

Non issue. Ride on.

 

[Oldmanmopar]

That part you left in there with the scratch is the outer sleeve of the bushing. That must be pressed out to press in the new upper bushing. Here is a pair with the bushings pressed out. This is what yours should look like before you install the new bushings

 

[RustyRatRod]

That part you left in there with the scratch is the outer sleeve of the bushing. That must be pressed out to press in the new upper bushing. Here is a pair with the bushings pressed out. This is what yours should look like before you install the new bushings

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Looking back at the original post, I believe you are correct. Good eye.

 

[cudascott]

that’s the reason i asked what type bushing he was using. Never used Poly but don’t they use the original outer shell?

 

[Oldmanmopar]

that’s the reason i asked what type bushing he was using. Never used Poly but don’t they use the original outer shell?

Not on the uppers only the lowers.

 

[BillGrissom]

Look for posts here on how to press out the old outer bushing shells. Several have used bolts (Grade 8 fine thread) and plumbing fittings to push them out. Another approach is to cut axially, then fold inward to peel them out. If you need more caster for today's radial tires (most cars do), consider Moog offset bushings (rubber) and read posts here.