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Old 05-23-2017, 07:35 AM
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Where did you rent the tool from?
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What about something like this?
Orion Motor Tech OMT Wheel Bearing Press Kit for Front Wheel Drive Bearing Removal & Installation, 24pc Wheel Bearing Puller Tool Set with Sliding Screws Universal Bushings Sleeves Storage Case https://a.co/d/5h96iD6
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What about something like this?
Orion Motor Tech OMT Wheel Bearing Press Kit for Front Wheel Drive Bearing Removal & Installation, 24pc Wheel Bearing Puller Tool Set with Sliding Screws Universal Bushings Sleeves Storage Case https://a.co/d/5h96iD6
That looks like a decent tool for wheel bearings but not sure it would work on the sub-frame bushes.

A proper tool makes changing the sub-frame bushes a pretty simple job. Some are also cheaper than the wheel bearing tools in the link above..

BTSHUB Rear Suspension Subframe Bushing Removal Installation Tool

To be fair, this $73 dollar tool can only do ONE job though!

I have the Kommen Tools set and would gladly send them to anyone that needs them - BUT they are VERY heavy and would cost several hunderd dollars to post internationally...
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There is another way!

There is another way that does not involve special tools. The problem with the rear bushings is that the adjustment for camber does not have the range to get it back in spec when those bushings are bad.
I bought adjustable links for the rear suspension and used them to bring the camber back into specs instead of redoing the bushings. It worked great, no odd tire wear, tracks straight and no other problems.

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... The problem with the rear bushings is that the adjustment for camber does not have the range to get it back in spec when those bushings are bad.
I bought adjustable links for the rear suspension and used them to bring the camber back into specs instead of redoing the bushings. ...
Sounds like you are referring to the suspension bushes. This thread is about the sub-frame bushes, which have no influence on the wheel alignment.
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