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Idler Arm Bushing Replacement

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Old Aug 28, 2021 | 06:39 PM
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Idler Arm Bushing Replacement

Can anyone tell me how to keep the cam true as it comes through the mount, and how to keep the cam from shoving the top bushing out as it pushes through, so I can install the washer, nut, and pin?
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Old Aug 29, 2021 | 09:36 AM
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jack up the car so the wheel is off the ground gives plenty of play in the idle arm/steering so you can insert the cam/tie rod end into the two bushings.

maybe I misunderstood your question?
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Old Aug 29, 2021 | 10:16 AM
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Nope, you understand.

Its up; its just being difficult.
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Old Aug 29, 2021 | 11:20 AM
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Or remove the idler arm from the frame rail, install on arm, then reattach to frail rail.
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Old Aug 29, 2021 | 02:30 PM
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Yep.

Tried some more.

No luck.

Just got a pickle fork.

AttemptIng corrective action...as soon as the 49ers game is over.

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