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12" UCA Pivot Bolt snapped.

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by ToyRyd04, Apr 4, 2014.

  1. Apr 4, 2014 at 6:43 PM
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    ToyRyd04

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    Hey guys,

    In a bit of a bind.

    Decided to replace the Allpro UCA's bushings and new uniballs. Passenger side went great no complaints. Now the driver side... the long 12" or so bolt that holds the control arm to the frame via the coil bucket, has broken off.

    Pics if your not familiar.

    Any insight or help would be great guys, kinda at a loss at the moment.


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  2. Apr 4, 2014 at 6:54 PM
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    Gearheadesw

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    Wow, at least it did it in you hand. Contact All Pro for replacement?
     
  3. Apr 4, 2014 at 8:15 PM
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    ndcmack

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    Not enough
    Can't you just pound out the remainder of the bolt with a drift punch, etc? Install the new bushings and needed replacement bolt and call it fixed
     
  4. Apr 4, 2014 at 8:28 PM
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    Get a new bolt from Toyota or check scrap yards if your in a bind for time or even a local dealer may have one in stock if your lucky. Call around..that's about all you can do unfortunately. Strange how that broke?
     
  5. Apr 5, 2014 at 6:26 AM
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    ToyRyd04

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    Trying to use a punch, no go, then tried an air hammer, no go. Most of it is "rust welded" together. Guess it'll just be a lot of pounding and praying.
     
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  6. Apr 5, 2014 at 6:31 AM
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    n0ms

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    I'm guessing that the rust played a part in the bolt breaking?
    Sounds like it's going to be a bitch to get it out.
     
  7. Apr 5, 2014 at 6:46 AM
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    I have a couple spare bolts here if you need them.
     

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