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Upper control arm bushing cut/torn: replace immediately?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Punintentional, Feb 13, 2016.

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  1. May 25, 2022 at 8:14 PM
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    Those can easily damage the boots during use. Obviously doesn't matter if your replacing the ball joint already.
     
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  2. May 26, 2022 at 5:16 PM
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    I believe those are also referred to as a pickle fork. They work well but if memory serves me correctly, they can pretty easily tear the rubber boot. I have one and use it about once every ten years. When you need it, it's the shat, but only when you're replacing the unit. I agree, a couple of good whacks on the top leading surface of the spindle with the nut loose and it should pop free.
    Please wear some form of eye protection. (Playing the part of your dad today is.....)
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  3. May 26, 2022 at 5:24 PM
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  4. May 26, 2022 at 6:22 PM
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    You would shit your pants if you saw what mine look like haha.
     
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  5. May 26, 2022 at 6:24 PM
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    That’s what I’ve done. But didn’t realize I could seal it lol.
     
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  6. May 26, 2022 at 7:38 PM
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    @Alexely999 If the rubber is still supple, it will seal itself.
     
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  7. May 27, 2022 at 7:43 AM
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    Yeah I just over filled it though haha.
     
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  8. Jul 29, 2022 at 9:26 AM
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    Does anyone have size measurements or part number handy?
     
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