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OME leaf spring front bushings

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by mlcc, Dec 13, 2023.

  1. Dec 13, 2023 at 8:32 AM
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    mlcc

    mlcc [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I have OME leaf springs and I need to replace the front bushings, but I cant figure out what I should get. All the kits I have found only do the rear which I already have thise bushings and OME greasable shackles. And I want the front bushings to be greasable as well. I need your help guys.

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  2. Dec 13, 2023 at 2:02 PM
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    Bivouac Well-Known Member

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    Remains to be seen I bought the tires and wheels the rest came along
    You might be able to have custom hardware made.
    Getting those bushings out is going to be fun.

    Most times I end up burning the rubber out after removing the spring.

    Cutting both sides of the bolt off and prying the spring out of the hanger.

    Best of luck.
     
  3. Dec 13, 2023 at 7:53 PM
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    mlcc [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Gettint it apart isnt going to the problem, its finding something to replace the front rubber bushings, I would like to replace them with poly bushings.
     
  4. Dec 14, 2023 at 6:54 AM
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    Poly bushings can be made quite easy if you can not find them made to the size you need.

    I have been making my own for years .

    Most industrial suppliers can get the bar stock to machine to the size you need.

    Good luck
     
  5. Jan 27, 2024 at 5:15 PM
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    mlcc

    mlcc [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Went ahead and got some bushings from wheelers. Pressed out the old ones and put in the new ones.

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