Front Suspension Rust Problems
After 23 years I just replaced the bushings on the front suspension on my 1966 TR4. I would like to pass on a tech tip which solved a tough problem for me.
The steel sleeve on the front of the lower wishbone shaft had rusted to the shaft. After trying everything from tapping with a hammer to WD-40 I loosened it by the following method.
Using a sharp chisel, place it against the shoulder of the shaft and the apparent end of the bushing. Rap the chisel with a hammer two or three times and the bushing will be forced towards the end of the shaft. Once it has broken loose, a few taps will free it. Be careful not to pound too hard and nick the shaft!
Gordon Buckman
Seattle, WA
(This is a common problem with the TR2 through TR4. When the lower control arms and nylon bushes are removed, this steel bush is almost always stuck firmly onto the fulcrum pin.-Ed.)
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