What is the trick to changing out the bushing?

[Builderguy]

I am thinking that I can cut out the existing rubber, slide the new bushing down the bar without the link on it, then lube up the new bushing and slide the link over it. IDK My idea could suck so I figured I would ask first.

Or; I could drill out the welds, put the link over the bushing, and then plug weld it back together, but that doesn't sound right.

Or; maybe the old bushing and link (still in one piece) can be lubed up and slid off the bar, replace the bushing, and slide the pair right back on. Hmmmm, that sounds like it just might work if it can get past the bends.

Ideas, especially if you have replaced these bushings before, would be great THANKS

This is the rear sway bar on a 1973 Roadrunner.

 

[davek]

Im going with your 3rd option. Good luck and please let us know how it worked out.

 

[wvmarv]

Unless your going for a totally stock look I would drill the welds and bolt them together. If you want a stock look I would weld them. This kit looks like they supply the bolts to bolt them back together.
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[Don Frelier]

I would suggest drilling and welding.
Those tabs are a little ways away from a weld. That should work fine.