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I apologize if the list is short. I have selected only those that can be found in the USA.
Fortunately, there are 2-3 times more cross-parts that can be found in Europe or Ukraine.
You really need a special tool to replace it. Not just a hammer =))
Do you happen to know the part numbers for the rear trailing arm bushings? Thanks in advance! Ken
 
I had a hydraulic press that I used for suspension bushings, just thought something more exotic might be needed to support the aluminum knuckle to do the job.
My setup is far from exotic, but it did the job. I only needed to replace the 1 bushing, as the poster from Ukraine mentioned somewhere above I believe.

My experience with pressing things has been if you can keep the part straight & level, it works. Every time I didn't make sure if those 2 things, the part broke.
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Perhaps someone over there could advise on any possible difficulties involved and provide photos of how they set up to do this. Custom jig to hold it or what.
My custom rig.
 
Pressed the new bushing in. Thank you for providing the part numbers Dorius
Could you provide an image or two of your press set-up?
Which of the 3 bushings was failing? Were the other 2 OK?
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I used the Part # Dorman 905-520. bought on amazon Amazon.com: Dorman 905-520 Rear Rearward Suspension Knuckle Bushing Compatible with Select Saab / Saturn Models : Automotive
The tool I used Amazon.com: DA Yuan Universal Press and Pull Sleeve Remove Install Tool Bushes Bearings Kit : Automotive

Here are some pictures showing my set up. only the top bushing was worn out. Both rear wheels had lateral play. Bushing wash worn and had tons of play.
you will have to remove rubber boot from one side of the new bushing in order to press it in. They are just held by clips.

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Yeah, Mopar is running low on replacement knuckles. When they're gone, they're gone.
I did a service similar to this on my neighbor's Rendezvous.
 
Just got the $4900 quote to replace both rear knuckles cuz the bushings are worn too much...... I have 210,000kms on this rig and dont plan to sink that kind of money into it, I have a 12ton press and a big C clamp press too and will source these top Bushings and hope it correct things. My Camber is bad wearing the inside if my tires rapidly.

Thanks for posting these photos of how you did it MXking

Peace !!!


I used the Part # Dorman 905-520. bought on amazon Amazon.com: Dorman 905-520 Rear Rearward Suspension Knuckle Bushing Compatible with Select Saab / Saturn Models : Automotive
The tool I used Amazon.com: DA Yuan Universal Press and Pull Sleeve Remove Install Tool Bushes Bearings Kit : Automotive

Here are some pictures showing my set up. only the top bushing was worn out. Both rear wheels had lateral play. Bushing wash worn and had tons of play.
you will have to remove rubber boot from one side of the new bushing in order to press it in. They are just held by clips.

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And the new bushing is in. Went pretty smooth. I took the push side rubber off but found the outer clip near impossible to put back on. Next side I think I’ll leave the outer clip on and invert the boot instead.
Not an accurate measurement but I went from over half bubble to near level with the load on. I’m happy this $30 part seems to be possible.
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