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Old Dec 9, 2010 | 08:31 PM
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I want to change the 8 body bushings on my 75,is this a real PIA ,has anyone done this without body off?

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Old Dec 10, 2010 | 11:30 PM
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I want to change the 8 body bushings on my 75,is this a real PIA ,has anyone done this without body off?

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Depends on what condition the frame mounts are in-if in good shape,just get some buddies and beer(no beer til job is done)--LOL!

Shouldn't be be hard at all,just be mindful of electrical harness,brake lines,hoses,etc.

Given all bolts break loose
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 07:55 PM
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I started on mine today I'm going to try one side at a time I have three bolts out on driver side two bolts broke ,behind the rear wheel and the #1.#3 came out pretty easy the reinforcement plate on 4 is dust. Passenger side #4 broke going real slow on the #3 hoping it won't break. So far 2 cans of Power Blaster. The scariest one is the #2. this is gonna take a while. I bought the mounts and replacement reinforcements from Bairs in a kit.
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Old Dec 11, 2010 | 08:24 PM
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most people do one side than the other. Sounds like loosening all of them up first is the way to go though. Being loose, they'll keep the body to frame aligned.
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 10:38 AM
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I am working on my now also. So far I have all the mount bolts loose, broke the cage on number four but no big deal. Got everything else loose, working on the front end then lift off one side at a time. If you need some links with info pm me and I will pass them on to you. Good luck go slow. Lots of PB blaster also.
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:59 PM
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Road king What condition is your #4 frame bracket in ?
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:06 PM
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#4 is in good shape, not the cage for the nut though. pm me with questions so we don't get off original post. Thanks.
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