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PQ · 06-06-2011, 04:21 PM

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Oh I drive the hell out of it lol.

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Then, yes. It would be worth it.

JusticePete · 06-06-2011, 11:45 PM

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Then, yes. It would be worth it.

caverman · 06-07-2011, 09:02 AM

Found both a 24mm and a 15/16 over at my dad's shop last night. I was working on my '69 so I didn't have the '10 with me to test fit the sockets.

I hope to be installing the inserts this weekend depending on when my parts get here. Cradle inserts and sway bars all in one day. I'm sure I'll feel a difference then.

Synner · 06-07-2011, 09:42 AM

About how much does the entire rear differential and cradle assembly weigh? Would a 1500lb motorcycle jack be able to support it? I'm debating if I want to try and tackle this or not. I'd do full replacements versus inserts so the whole thing has to come down.

BMR Sales · 06-07-2011, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Synner

About how much does the entire rear differential and cradle assembly weigh? Would a 1500lb motorcycle jack be able to support it? I'm debating if I want to try and tackle this or not. I'd do full replacements versus inserts so the whole thing has to come down.

You could definitely use a motorcycle jack to support the rear cradle when doing the bushings. The full bushing replacements can be a bit of a pain to install but there are quite a few reviews with step by step instructions here on Camaro5 that show some tricks for making it as easy as it can be.

PQ · 06-07-2011, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by caverman

Found both a 24mm and a 15/16 over at my dad's shop last night. I was working on my '69 so I didn't have the '10 with me to test fit the sockets.

I hope to be installing the inserts this weekend depending on when my parts get here. Cradle inserts and sway bars all in one day. I'm sure I'll feel a difference then.

No doubt. You'll feel a huge difference. Take some hard turns before and then the same turns same speed afterward.

You'll be glad you did.

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

You could definitely use a motorcycle jack to support the rear cradle when doing the bushings. The full bushing replacements can be a bit of a pain to install but there are quite a few reviews with step by step instructions here on Camaro5 that show some tricks for making it as easy as it can be.

Synner · 06-07-2011, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BMR Sales

You could definitely use a motorcycle jack to support the rear cradle when doing the bushings. The full bushing replacements can be a bit of a pain to install but there are quite a few reviews with step by step instructions here on Camaro5 that show some tricks for making it as easy as it can be.

OK thanks. I just didn't want to have to buy a tranny jack for a single use. I'm out of room in the garage for more tools/toys.

PQ · 06-07-2011, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

OK thanks. I just didn't want to have to buy a tranny jack for a single use. I'm out of room in the garage for more tools/toys.

Just make sure you keep at least one or two bolts partially in no matter what you do. If the cradle were to rock free, might be a major pain if you are alone.

Synner · 06-07-2011, 05:38 PM

Well if I do full bushings then the whole thing needs to come down right?

L99CAMA2011 · 06-07-2011, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

Well if I do full bushings then the whole thing needs to come down right?

Yes It would. I had my rear cradle Pedders bushings installed yesterday and I kind of wished I had went with the stiffest option, no biggie , inserts however I honestly wouldn't even bother.

PQ · 06-07-2011, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

Well if I do full bushings then the whole thing needs to come down right?

That's right. I forgot you were. I guess it depends how you plan on getting the old ones out. They look pretty stout. LOL

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Originally Posted by L99CAMA2011

Yes It would. I had my rear cradle Pedders bushings installed yesterday and I kind of wished I had went with the stiffest option, no biggie , inserts however I honestly wouldn't even bother.

You mean inserts?

Synner · 06-07-2011, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by PQ

That's right. I forgot you were. I guess it depends how you plan on getting the old ones out. They look pretty stout. LOL

The same way everyone else does it. Cursing, bloody knuckles, and lots of beer.

PQ · 06-07-2011, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

The same way everyone else does it. Cursing, bloody knuckles, and lots of beer.

JusticePete · 06-07-2011, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

Well if I do full bushings then the whole thing needs to come down right?

Nope. Sawsall out the core by inserting a rough cut blade into the hollows of the sub-frame bushes. With the core out saw through the fiber reinforced plastic jacket vertically to the metal of the sub-frame. Make a second cut about an inch or two away. Use a pry tool to break out the cut section. With that section out you can easily fold in the remianing bush jacket.

There is no need to drop the sub-frame!!!!!

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Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,542	About how much does the entire rear differential and cradle assembly weigh? Would a 1500lb motorcycle jack be able to support it? I'm debating if I want to try and tackle this or not. I'd do full replacements versus inserts so the whole thing has to come down.

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