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Trob85 · 04-13-2016, 09:11 PM

Getting ready to pull the bushings haven't got to look at it in depth but the question I have is there an easy way to get the retainer plate off I'm tapping it with a hammer and large screwdriver only messing up the plate and it's not moving. Any advice would be appreciated.

FunkedOut · 04-14-2016, 12:40 AM

they'll come out when you push the bushing out.
no need to go after them separately.
you getting the bushings out using a jack on the subframe and a large socket between the bushing and frame?

JCunningham · 04-14-2016, 03:07 AM

DO NOT take the bushing out with out removing the plates. Heat the plate up real hot and they will pop off. I had to cut the bushing apart to get the 1st one off after taking the bushing out 1st. it was almost impossible.

Trob85 · 04-14-2016, 06:11 AM

I already pulled the subframe to install my squash pump so I'm going to attempt the heat and hammer technique if that doesn't work I'll cut it. I'll attempt to heat the plate hope they fall out first.

hesster · 04-14-2016, 06:20 AM

Leave it on for removal by the torch method - reference the write ups on this. After removal flip it over and use a socket with an OD that just fits inside the steel bushing, or a punch, catch the lip of the plate and knock it off. it is press fitted into the bushing and does not pry off easily w/o damage.

Trob85 · 04-14-2016, 06:41 AM

Sweet thanks for all the information.

pancherj · 04-14-2016, 09:13 AM

torch...it will be your best friend! Overall, I think it took me about two hours to get all of the bushings out and the new ones in. I didn't mess with any cutting, prying or pressing. I went right to the torch.

04-13-2016, 09:11 PM	#1
Trob85 Svt lol Drives: 2011 ss inferno orange blown Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Topeka Posts: 2,312	Subframe bushing removal help. Getting ready to pull the bushings haven't got to look at it in depth but the question I have is there an easy way to get the retainer plate off I'm tapping it with a hammer and large screwdriver only messing up the plate and it's not moving. Any advice would be appreciated. __________________ plasti dip is not a mod.......and a cold air intake doesn't make you fast!

04-14-2016, 03:07 AM	#3
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,071	DO NOT take the bushing out with out removing the plates. Heat the plate up real hot and they will pop off. I had to cut the bushing apart to get the 1st one off after taking the bushing out 1st. it was almost impossible. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

04-14-2016, 06:11 AM	#4
Trob85 Svt lol Drives: 2011 ss inferno orange blown Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Topeka Posts: 2,312	I already pulled the subframe to install my squash pump so I'm going to attempt the heat and hammer technique if that doesn't work I'll cut it. I'll attempt to heat the plate hope they fall out first. __________________ plasti dip is not a mod.......and a cold air intake doesn't make you fast!

04-14-2016, 06:41 AM	#6
Trob85 Svt lol Drives: 2011 ss inferno orange blown Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Topeka Posts: 2,312	Sweet thanks for all the information. __________________ plasti dip is not a mod.......and a cold air intake doesn't make you fast!

04-14-2016, 12:40 AM	#2
FunkedOut Drives: Black 2010 SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: FL Posts: 447 View My Garage	they'll come out when you push the bushing out. no need to go after them separately. you getting the bushings out using a jack on the subframe and a large socket between the bushing and frame?

04-14-2016, 06:20 AM	#5
hesster Drives: '10 C5 SS, '77 Bandit T/A Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 631 View My Garage	Leave it on for removal by the torch method - reference the write ups on this. After removal flip it over and use a socket with an OD that just fits inside the steel bushing, or a punch, catch the lip of the plate and knock it off. it is press fitted into the bushing and does not pry off easily w/o damage.

04-14-2016, 09:13 AM	#7
pancherj Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central PA Posts: 438	torch...it will be your best friend! Overall, I think it took me about two hours to get all of the bushings out and the new ones in. I didn't mess with any cutting, prying or pressing. I went right to the torch.