I didn't check on trailer arm bushings when doing strut rods. My mistake. Just took a look and , I'm assuming there bad, as the shims are completely rusted and looks like never had been removed. Going to order bushing kit , along with the tool to install. Also rear outer spring bushing kit. Looks like only thing I won't replace is the spring itself. Thanks for advice. Sorry. I'm long winded
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I purchased polyurethane bushings by "Energy Suspensions" which do not require a special tool for installation. Not installed yet, but maybe others can comment on them. Also, stainless steel shims are available to replace originals.

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Thanks, must appreciate it. Can you all the advice I can get.
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So here is the Manufacturer's website to get more information: Teamenergysuspension.com. There are many sources that carry their bsuhings.
(There is also a similar-sounding site, Energysuspensionparts.com, a dealer which sells these, and other suspension parts)

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Thanks Sasza79. I will check l it out. Its winter here, so trying to get the parts I need to install in March or maybe February.
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Question on the trailing arms bushings. Once the trailing arms are out, are the bushings hard to remove and replace like the A arm bushings, or do they just come out and new ones put in?

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Well, After doing a few, my own, and others, let's just say they are NOT a take and replace project.
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Thanks for the help. Just getting ducks in row so when I start this project In a month or when weather gets a bit warmer here.
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I will be doing mine soon on my '79 C3. I already have my trailing arms removed. I will update and let you know how it works out. I will be removing the original OEM rubber bushings, and I will install the replacement red poly-bushings made by Energy Suspension.

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I haven't pulled the trailer arms out yet. But found a video on you tube for taking out bushings , which looks simple enough. It doesn't have a title except for 002 under its video picture. its by Greg Ballenger. Came across it looking how to remove trailer arm bushings 69 corvette. If i can figure how to send the link i will.
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