I was browsing around the Schley Products http://www.sptool.com/ website, they have a new tool for removing/installing trailing arm bushings without removing the arm from the car!

I've found it on another site for $169.00:

http://shoptoolsshoptools.com/shopexd.asp?id=2784

Possibly a bit too much for the one-time user, but could be very handy considering the amount of time spent removing arms, bleeding brake lines, re-aligning the car, driving to a shop (assuming you don't own a press), car out-of-service, etc.

 

Interesting... Good find I'm sure some might find it useful...

-James-

 

Re-alignment would probably still be necessary, but good find.

 

Having removed and replaced bushings using a press, I've got to say that it takes a TON of force. I find it hard to believe that you could use this took with only a ratchet wrench as shown. You would at least need a large breaker bar.

As you tighten down on the tool, the arm is going to want to move all over the place!!

I'm not saying that the tool would work, but it still isn't going to be an easy job.

Wes