Are you trying to replace the shock? If so you should just shave off the bolt that is welded onto the shock and then slide off the rest of it right out. No need to burn the shit out of the bushing if your trying to replace the shock. I just woke up so sorry if someone else thought of this b4 me. I did not read the whole thing. Anyways,, It happend to me as well and man it sucks. Just shave off the bolt on the other end if your replaceing the shock. Goodluck.