so my energy suspension master kit just arrived. i've read over and over that when installing suspension bushings, it is vital to use plenty of lube/grease to avoid squeeking. what is the best option? specifically, what brand? also, is it truly feasible to do the bushings without a press, or should i take my components down to a machine shop? i have read the drill and hacksaw technique. does that get the job done in a semi-reasonable timeframe? thanks in advance

 

I just use a can of generic white lithium grease. It's pretty much all the same.

A press will get the job done in a few minutes. A hammer, hacksaw and C-clamps will get the job done in a few days. Cheap 12 ton presses are availible for around $100, and they can be pretty useful.

 

You will begin to hate your car if you don't use a press. :chuckles:

That install is a bish. Good luck man.

 

I like Mobil 1 synthetic assembly lube. Royal Purple also makes a nice assembly lube.

As far as what you're in for, this is going to be a pain in the ass. :chuckles:

This is an article which describes the process: http://www.overboost.com/story.asp?id=426

 

hrm. do you guys know if any rental places rent out presses? judging by that article, it looks like a 12 ton press isn't enough..

 

i just bought a tub of axle grease and made a huge mess.

I did some of my bushings manually, and some of them I took to get pressed. Doing it yourself is a big PITA, but honestly, it beats paying somebody else to do it. If you have the time, DIY. A press is really helpful in getting the OEM ones out, but its not needed to install the ES ones. I personally used a dremmel, torch, chisel, hacksaw to get mine out. Ahhh.... the smell of burning rubber :loco:

 

thanks for all the advice guys. i think i'm going to wait until the semester ends in a couple weeks. it will be a lot easier to be without my car then