c bushing install trouble

[jiggen01]

im installing new c bushings, when i put the new bushings in they were way to far apart to get the bolts started so i used some all thread rod and pulled them together on the driverside and got them started fine, now im on the passenger side but the cap and the arm are off vertically, when i get the holes close together one is about a half inch higher then the other? any help or tips?

 

[Bully Bob]

Can't visualize your issue (pics.?) but I greased my bushings so they weren't so sticky. Things slid together better.

You could buy a couple LONGER bolts (one in top one in bottom) to get things started.

Check, check, & re-check that the C-bush. are installed facing correctly. :-B

 

[jiggen01]

when i pull the cap to the arm using threaded rod through the bolt holes, the bolt holes of the cap are lower than the bolt holes on the radius arm as in the bolts wont start threading because it is such and angle

 

[Bully Bob]

Unless I'm missing something., it's impossible for the bolt holes not to line up.

If you're using all-thread on at least one top & bottom hole(opposite ea. other)...put nuts on the all-thread & crank in enough to get two bolts in the other two holes (about 1/4 inch threads in) pull the all-thread & work the other two bolts in.

 

[mikeiam82]

try getting just a couple threads started on either top or bottom then maybe try using a large c-clamp or c vise grip to help close the gap and maybe use a rod that you can push through the holes as an alignment tool.

I have found working on cars for more than 20 years you need to be open minded and patient. It usually never goes exactly as it seems it should go and you need to have an open mind to figure out alternative techniques that will make your life easier. I cant count how many times ive gotten mad and tried to force something together only to take a step back, take a deep breath and like magic it will slide together.