Hahaha, NOW I get it!

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Dale

Got the passenger side bushing out with the homemade tool this afternoon but wasn't able to get the new one started. I'm going to try to find an over-the-counter thick (~1/4") piece of steel or washer of appropriate size to use on the opposite end of bushing entrance (the forward facing side of carrier). It will 'pull' the bushing in as the other piece 'pushes' it into place.

As has been explained by forum member Jeremy5848, the makeshift 'receiver' does not exactly 'fit' very well as there is an 'arm' on the wheel carrier that is in the way and some fabrication is necessary in order to get it to do its job. I tried cutting a notch in it to no avail. So, I've got an idea or two but no time at the moment! Will update when I've got something to share [emoji851]

Dale

:: UPDATE ::

Well it's all back together as of yesterday afternoon. I've driven it and WOW what a difference! It *feels* so much 'tighter' and there's no metal on metal sounds when pulling into or out of my driveway (at the curb).

I did not get to the diff bushings but I've got them ready to go when I've got some down time. Thanks to forum member 'Paul_Spr....n' for the bushing tool that I rented from him. Made that job very easy[emoji846]. Thanks to each of you who offered useful info in this thread, you guys are a true asset for anyone driving these great old cars and are DIY'ers [emoji41]

Dale