Steering center-link pin and bushing

Posted by Packard Newbie On 2019/2/15 17:21:08

When I was inquiring about play in the front end of my '39 Six, quite a while back, I think it was Howard who posted the attached pic for me to see the location of a problem spot in the front end. I ordered the pin and bushing from Kanters and want to swap the old pieces out while I have the engine removed and have easy access. I undid the castellated nut on top and removed the old pin but the bushing seems quite tight and doesn't want to move. Not wanting to get rambunctious and screw something up, thought I'd ask and see if there is a trick to removing it. Does the center link have to be separated from the main steering linkage?? Or can one pry it sideways with a big screwdriver and get it to move enough to clear the frame opening, enabling me to insert the new bushing?? Thinking dozens of owners must have had to deal with this, am hoping for some tutelage from the pros... Thanks in advance. Chris

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