Tightening Front Suspension bushings

Posted by Bob E. On 2018/12/6 21:58:17

So, I replaced all the front bushings (upper and lower, inside and outside) Bought them from Max. With the front clip off and therefore less front weight, the upper control arm is all the way down, squishing the rubber bumper.

I was worried that if I tighten the nuts on the control arms as is, the bushings will be in a big 'twist' preload when I do re-install the front clip. So I added some weights to the front to compress the suspension to simulate the weight of the front clip.

Problem is that I can move the frame up and down a few inches and it stays in any position so not sure what level is 'neutral' when it has the front clip on and a person inside.

Is this a wise course of action? Or am I overthinking this. I currently have the TLR motor wires disconnected but haven't done anything mechanical to the TLR system.

Any suggestions on if there is a best way to tighten the control arm bushing nuts with the front clip off to get a proper ride?

thanks

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