How to replace upper shock mount bushings?

[SpeedKills]

I have a set of Fox shocks for a Gladiator Rubicon that I'm installing on my Sport. My Sport already has Rubicon springs so the shocks are the correct size. I have to replace the upper shock bushings on the rear shocks so they fit. I already have the bushings. What's the best way to replace the upper bushings in a home garage?

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[Moto_21]

Is it a uniball? Pop out snap rings use a socket and hammer it out, if its just a bushing, use a socket and a vice

 

[SpeedKills]

I've already removed the old bushing. The new bushing is a double-flanged rubber shock bushing with no snap ring. Hammering the new one in would likely damage the aluminum shock housing--the bushing is tough. I already tried pressing it in with a socket and a vice.

 

[Moto_21]

Lube it up? Might need a bigger press. Or use a floor jack and the bumper, gotta get creative. Or pay a shop to press it in

 

[Moto_21]

Those hourglass bushings are a bitch

 

[Moto_21]

If it is that hourglass rubber make sure youre trying to put it in without the metal sleeve then slide that in after

 

[word302]

Are you sure you want truck shocks on the back of your Jeep? The valving is gonna be all wrong.

 

[Moto_21]

Are you sure you want truck shocks on the back of your Jeep? The calving is gonna be all wrong.

How dare you ask a question that makes sense

 

[SpeedKills]

I've read the truck shocks are a bit "floaty" when used on the Wranglers. I'm willing to risk it. The front's were a huge improvement. I can always change back. ?

 

[Warz2k4]

I run them just fine on my Sahara.

What part# are those bushings?

 

[SpeedKills]

I run them just fine on my Sahara.

What part# are those bushings?

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