Nice explanation (for the second time), jorb
I have used the Chevs of the 40s bushing on two 1/2 ton 1954 trucks.
It is a tight fit in the metal seat. Here is how I installed each bushing:
- clean and polish the journal in the seat
- freeze the bushing
- wipe the inside of the seat with a little thin lubricant (like WD-40)
- press or hammer the bushing into the seat
- put the seals on each side of the bushing
- place the bushing inside the "hangers" on the axle
- put the bolt in place and tighten
- torque to ??
