Step 3:Loosening but not removing the strut top mounts and sway bar end link bushings can provide a bit more suspension travel for easier axle removal. Step 4:Loosen and remove the wheel side axle mounting bolts. Step 5:Separate the axle from the wheel. Do not allow the axle to hang fr...
Liberally apply the supplied grease to lubricate the new, stiffer bushings (make sure to use the smaller 7/8-inch diameter bushings for the rear). Future lubrication using non-lithium grease can be applied using the zerk fittings. The tubular design of the Cobb anti-sway bars allows their la...
Replacement boot kits are available for manye vehicles. However, most repair shops, car dealers and even do-it-yourselfers find it is faster and easier to replace the entire halfshaft assembly rather than trying to disassemble, clean, regrease and reassenble a shaft with new boots. Yes, it...
Zephyr styling was similar to that of Tjaarda's prototypes, but a pointy rear-hinged "alligator" hood and matching Vee'd radiator were grafted on under Edsel's direction by Ford stylist E.T. "Bob" Gregorie. The changes made for a much prettier car than either Tjaarda's prototypes or the...
The Ford F-250 looks like the Ford F-150, but is much bigger. The front fender is connected to the frame of the Ford F-250 by metal bolts and plastic locking pins connected to the frame. This is a simple project--it should take you about 20 minutes to remove the right and the le...
Sway Bar Basics Sway bars are made of steel. The trick is to add a sway bar that's thick enough to get the job done without adding too much weight to the front of the car. The thinner the sway bar, the lighter the car -- but also the less resistance to body roll. To make the...