I'm swapping my right upper a-arm for one that isn't bent to hell. The long bolt won't come out. It turns, but that's it. I tried a screwdriver and a hammer on the end of it but can't seem to smack it at the right angle because the frame and oil tank are in the way. Is there an easier way to do this?

 

Get pissed and nail that thing hard, most of the time if A-arm was bent then so is the bolt...in which case cut the thing in half.

 

I mostly agree with RaptorJay. Forget getting mad. Just cut it apart.

/NotuRaptor

 

So you think I gotta break out the old electric saw? The a-arm is bent on the front side, not near the bolt. But I guess the impact may have bent the bolt. I'll need a new bolt in hand before going any further then. Don't want to wait 2 weeks to get the bolt from the dealer and have more down time. Thanks.

 

OK so put the sawzall down...you can also use a jaw style slide hammer once the bolt has started a little...heat is also another option, apply heat to the entire arm and pull....chances are your bushings are wasted, get a bearing kit from pivot works(any reputable dealer)to save time on putting it back together.PM me if you can't get your parts locally and quickly.


BRAAAAP