JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 360k on the 0D0
Starting here with these black energy suspension bushings
28$
28$
My truck is relatively clean underneath but is definitely aging on some of those bolts and nutsMost auto shops have labor rates at or over $100/hr. Part cost is small.
Not too long ago, I needed my headlights aimed. I was at the dealer for just about 1 hour. I don't have the space or tools for this work. Cost was pushing $125 pretty hard. No parts........
I've gotten to the point where I cannot afford $100/hr, if I'm not earning similar. So, I research to determine if I have the tools, skill, confidence to do the work. I figure......its broken, so I can't screw it up much more.
My point. You can always try to do the work yourself. Most times the work is not terribly complex. Although, you may need to dig through other items to access the repair spot.
FWIW, this work doesn't look terrible. Although, you may need to deal with corroded fasteners and stuck parts. Keep the can of PB Blaster and a propane torch handy.
If the steering rack were to spring a weep ,
Where exactly might that start?
The Rack is not dry but I have anti corrosion spray all around the place and I am trying to determine what's what LOL
these are NOW 32$Starting here with these black energy suspension bushings
28$
Theres only one bolt on the steering racks that could be a pita, otherwise its an easy job if just replacing the rubber bushings. I used a little seal grease on the new ones when i swapped my tundra ones out....the grease made them slip into place easier.Most auto shops have labor rates at or over $100/hr. Part cost is small.
Not too long ago, I needed my headlights aimed. I was at the dealer for just about 1 hour. I don't have the space or tools for this work. Cost was pushing $125 pretty hard. No parts........
I've gotten to the point where I cannot afford $100/hr, if I'm not earning similar. So, I research to determine if I have the tools, skill, confidence to do the work. I figure......its broken, so I can't screw it up much more.
My point. You can always try to do the work yourself. Most times the work is not terribly complex. Although, you may need to dig through other items to access the repair spot.
FWIW, this work doesn't look terrible. Although, you may need to deal with corroded fasteners and stuck parts. Keep the can of PB Blaster and a propane torch handy.
Theres only one bolt on the steering racks that could be a pita, otherwise its an easy job if just replacing the rubber bushings. I used a little seal grease on the new ones when i swapped my tundra ones out....the grease made them slip into place easier.
oh! is that the one on the far back side that goes up and down that you would need the rig sufficiently elevated to get ANY kind of leverage on at breaking it free, heaven help if it is all rusted crusted like that Gen2 taco front skid i was wrenching on for a couple days this weekTheres only one bolt on the steering racks that could be a pita, otherwise its an easy job if just replacing the rubber bushings. I used a little seal grease on the new ones when i swapped my tundra ones out....the grease made them slip into place easier.
thank you for the valuable input@JayQQ97
You may need to crawl under the truck to look. There is no way an internet forum can predict the exact situation on your truck.
Sure, bad/worn bushings on the sway bar could allow the bar to bang around. Although, you need to get under your truck to examine.
The front skid on my Gen2 is attached with 2 bolts and a pair of hooks on the front edge. If you are struggling to remove 2 bolts, you may be better served taking the truck to a mechanic and close your eyes to the invoice.
Sorry to be so blunt. Sometimes, you just gotta get dirt on ya OR pay to someone who will get grubby.
@JayQQ97
You may need to crawl under the truck to look. There is no way an internet forum can predict the exact situation on your truck.
Sure, bad/worn bushings on the sway bar could allow the bar to bang around. Although, you need to get under your truck to examine.
The front skid on my Gen2 is attached with 2 bolts and a pair of hooks on the front edge. If you are struggling to remove 2 bolts, you may be better served taking the truck to a mechanic and close your eyes to the invoice.
Sorry to be so blunt. Sometimes, you just gotta get dirt on ya OR pay to someone who will get grubby.