Managed to figure out a way to remove the UCA bushings without the use of a press or sawzall. Managed to push out the UCA bushings slightly (didn't need to push them all the way out) with just basic tools and a vice.
Tools Needed:
Washer with an internal hole diameter of 13/16" (big enough to go over the shaft where the bolt goes through) and an outdoor diameter of roughly 1 3/8" (should contact the outer edges of the bushing). The washer should fit snug but won't get stuck inside the control arm.
1/2" drive impact socket (size of your choice)
Autozone bearing separator 4 1/4"
Oreilly's (4wd/ball joint press kit) 67405 E receiving tube
1 7/8" 12 point socket
The procedure:
Pressing out:
Align the bearing separator on the control arm and fit the receiving tube over it. Put washer and socket on opposite end. Starting tightening the vice and ensure the bushing is pushing out. You can just use the washer at first to start pressing and swap over to a socket and washer to get the distance you need later on. Be mindful that the separator isn't cocked.
Pressing in:
Install the bushing by hand, press in with the 1 7/8" socket (works significantly better than a receiving tube, which more than likely will bend the metal part of the bushing). Be mindful to leave a gap since pressing the bushings all the way flush will not allow you to install it on your 4runner.
Tools Needed:
Washer with an internal hole diameter of 13/16" (big enough to go over the shaft where the bolt goes through) and an outdoor diameter of roughly 1 3/8" (should contact the outer edges of the bushing). The washer should fit snug but won't get stuck inside the control arm.
1/2" drive impact socket (size of your choice)
Autozone bearing separator 4 1/4"
Oreilly's (4wd/ball joint press kit) 67405 E receiving tube
1 7/8" 12 point socket
The procedure:
Pressing out:
Align the bearing separator on the control arm and fit the receiving tube over it. Put washer and socket on opposite end. Starting tightening the vice and ensure the bushing is pushing out. You can just use the washer at first to start pressing and swap over to a socket and washer to get the distance you need later on. Be mindful that the separator isn't cocked.
Pressing in:
Install the bushing by hand, press in with the 1 7/8" socket (works significantly better than a receiving tube, which more than likely will bend the metal part of the bushing). Be mindful to leave a gap since pressing the bushings all the way flush will not allow you to install it on your 4runner.
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