How do you change upper control arm bushings for a 1993 Chevy Caprice 305 5.0 engine?

Answer 1

If you're going to replace the UCA bushings in your full-sized Chevy (as I am about to) - now, before you start would also be a good time to take note of the entire front suspension system to see if any other items (coil springs, ball joints, tie rod ends, etc.) will also need to be replaced. The reason, being that since you will have to un-do practically all of the above off, to get the UCA bushings IN. Why do the labor twice? After you've made the assessment, you should also take a realistic assessment of your mechanical skills, and your cache of tools as doing upper control arm bushings is NOT an easy job. And you need first, and foremost: a spring compressor to get the coil spring out of the way safely - and if your Caprice has front struts (mine doesn't - it's an '89) - you'll also need specific tools to remove the struts as well. Once you have to Rotors, calipers, ball joints, shocks, and springs out of the way - you can remove the bolts on either end of the upper control arm, and coax the arm and the bushings out to replace them. If this seems like too scary of a proposition to do yourself, consult your local mechanic. Again - I can't stress enough - if you DON'T have the proper tools, do not attempt to do this job yourself. It can be dangerous! Best of luck!

Mitch in Philadelphia.