Part 1:
I cannot press the Whiteline offset bushings into the upper control arms. Big vise, extension bar, lined up straight with flat quarter inch aluminum plate on each end to assure squareness. Totally cleaned and deburred. After a few attempts I measured the bushings and arms three times each with a micrometer and caliper.
Bushing outside diameter: 1 and 37/64 inches.
Control arm inside diameter: 1 and 36/64 inches.
You read that correctly. The bushing is wider. Has anyone encountered this? If so, did you ream out the bushing to remedy the situation? If so, how much as it needs to remain tight?
I couldn't find this issue addressed on the internet utilizing multiple wording options.
I purchased the bushings a year ago in the event there was a machining issue that affects this.
Part 2:
The directions state not to grease the outer bushing. What can be used if anything to facilitate an easier press once this issue is resolved?
Thank you and much appreciated,
Jim Venable