Need a mechanic

[jbonney1986]

Any mechanics in the Arlington area? I’m having issues changing the front 2 body bushings on my 2011 F250, got all the other 6 off and changed out little to no problems. I can’t get the 2 front ones off to save my life, nut shin is spinning, anyone help me out? I can bring it in or whatever, just the front 2. I got the bushings just need the 2 front screws removed basically

[Brotherbill]

Can you cut them off and get new nuts and bolts or clap the bushing to stop the spinning.

[jbonney1986]

Can you cut them off and get new nuts and bolts or clap the bushing to stop the spinning.

I’ve clamped and put a socket on top to hold the nut from spinning...they are bolted in with a ton of pressure, it’s crazy! I could cut them but getting them out from the top would be near impossible because the space up top is so minute I can barely get my hand in it. I don’t have the tools or time to go further into it

[6.5 shooter]

I usually take the headlight out and tac weld the top cage.

[cm12setx]

If you have a heat gun warm that sucker up. They were installed with a loctite type of product. Heat will set it free.
That was how we did it where I used to work.

[jbonney1986]

If you have a heat gun warm that sucker up. They were installed with a loctite type of product. Heat will set it free.
That was how we did it where I used to work.

Did that too...I’m telling y’all it’s not gonna come out easy unless you got time and tools to do something like take the bumper off or know a way that I don’t. I’ve heated it up, sprayed wd40, attacked it from the top, just can’t make it happen

[planomustang]

I usually take the headlight out and tac weld the top cage.

If you go this route, be sure to disconnect your battery first.

[jbonney1986]

I usually take the headlight out and tac weld the top cage.

Not a bad idea

[sailor]

Are you sure, they are not left handed threads... ??????

[jbonney1986]

Are you sure, they are not left handed threads... ??????

Yes! Lol I did think that but I’ve backed them out a little bit before all the trouble

[SmTx]

I'm of no help but wd40 ain't the ticket. Need something like PB blaster to help loosen.

[Bassdeer]

This guy's a mobile mechanic and cheap(probable help you for free or gas money)

Jesse 682-438-3240

[jbonney1986]

This guy's a mobile mechanic and cheap(probable help you for free or gas money)

Jesse 682-438-3240

Awesome, thank you!

[Bowdacious]

I had the same problem on my 2009, I ended up cutting a wrench and fitting it in the tubing where the nut is to get it on the nut. I think I read on forum that guys were bending wrenchs to reach the nut too.

[hot_rod_eddie]

Not sure on year, but I bet both of those two have captured. bolts. Here is an old video that may explain your issue.