Trouble with rear upper motor mount bushing

Snow Boy · Post by **Snow Boy** » 14 Apr 2010, 19:33

1998 S70, I have gotten the old bushing out but I am having difficulty trying to get the new bushing in. I have attempted to use a large c clamp as demonstrated by another member with no luck. Has any one else used a different tech to get it in. I bought a 6 inch 1/2 inch threaded bolt that fits perfectly through the bushing and I am trying to figure out a way to leverage it in.

Thanks for any help.

FCPEURO · Post by **FCPEURO** » 14 Apr 2010, 19:52

When I was replacing mine, I soaped it up to make sure it would slip in as easily as possible. I had to use a C clap and a flat head screw driver to get the edge of the bushing started. Once it started going, it was easy. Just take your time.

Post by **phat78ta** » 14 Apr 2010, 20:22

Stick it in your freezer overnight. It will shrink the rubber a little, and make it easier to slip in. Lube with dish soap, and be quick!! It will warm up and expand fast.

trtvolvo · Post by **trtvolvo** » 14 Apr 2010, 23:28

C clamp with two small pieces of wood, one against bushing and the other on opposite side of engine mount, for easier alignment. Or, buy the new style bushing from IPD - easier install, but more importantly, should wear better (have gone through too many on the Volvo bushings).

whoa · Post by **whoa** » 14 Apr 2010, 23:55

And when you get it in, you realize, oh, this is like adding a subwoofer for engine sounds into the passenger compartment.