Torque Mount Bushing Press?

Post by **burnout8488** » 14 Oct 2013, 22:57

I just read that there is an actual Volvo tool for pressing in/out the upper torque mount bushings.

I know, you can easily make a tool yourself, but I'd be willing to buy/rent the actual tool if it exists.

Anyone familiar with it? Pictures?

Post by **MoVolvos** » 15 Oct 2013, 01:27

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The preferred method is to hacksaw the bushing and it should remove easily. You can make two cuts at opposite ends if needed.

Blessings,

BKM

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Post by **burnout8488** » 15 Oct 2013, 06:58

Whoops, I must have been tired last night when I posted this. I meant to say for pressing IN the bushings as well as getting them out. Edited original post.

The saw method definitely is effective, but having the correct Volvo tool must zip these in and out pretty efficiently, right?

Post by **MoVolvos** » 15 Oct 2013, 13:13

burnout8488 wrote:Whoops, I must have been tired last night when I posted this. I meant to say for pressing IN the bushings as well as getting them out. Edited original post.

The saw method definitely is effective, but having the correct Volvo tool must zip these in and out pretty efficiently, right?

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I guess it would be nice to have the tool but it would only get used once or twice. If I remember correctly the housing had a slight wedge

in it for easier installation and many quality after-market parts are two piece also for ease of installation.

Blessings,

BKM

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Post by **burnout8488** » 15 Oct 2013, 14:50

In my case I've got a growing family of Volvos, even if I needed it every 3 years it'd still be something worth having. As far as the aftermarket 2-piece poly bushings - been there, done that! Hate 'em.

Are the Volvo specialty tools something that are listed in VIDA/VADIS?

Post by **MoVolvos** » 15 Oct 2013, 14:59

burnout8488 wrote:In my case I've got a growing family of Volvos, even if I needed it every 3 years it'd still be something worth having. As far as the aftermarket 2-piece poly bushings - been there, done that! Hate 'em.

Are the Volvo specialty tools something that are listed in VIDA/VADIS?

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I have the IPD Blue Poly. Do you think they cause more vibration? What do you hate about the 2-piece?

Blessings,

BKM

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Post by **burnout8488** » 15 Oct 2013, 15:02

I had the IPD Blue Poly in my car and while it wasn't horrible, it wasn't as smooth as the OE. Wasn't a HUGE difference, but at the same time I did notice the difference. If I absolutely had to go with an aftermarket bushing, the IPD would be #1. But, OE keeps me the happiest.

My girlfriend's 850 has a Pro Parts Sweden baby blue poly 2-piece bushing, and it's absolutely a racket. Sounds like a truck, and the engine really intrudes into the cabin.

Post by **JDS60R** » 15 Oct 2013, 15:09

Hi Burnout8488,

Yes - there is a specialty tool. I have attached the repair document which lists and pictures the tools and procedures. Please let me know if I can help further.

Thanks,
John

Post by **burnout8488** » 15 Oct 2013, 15:16

Awesome, thanks!

Looks like this is the guy:

http://www.handsontools.com/OTC-Tools-V ... 55096.html

Apparently there is a hydraulic press that goes with it.... Maybe a bolt through the center would suffice. Hrm. Any techs used this sucker?

Post by **JDS60R** » 15 Oct 2013, 15:55

Some folks chose to use plumbing pipe and ends to create our own. The trick is that the bolt is sometimes off center. You can sometimes rent a bearing or bushing press from your local store and accomplish the same thing.