Lotus Elan-Removing A Arm Bushes.

How To Remove Lower a Arm Bushes.

The standard metalastic (Rubber and metal) bushes inserted into the lower rear A arms of the lotus elan can be difficult to remove with out the correct tools.

Any one who has attempted to remove the bushes with nothing more than a bit of pipe and a large hammer will admit that it’s not that easy, and considerable damage can be done to the A arms and bushing housings during the process.

It does not have to end in tears, there is an easier way, and we’ll show you how.

If you are about to attempt this project, or you are currently trying to remove the stubborn bushes, then stop what you are doing, make your self a coffee, and watch the video we have put together for you.

To carry out this job in the home workshop, you will need, at a minimum, a ten or twelve ton workshop press… OK, you don’t have one.
Well, perhaps you know of someone who has.

You will also need access to a lathe to machine the small press tools and mandrels, but please don’t be alarmed, this is all very basic engineering, and not really beyond the DIY home mechanic, and worth it if you want to learn more about your lotus elan and how to maintain it for less cost.

The video is about five minutes long, but you’ll get to learn how to employ the correct tools and equipment, and learn how really easy it is, to remove stubborn metalastic bushes from the Lower A arms of your Lotus elan.

We hope you have enjoyed learning more about repair and maintenance of your lotus elan.