Does anyone know what the torque specs are for the uppper and lower control arms. I just put new energy suspension bushings in but don't know what the torque specs are. I was thinking maybe around 70 ft. lbs.?

Has anyone else used these bushings and what is your opinion on them. I had already boxed the lowers and when I pulled the uppers I boxed them.

Thanks,
Brian

I like rubber bushings over energy suspension bushings. This will generate a number of people saying they like energy suspension bushings. Each to his own. Make your own call on this issue.

Installation instructions for Rear Upper and Lower Control Arms


This is retyped and interprets installation instructions in the 1969 Chassis Service Manual for Oldsmobile. GM A-Body.

Note: All spring attachments, including control arm ball joint stud and control arm bushing bolts, are important attaching parts in that they could affect the performance of vital components and systems, and/or could result in major repair expense if installed incorrectly. They must be replaced with parts of the same part numbers or with equivalent parts if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to assure proper retention of these parts.

Control arm bushing bolts should not be tighten until vehicle is on the ground (and entire vehicle weight is supported by vehicle springs (motor installed and body panels on)).

Rear Upper Suspension Arms

Installation
1) To install, reverse removal procedure;
“Removal; 1) Raise car and support under axle housing. 2) Remove nut from rear arm to differential housing bolt and while rocking differential, remove bolt. 3) Remove front rear arm attaching nut and bolt. 4) Remove suspension arm and inspect bushing for damage.”
2) Loosely tight Control arm bushing bolts.
3) Lower vehicle to the ground and torque nuts to 80 Foot Pounds
4) Recheck after 500 miles

Rear Lower Suspension Arms

Installation
1) To install, reverse removal procedure;
“Removal; 1) Raise car and support under axle housing. 2) Remove nut from rear arm to differential housing bolt and while rocking differential, remove bolt. 3) Remove front rear arm attaching nut and bolt. 4) Remove suspension arm and inspect bushing for damage.”
2) Loosely tight Control arm bushing bolts.
3) Lower vehicle to the ground and torque nuts to 80 Foot Pounds
4) Recheck after 500 miles

Thanks alot for the info. I have not bought a service manual for my car yet. Guess I need to.

Brian

Thanks alot for the info. I have not bought a service manual for my car yet. Guess I need to.

Brian

The service manual is a great investment. An assembly manual is also a great investment.