I’m getting ready to do a little welding to repair the forward bushing mount locator rings. I do not want to weld this in my garage due to fire risk. Is it possible to move the truck at all with the trailing arms off or is this just a terrible idea? I only need to push it backwards 15 feet straight back to get it out, weld it up, then 15 feet back in. Is this possible?
Move Vehicle with Trailing Arms Off
- Thread starter Salonika
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Rovertrader
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Use ratchet straps in both directions for the move, not worth the potential issues.
CharlieNorth
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Can you loosely fit the arms into the rings and retain them either with straps or their own hardware?
I’m taking this idea. I’ll just push one bolt in back and finger tighten the front one, which will be easy to remove after moving.
CharlieNorth
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I have been know to insert extensions for sockets or just metal rod if you have any around. If a joint is double sheer such as trailing arm to axle, most anything is fine for moving around the yard.
The front of the trailing arm, nut and washer without the rubber or not all the rubber will be safe in the yard.
The front of the trailing arm, nut and washer without the rubber or not all the rubber will be safe in the yard.