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Originally Posted by darcane
Those are the compliance bushings, and it is very common for them to tear like that. I'd have to double check the FSM, but I think the recommended fix is actually to replace the control arms. To replace just the bushing, it needs to be pressed out and it's not easy since the metal sleeve is fairly thin and can be fused by rust.
I didn't have a press readily available, so I cut them out with a hacksaw. Labor intensive, but it did the job. I went with the polyurethane bushings (specifically Prothane 8-215). I prefer a more firm suspension, they were cheaper ($40) than what I was finding from Honda, and most importantly for me... you don't need a press to install them.
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Have you had any issues with squeaking?
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You will likely find 2-3 engine mounts torn. The front and rear handle the reaction from the engine torque and tend to tear, and the fluid filled mount on the driver's side is not very robust. I went with polyurethane inserts on the front and rear mounts and it adds a significant amount of NVH. It's enough to bother me and I typically have no problem with solid mounted V8s. Go with stock engine mounts if you have to replace.
Are you eliminating power steering while you are in there?
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Thanks, I'll definitely take a look at the engine mounts.
I'll probably leave the power steering. I'm still not sure what I'm going to do with the car. I may just flip it for some cash. If it were manual I'd keep it in a heartbeat... but its not. Yet, its a lot cleaner and its more efficient than the Sunfire... Decisions.
