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Old 08-17-2017, 06:03 PM   #2
Synchro909
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Default Re: king Pin Bushing Reamer

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Originally Posted by Will N View Post
The idea of a reamer is that it does the top and bottom bushing at the same time, ensuring they are concentric. Yes, the reamer leaves high spots. But I've been told that you should leave it real tight after reaming, and spin the kingpin in place to burnish the bushings and get a nice fit. I dunno...
Burnishing the bearing surface is what I do. If the bush is left too tight, the car will be all over the road and VERY scary. Burnishing leaves a round hole. The same can't be said for honing. A hone only follows what is there. Hone an oval hole, it will end up oval. I NEVER hone king pin bushes.
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