How to remove a seized strut mount bushing on a dodge ram truck (3 different ways...which is best?)

We show multiple ways to remove and repair a shock/strut mount bushing in the lower control arm of a dodge ram 1500 pickup. This lower strut mount bolt often gets rusted in place inside the bushing and can be very difficult to remove. I test a few different methods of removal so you will know what might work best for you. Then I show how to remove and replace the front suspension components in high definition detail, all the steps and tricks along the way.

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Chapters and Timecodes:
0:55 - Problem
5:25 - Solution One
8:15 - Solution Two
30:26 - Solution Three
12:25 - Suspension Disassembly
41:05 - Suspension Reassembly

Torque specs:
Lower control arms to frame cam bolts 150 ftlbs
Lower ball joints to knuckle 40 ftlbs plus 90 degrees
Upper control arms to frame 130 ftlbs
Upper ball joints to knuckle 40 ftlbs plus 180 degrees
Lower strut mount bolt 125 ftlbs
Caliper bracket to knuckle 130 ftlbs
Outer tie rod to knuckle 45 ftlbs
Axle retaining nut 185 ftlbs
Upper strut to frame retaining nuts 40 ftlbs

Links to showcased items:
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Lower control arm mounting cam adjustment bolts: https://amzn.to/45eSdpN
Strut mount Bushing/bolt: https://amzn.to/3GUHxn3
Upper control arms: https://amzn.to/4lL7Jjk
Struts: https://amzn.to/4m9R6xy
Leveling Kit: https://amzn.to/3IEkltG
Milwaukee Sawsall: https://amzn.to/40ql9Zq
Carbide blades: https://amzn.to/46hpxh1
small 2inch diameter cutoff wheels: https://amzn.to/4nVMsF7
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