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fredM 02-18-2026 04:33 AM

Replaced my generator end place bushing.
 

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Yesterday I replaced my rear generator bushing. I had already purchased a nice end plate to keep my '53 Monterey on the road, but by replacing the bushing I would have a spare. I broke a hack saw blade so that the cutting part went all the way to the end and sawed the side wall in two. Then sawed the opposite side in two. But because the bushing is brittle it came out in pieces. The new one has been ordered from C&G and I'm always thrilled when I'm waiting for a part in the mail. Even a little part.

corvette8n 02-18-2026 07:37 AM

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Can’t wait to see the finished product.

34fordy 02-18-2026 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by fredM (Post 2438092)
Yesterday I replaced my rear generator bushing. I had already purchased a nice end plate to keep my '53 Monterey on the road, but by replacing the bushing I would have a spare. I broke a hack saw blade so that the cutting part went all the way to the end and sawed the side wall in two. Then sawed the opposite side in two. But because the bushing is brittle it came out in pieces. The new one has been ordered from C&G and I'm always thrilled when I'm waiting for a part in the mail. Even a little part.

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19Fordy 02-18-2026 10:22 AM

Re: Replaced my generator end place bushing.
 

When you install the new bushing DO NOT hit it directly with a hammer as it might crack. Use a spacer between bushing and hammer head. Perhaps you can use a drill press (like an arbor press) to press it in. Be gentle.

Terry,OH 02-18-2026 10:45 AM

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I use a tap and a spacer over the tap. place a nut on the tap and tighten nut holding the tap still.

petehoovie 02-18-2026 12:04 PM

Re: Replaced my generator end place bushing.
 

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Originally Posted by fredM (Post 2438092)
Yesterday I replaced my rear generator bushing. I had already purchased a nice end plate to keep my '53 Monterey on the road, but by replacing the bushing I would have a spare. I broke a hack saw blade so that the cutting part went all the way to the end and sawed the side wall in two. Then sawed the opposite side in two. But because the bushing is brittle it came out in pieces. The new one has been ordered from C&G and I'm always thrilled when I'm waiting for a part in the mail. Even a little part.

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ndnchf 02-18-2026 06:24 PM

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I change several generator bushngs every week. A blind bearing/bush puller works very well on these. A few slaps with the attached slide hammer and they pop right out. I press the new one in with an arbor press and appropriate sized socket.

fredM 02-19-2026 03:04 AM

Re: Replaced my generator end place bushing.
 

I have read the tips given to me here about installing the new bushing. Thanks, because they are important.


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