Hi all
I have a problem removing 1 of the locating bushes that goes between the steering arm & the swivel hub.
Tried penetrene for a couple of days. Wont budge.
Any suggestions?
Thanks

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1967 Morris Mini Deluxe
1927 Austin 7

Not having a go at you but do you mean ball joint? I'm not aware of a locating bush......

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But he's thriving and striving and hugging the turns.

Sounds like he`s talking about the steerring arm "Dowels"

heat with an oxy set & maybe grab with Vice grips & twist,,,

Why do yoiu want to get it out anyway??? If it`s stuck nice & hard like that then i reckon it`s a good thing, don`t disturb it

If it`s damaged then ok,,, rip it out & buy new ones & locktite them in because the last thing you would like is your steering arms comming adrift,,, not pretty results

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No offence intended here but--> anyone writing a book about minis 30 years ago may not have experienced such worn or stuffed-with components as we are finding these days.

You should put your heart & soul into everything you do.

Thanks for you ideas.
Yes they are the steering arm dowels.
You cant buy any replacement (that Iam aware of. Tried a few places). Would have to make them.
I will leave it in.
One is a bit scored. Will dress with a file.
Thanks

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1967 Morris Mini Deluxe
1927 Austin 7

There are 2 hollow locating pegs in the top of the hub that locate the steering arm. They do come out because sometimes they will come out attached to the arm and sometimes they stay in the hub. I have never had a reason to pull one out though.

If the holes don't go all the way through (can't remember) you could put some grease in the hole and find a rod (bolt?) that is a good fit inside and give it a whack with a hammer. The grease should compress and force the peg out (hopefully). Might be messy.

Pete

Damn, I'm too slow.