'07 is250 AWD. Replacing front struts, still originals with 140k on them. Drivers side strut and bracket came out fine and strut/spring replaced. Passenger side cannot get strut bracket out of the control arm. Local mechanic says he can get it out but will destroy the bushing. Lexus does not offer bushing as it is "non-servicable" part.

Does anyone have an aftermarket source for the bushing or am I going to be stuck replacing the whole lower control arm just so I can install new strut?

TIA

 

I dont see one around. The AWD is limited to parts pretty much.

RockAuto.com offers the AWD front control arms for $145.

Though I don't have much experience with the MEVOTECH brand. I do have thier rear end links that I've yet to install. The quality look the same as MOOG.

 

The pinch bolt?
I'd opt for heating it after multiple doses of penitrating oil. Followed by spinning it.

Please confirm part.


Plan to replace bolt. And ya, you could Sawzall it out too!

 

PN: 48514. AWD is different. As you can see goes through control arm.