I am so glad you posted this installation up. i know for sure i need to replace my bushings now. i know they are wasted, but ever since i put the new adjustable upper arms on, i have heard a clunk as well. my car has 52K on it, but i don't forsee the replacement as being any easier under there than your experience. may be worth buying the tool, i think MM sells them, maybe search for a used one.

thanks for the advice, will have to get the supplies/parts, my father and a case to get the ball rolling.

 

Yeah the tool would probably make it easier, I just couldn't justify it. I did think about buying one and renting it out on here. But after figuring out the best way to do it the second one was cake.

Good luck in whichever way you handle it!