1965 suspension rattle

Timotbird

Timotbird

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Thunderbird Year
1965
Suspension rattles over uneven surfaces and suspect a loose bushing in the top bracket.
After researching the bushing for proper placement, the tabs that hold it to the bracket should be pressed into place for properly securing it.
I don’t have a press, but wonder if a vice would have sufficient pressure to secure the tabs tight enough so the bushing stays tight into the bracket.
Any comments on the upper bushing being a common cause of rattling and the proper way to secure it in the bracket?
 

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Suspension rattles over uneven surfaces and suspect a loose bushing in the top bracket.
After researching the bushing for proper placement, the tabs that hold it to the bracket should be pressed into place for properly securing it.
I don’t have a press, but wonder if a vice would have sufficient pressure to secure the tabs tight enough so the bushing stays tight into the bracket.
Any comments on the upper bushing being a common cause of rattling and the proper way to secure it in the bracket?
Dealing with a similar issue with my '65 convertible. I got some good advice from this forum.
BTW - great looking 'bird Timo
 
Don't forget to check your shocks. Bad/ worn bushings in those rattle like crazy.
 
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