02 SE Neon Lower Control Arm Prothane - Stay or Go?? [Pics]

[gonathan85]

Hi guys -

I'm in the process of replacing the lower ball joints, and horizontal / vertical bushings in the lower control arms on my 2002 Dodge Neon SE.

I ordered the prothane 4-214 bushing kit. Here's my question...

Looking at the pictures below, are the bushings installed inside the metal sleeve that the pen is pointing to? Do I need to modify them or remove them?





Thanks much!

[renegade83]

are the bushings installed inside the metal sleeve that the pen is pointing to?

Yes sir! No modification needed.

[gonathan85]

are the bushings installed inside the metal sleeve that the pen is pointing to?

Yes sir! No modification needed.

Excellent - thank you.

I want to make sure to do these right the first time. I hope the 4x tiny packets of bushing grease are enough to properly lube these.

Thanks...

[renegade83]

It's plenty, and I'll warn you now that stuff is nasty and super sticky! Have fun lol. Did mine a few months ago.

[gonathan85]

Haha ok thanks for the warning.

[gonathan85]

Man I can't get the smaller ring bushing on top to stay in place while i'm trying push the vertical bolt through! This is a pain!

[valleyracer]

Looks like you ran into a problem. Can I help?