Rebushing gen 1 vnl torque rods?

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by Appalachian_Soul, Mar 23, 2026 at 9:41 PM.

  1. Mar 23, 2026 at 9:41 PM #1
    Appalachian_Soul

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    Does anyone know if the torque rods on a 1999 vnl can be rebushed? And what determines whether a torque rod can be rebushed? Best I've heard, its more or less arbitrary.
     
    Appalachian_Soul, Mar 23, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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  3. Mar 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM #2
    JB7

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    First thing to find out is if bushings are even available. Then ask if the whole rod with bushings is available. It's going to be faster and easier and probably not much more expensive to just replace the rod. Have you replaced bushings before? If not, then factor in paying the labor on top of the bushing price.
     
    JB7, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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