How to Replace Your Bushings

• New bushings
• Skate tool or wrench

• New bushings can be useful for a few reasons. Most people replace their bushings if they become cracked or if they have worn to thin. You can also switch your bushings out for some that are harder or softer depending on how loose you want your trucks (softer for loose trucks, harder for tight trucks).

• Replacing your bushings is a very simple process. All you need is a skate tool or wrench to remove the kingpin nut. All bushings are sold in pairs; one bushing for the bottom and one for the top. The bottom bushing sits against the baseplate and is usually larger than the top one. Most bottom bushings have straight edges and the top bushing will have angled edges that are tapered to one end. However, some companies do make bottom bushings that are tapered as well, just make sure that the smaller end is against the baseplate and the wider end is against the hanger. The same goes for the top bushing, the wider side is against the hanger and the smaller side is against the kingpin nut.
• There are two washers on each truck that are designed to be between the bottom bushing and the baseplate, and the top bushing and the kingpin nut. The larger washer is for the bottom bushing and the smaller one is for the top. Without the washers the bushings will crack and deteriorate a lot faster.
• Once the new bushings are installed simply screw the kingpin nut back on and adjust it to your liking.