So - my machine EX120-2 and I’m rebuilding the boom to the stick joint. I went with a genuine pin but aftermarket bushings from Mottol as seen on eBay and Amazon for less than 1/2 cost of factory. 2 bushings arrived and so far it looks good. I will be pressing them in possibly this weekend. I line bore equipment at my welding shop so other than time, most of the work is cheap - lol! I am asking if anyone has actually used their bushings? I personally have bought a few replacement parts for this machine from Mottrol and my JD 450e with good success. I tried to drop the bushing over the worn pin that is being replaced and it’s a really tight fit. Telling me once pressed in, I will be honing it to fit. I can tell you that I’ve used factory bushings and pins at the bucket and the boom to cab over the summer and all fit perfectly. But $150 savings per bushing… I guess I can afford to hone it out a tad bit. Again looking for reviews on Mottrol and bushings. Syleng1
See how hard the bushings are by trying to center punch the outside. If the pins are tight, honing isn't a big deal.