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Looking to do a control arm replacement and wanted to save some money so I ordered a cheap chiense bundle off amazon. I examined it and there were holes on the thin rubber area that connects to the chassis. I assumed I got a bad batch and ordered another set, with the same issue. At this point I just figured this isn't a part to cheap out on so I went with a german oe brand and have the exact same issue. I am now wondering if these are just imperfections to expect. BTW I didn't order the german parts off amazon I am sure they are authentic. I attached some pictures of what the german control arms I got look like.
Hey Buddy, If you have the time would you mind writing up a DIY for the control arm replacement with pics? thanks.
I'll do you one better here's one that's already made.. there are many on youtube this guy has all the torque specs though and changed both lower control arms and ball joints. I believe compressing the suspension is necessary before you torque everything down as well.
I didn't put this part pictured on my car btw and the amount of labor that goes in to this job (if it's diy) i'd recommend going top of the line lemforder.. you don't want to do this again atleast not for another 100k.
07-12-2017, 01:02 AM
