dildil

hello the bushings on my lower control arm are bad but since my car has a some miles im thinking of changing the both arms .. looked around lot and first could not get the right one for my car and when i did find it its $700 each!! ? does anyone know a cheaper source ... thanks

Quadcammer

Oediscountparts.com has them for $513 a piece with free shipping.

You can also try purchasing the service kit, which is the actual bushing that can be pressed into the arm itself.

Far more inexpensive

sakodik

I just got the repairs for my 2003 S55 for about 300 bucks for one side here in San Jose, CA.

I don't know why but my 07 S550 is getting charged 350 for the same repairs. Not an expert and probably needed something extra so I didn't argue.

Quadcammer

keep in mind that RWD and AWD LCAs are different

tower

Oliverk:

You make mention of a "service kit". I looked quickly at oediscount and couldn't find any reference to it. Could you be so kind as to send a link of this please.

Ron

grane

Try the sponsor at the top of the page, mymercedesparts. Have your VIN ready and don't hesitate to call them to get an exact updated fitment genuine MB parts only. If asked they will ask their techs if you can use an upgrade kit if any. Mention Mbworld and me Grane for best pricing and shipping!

I'm going through a similar drill with my G500 and I'm sure Jeff and his staff can help you out.

Btw all the diagrams on the web are not the same as EPC so you have to do the extra enquiries that saves time.

Quadcammer

Ron, no problem.

Part numbers for the repair kits are:

RWD: 220 330 91 07 $67.50 each

4Matic: 220 990 00 99 $41.25 a piece


Its basically the bolts, washers, bushings. You'll need to press them out/in.

Probably also want to pick up ball joints.

For the rwd cars, it may not make sense to mess with the bushing work, as the arms are only $310

02S430

Check parts.com there oem parts might be cheaper also

grane

Good information. Pns are always good to know. Agree with ball joint comment. While you are under there do the whole magilla. For example, I'm doing the steering damper too at 115k miles on the G.

To OP parts.com is not a sponsor as far as I know and they have a hit or miss reputation over the years. Do a search on the forums. IMHO.

Quadcammer

parts.com is a solid and reputable supplier in my experience.

The trouble is that their shipping is ridiculously pricey. Oediscountparts is usually a few bucks more expensive per part, but over $50,their shipping is free, hence you end up cheap in almost all cases. They operate in the same way (intermediary for a dealer)

I used to be a big parts.com supporter, but the shipping is just ridiculous.

Twins05

I removed and install new Lower Control Arms in my S 430 , 2001, 3 Months ago. At this time I had 87 ,000 miles in my baby. Dialer wanted for each side $ 750 . After I talked with a friend of mine , which he has a workshop and a Lift in it and after I made some researches online I decided to change these parts by myself. I get these parts from MB and paid for both almost $ 600. It was very easy to change these parts , 45 minutes for each side. I am sorry that I didn't get some pictures because I am sure that would helped somebody.

dildil

thanks guys for all the help.... i see that the RWD suspension parts are much cheaper then the 4matics i called my local dealer and he can give me the LCA for 550 each out the door so i guess i might just do that becoz i dont know anyone in columbus OH who could just change the bushings for me coz the kit is only 100 for each side from the dealer... if anyone here knows a shop who might be able to just change the bushings for me that would be great..

also any special instructions on the the LCA's? if im correct i think the strut sits on it and i dont want any airmatic problems any advice on it would be helpful

thanks

amx1397

I have this one, new for 100 + shipping not sure it fits your car but if yes it is cheap.
P/n A170 330 01 07 sorry only have one.

jnash

someone who swears by parts.com told me once that their default shipping is based on a percentage of the parts cost. Apparently during check-out you can opt to pay shipping be selecting actual shipping charges to your zip code which would normally be cheaper than the percentage. Haven't tried it, but you might check next time since their unit prices are suppose to be cheaper.

Quadcammer

well, I guess thats news to me, I've never seen that option. On the other hand, with shipping costs these days, oediscountparts will likely still be cheaper.

I guess its good to have options though.

dildil

quick question guys ... im getting my tie rods done, i know im going to need and allignment after that and im putting new tires aswell my question is could i wait on the LCA ? becoz i dont hear any noises when tunring or going over the bumps its very smooth even when the steering is turned all the way ? or will that effect the alignment and wear tires faster or unevenly ?

i wanted to do all at once but didnt know that the control arms would be $1100 + labor so if it wont effect my tire wear and alignment then i would like to just do the tie rods, alignment and tires for now

thanks

jnash

Hard to say for sure since it depends how badly worn the lower control arm bushing actually are. Based on what you say about them above you will probably be OK to align with new tires for now. I would do it, but while your are at the alignment shop have them lever the LCA with a long jimmy type tool and see how much play is in them and get them to show you and tell you their opinion.

paultyk

I replaced both sides lower control arms on my 4Matic. Unfortunately paid myself $1100. No repair kits available for ball joint only bushings are replaceable. Fortunately I'm a mechanic, I did myself. Very important is to make sure you install adjusting bolts in the same spot. Very tricky.

Quadcammer

actually, you can just buy the ball joints also.

the only thing missing is the joint that the actual strut attaches to, but that doesn't seem to wear out often.

paultyk

You are right, I was thinking about ball joints that are connected with struts. Then you have to replace arm.

dildil

Paultyk where r u located

paultyk

Chicago

dildil

I'm in Columbus Ohio man I need my inner outer tie rods done and lower control arms

paultyk

I would help if you were local, it is not a big deal, proper tools and that's all. If you find somebody to do it, make sure they know what to do, when you remove control arm, they have 2 positions for proper alignment, and guys at popular places not often can fix it except dealer.

dildil

How much would u charge ? I have family there I can visit over here prices r ridiculous and I don't trjust them