SL/R129: Control Arms
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First time posting and looking for recommendations on whose control arms I should use to replace the ones on my 2002 SL500. Just now getting into the world of MB and SLs so also looking for you guys to educate me. Does 48K miles sound about right to replace the original control arms? Thanks.
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First time posting and looking for recommendations on whose control arms I should use to replace the ones on my 2002 SL500. Just now getting into the world of MB and SLs so also looking for you guys to educate me. Does 48K miles sound about right to replace the original control arms? Thanks.
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As an fyi- I am doing this job on my 2002 as well and ordering Mercedes parts directly from the dealer-- they say the right side control arm is discontinued and once available stock is depleted there will be no replacements.
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Searched for clues and found this thread. So when is it a good time to change it (mechanics said the same thing, control arm can't be rebuilt)? Bushing have some cracking but still look intact, tie rods have a little vertical play. Steering is fine no vibration no clunking.
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