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Old 02-22-2005, 09:03 AM
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Control Arm bushings

My front end feels really loose, and I hear some clunking in the front end. I'm thinking about changing out most of the bushings on the control arm. Anybody have any idea how easy/hard this is for an average person? Do you have to take the control arm off completely? I know my ball joints are on theyre way out also, so I might consider changing those as well, but who knows. Any opinions appreciated

*Also, what exactly is contained in a bushing "kit"
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Old 02-22-2005, 09:07 AM
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The energy suspension bushing kit contains all of the control arm bushings. You can get a mcahine shop to press in new Moog balljoints for you as well. You must completely remove the control arm to do this work.

It's fairly difficult, but doable.
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Old 02-22-2005, 09:27 AM
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Does it make a big difference in the drive feel as opposed to stock? I get a lot of jerking when on and off the gas and whenever i go over bumps theres a decent size clunk no matter what speed
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Old 02-22-2005, 09:37 AM
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I didnt have any major problems before, so I can't really comment on that. Steering feel did improve though.
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Old 02-22-2005, 11:42 AM
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this was relatively easy for me.. but having the correct tools help... The most difficult part was getting the old bushings out..
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