How hard is it to replace control arms yourself?
05-22-2001, 04:59 AM
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How hard is it to replace control arms yourself?
I can do brakes and most other maintenance myself. Are there any special tools required? THis CREAKING is driving me crazy and I don't want to spend $800 to get it fixed.
I know I can get the parts for @$300.
Any advise?
I know I can get the parts for @$300.
Any advise?
05-22-2001, 05:09 AM
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This place seems to have the best prices on the control arms.....
Lower control arms: $125 & $159
Upper control arms: $75 & $80<ul><li><a href="http://zzmotors.com/sys-tmpl/door/">Double Z Motors</a></li></ul>
Upper control arms: $75 & $80<ul><li><a href="http://zzmotors.com/sys-tmpl/door/">Double Z Motors</a></li></ul>
05-22-2001, 05:57 AM
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Re: How hard is it to replace control arms yourself...i would guess
Its probably hard unless you have access to a lift of some sort and you will probably need an alignment afterwards. An air compressor with the correct impact wrench and sockets would be good to have. Its probably not worth the hours and busted knuckles to do it yourself. I suggest looking up the procedure first and then decide for yourself, a service manual should give you an idea of the process.
05-22-2001, 06:06 AM
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Alignment is needed only after replacing certain control arms......
....See Bob's post below.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4/msgs/561790.phtml">Control Arm Replacment & Alignment</a></li></ul>
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05-22-2001, 10:23 AM
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And even cheaper prices here. I dealt with them and it was very pleasent.
I got two lower arms for about 80 bucks each. I had them installed and mechanic said they fit just like oem, I did not even need an alignment.<ul><li><a href="http://www.redlinecars.com">Redline Cars.</a></li></ul>
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