Replacing ball joints and bushings on one side
03-15-2009, 09:56 PM
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Replacing ball joints and bushings on one side Am I making a mistake by replacing only one side of my ball joints? I have original equipment on the drivers side and I'm in the process of installing Moogs on the passenger (just tying to fix the clunk). It appears like the spindle will ride a little higher on the new BJ bolt.
I have to take the LCA to the machine shop tomorrow to press in the new bushings, since my BJ press didnt have the right size sleeves.
I have to take the LCA to the machine shop tomorrow to press in the new bushings, since my BJ press didnt have the right size sleeves.
03-16-2009, 07:50 AM
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If you have enough miles, or simple "wear and tear" that one side of the car has gone bad, I'd do both, just for the peace of mind...and the firmness of handling. Look at it this way, you'll "go to school" on the one side, and be able to do the other side a lot quicker. It will be worth it.
