LCA install front
#1
LCA install front
I completed the driver side rebuild and wound up using a hammer to BEAT IN the lower control arm because I could not get the bolt holes to line up so I could install the bolts. Is it just me?????? I had to put in the rear bolt , the one that is vertical first then use some persuasion to get the front of the control arm into it's seat. It's like when I put the new bushings in it no longer fits?
Is there a correct way? I looked and found little to nothing on this topic. The manual is no help.
Is there a correct way? I looked and found little to nothing on this topic. The manual is no help.
#3
There must be an issue with the driver side on my car because I had to beat it in not real bad but I needed a hammer on the passenger side I have plenty of room to get the lower control arm in. I cannot believe there is this much difference between the 2 sides. If I ever do this again (i doubt it) I will have to delve into this.
#4
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There is a crushing action that happens on these points to capture and locate the lower control arms in the k-member. The stock k-member is made of fairly thin material and crushes and distorts more than an aftermarket piece. If installing arms on a stock k-member I normally try to open up the mounting areas a little to compensate first, then slide the arm into place. Tightening the bolts down will draw the k back into place and clamp the arm
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Sales Tech
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813.986.9302
Find a Quality alignment shop near you!