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Old August 7th, 2007, 01:14 AM   #1
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Control Arm Bushings?


Hey guys, I noticed a clunk coming from the rear of the car once I got on the gas. Figured it was time for new u-joints but the clunk is still there. After taking a closer look I think it's the control arm bushings. I figure changing the stock control arms out for an after market set would be easier then changing out just the bushings. What kind of cost am I looking at, and are the gains worth the extra money for the whole set up rather than just the bushings and some extra work?
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Old August 7th, 2007, 07:57 AM   #2
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Daily driver or track car? Is launch more important than comfort? Price range is going to be anywhere from around 200 to 400 for a set. Price for bushing replacement is about 20 bucks. Welcome to the site.
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Blue oval industries has a couple sets
check: http://www.blueovalindustries.com/products.php?pid=614
and they have some others also.

I think you are right also, if I was going to all the trouble to take the control arms out, I would put new ones on too.

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Dont forget to change the axle bushings for the upper arm. As far as control arms I love my Steeda aluminums but I have also heard good things about the Maximum motorsport ones also.
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All good tips thanks guys. The car isn't a daily driver or a track car, just a summer cruiser. Just got this one a couple months ago, but once a couple more mods go in and some subframe connectors she'll probably see the track a couple times a year.
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I would say if you got the money just go with the aftermarket arms save you a little bit of time too
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