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Dec 13, 2024 | 06:25 AM

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Removing the lower control arm bushings and the final disassembly video.

Dec 16, 2024 | 06:44 AM

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It seems a lot of folks have a hard time installing the upper bumper so here's a video showing you how to do it in a few seconds without cursing.

Dec 16, 2024 | 07:14 AM

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Assembling the upper control arm.

Jan 3, 2025 | 09:46 AM

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Jan 3, 2025 | 09:46 AM

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Jan 3, 2025 | 09:47 AM

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Jan 4, 2025 | 07:50 AM

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Jan 6, 2025 | 02:41 PM

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Assembling the upper control arm.

On both of my upper bars, A and B did not measure the same. "A" was the same measure on both bars and "B" was the same measure on both bars.

I'll have to go back to the shop to dig my measures.

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Jan 6, 2025 | 04:23 PM

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On both of my upper bars, A and B did not measure the same. "A" was the same measure on both bars and "B" was the same measure on both bars.

I'll have to go back to the shop to dig my measures.

Both of mine measure 1 1/2" from the center of the bolt hole to the edge of the bushing.

JT

Jan 17, 2025 | 06:09 PM

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I finally got a front end alignment today, the rear camber is out but I told him to not worry about the rear until I rebuild it. It drives much better but I still have a vibration at 60+ so I assume a tire is bad. The tires are 10-12 years old IIRC and mismatched front to rear. Looking at the car from the side the rear seems to be a little lower now, or maybe it was always low so I might put a new spring in the rear when I rebuild it. The power steering actuator leaks a bit so that might be the next replacement as when driving home there is a bit of hesitation when making small steering changes.

JT