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Old Oct 4, 2006 | 03:38 PM
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With over 111 thousand on the car, it is time to replace bushings, tierod ends, etc. I am wondering if anyone has a good quality rebuild kit with everything in it. Best place to buy etc.
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Old Oct 5, 2006 | 01:31 AM
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Originally Posted by randy814u
With over 111 thousand on the car, it is time to replace bushings, tierod ends, etc. I am wondering if anyone has a good quality rebuild kit with everything in it. Best place to buy etc.
Thanks in advance, Randy
How do you know it's time to replace bushings, tie rods, etc.? Did you get a complete front end check by a certified ASE mechanic? this is not a 70's -80's car, these front ends can last longer. why do you think noone makes a complete front end rebuild kit for these cars??! ppl w/ over 100K can chime in an agree with me!
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Old Oct 5, 2006 | 03:58 AM
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I know it is time, since I inspected them and do not like what I see. And if I am under there I am going to replace everything. I was looking for recommendations for parts and there are bushing kits out there, by the way. I was just wanting a opinion on them, not what you gave me, but thanks any way.

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Old Oct 5, 2006 | 07:19 AM
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Are you lookin to just replace the front end with stock parts or are you wanting to upgrade? If you just want to replace the stock parts GM Parts direct should have everthing for a fair price.
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