I know the OEM's control arms are decent but they fail and are a constant issue has anybody tried the aftermarket ones and how long do they last and are they any good? On the same note what about the engine mounts? I mean i have a hook-up at a dealer and can get my new arms for about 130 each but after market i can get both for the price of one? Not 100% sure about the engine mounts but i can assume the same thign as price goes their as well. Just trying to make a good decision is all any advise good or bad would be great.

 

How do they constantly fail? That is the first time I've ever heard that.

 

I did not mean they fail all the time but it seems like just about every neon out their has the issue.

 

Do you mean the lower control arm bushings going bad?

 

-Just replace the bushings with Prothane or other urethane bushings. Make sure you use all of the grease they give you to avoid any squeaks. I did mine right after Thanksgiving last year. Still no squeaks, clunking or anything else from the front end. You'll notice quite an improvement over the stock, rotted rubber bushings. I got mine for around $30-$35 for the set online.

L8R,
Matt

 

Yeah i ment to say the inner bushing that mount the lower arm to the frame. I did not relize i could replace just those, thouhgt i ahd to do the entire arm. I will check into that thanks!