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Feels like front wheel fell off...steering issue

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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 08:40 PM
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Originally Posted by AR15
First...Should I just replace the bushings or the whole arm? Is it really hard to just do the bushings?

Anyone know how to mark the cam adjuster?
I would replace control arms if you wore through the bushings and distorted the arm. If not, just bushings should be fine.

I would also not worry about marking...I =would have it realigned if it were mine. Too much risk for guessing.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by gdstock
I would replace control arms if you wore through the bushings and distorted the arm. If not, just bushings should be fine.

I would also not worry about marking...I =would have it realigned if it were mine. Too much risk for guessing.
I agree.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by QuadCabLuv
I agree.
Got it.

In that case, I'll get new adjustment cams. I'd rather replace that too.

Anything else I should get for the control arms?

Is there anything else you'd replace when it's apart? New nuts and bolts?
 
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 11:54 PM
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If bolts are rusted and pitted I would replace. If it is just surface rust and the threads don't pull or distort on removal, they should be good. If in doublt, replace them. Bolts are cheap. and safety is key. Look for anything else that shows signs of wear. DOn't want to get on alighnment rack and find out something else has to be done.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2012 | 04:13 AM
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my trac bar has made it a year. so i am in the same boat. but i will be going BD for the adjustable because of the leveling kit has pulled axle to drivers side. that and it is just a PITA to be constantly replacing the damn things. Need to check CA the same as you as that is all that is left. let me know how much(not) fun is in store.
 
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