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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 02:12 PM
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Hey guys my lower control arm on the front of my car is worn out really bad at the bushings. I have two questions. 1. Can I replace just the bushing or do I have to do the whole assembly and 2. Can someone give me the step by step on howto replace them. Thanks in advance
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 04:12 PM
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If the arm is bad, I would think replacing just the bushings might only adress some of the issues. Moog makes a replacement control arm for the Bonneville, that they claim adressess all concerns:

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Moog R-Series control arms combine quality design and construction with pricing that will appeal to budget-minded vehicle owners. When applicable, the control arms include all the hardware (pinch bolts, frame-mounting hardware, strut hardware, bushings and more) needed to provide complete service for replacements.
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what other issues could there be other than the bushings or ball joint? and does your answer mean i cant buy just the bushing?
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tie rods and upper strut mounts are the other things that can make your car feel loose, but you really didnt say what was wrong with your car
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the lower control arm bushing is worn out
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