South Carolina BS thread under new MANAGEMENT and lives in SC

Mine have been shot for months. Meh, whatever.

 

if just the boot is torn then your fine it's not like you really wheel it to worry about it . But if your die hard on replacement then get OE lower control arms . Aftermarket ones cost to much

 

2nd on just getting some OEM control arms. Just got to pop and press the spindle connector off/on and reinstall, easy work!

 

I was thinking same thing.. I just like to have an amount of money or goal idea so I know how much I'll be spending or the plan when it comes time.

 

I was quoted somewhere around $1200 for OE with install. That was an outrageous price to me.

 

Not hard to install yourself.. The OEM lowers are around $350 per side. Replaced my passenger side not long ago and now need to change out the driver side.

 

Not hard for anyone with any mechanical skill. Those here who know me will tell you -- I have none.

 

can you fix my computer tho

 

I don't think he has the proper size hammer

 

that's too bad. I'll try to unplug it and plug it back in again.

 

Yeah, I guess so...

 

Sames'ies. Go OEM, I plan on OEM. Reasoning behind it is cost and the bushings should come pre-pressed. I would also suggest replacing the alignment bolts and cam tabs with new OEM as well for piece of mind. Sometimes they fight a little too hard and need to be zipped off. Take pictures of your alignment tabs to help retain a close approximation of your alignment to get you to the alignment shop. The other hardware can typically be reused if its condition is serviceable. New OEM LCA's should come with new cotter pins, if they don't, make sure to pick some up before you disassemble your front end. Other than that, remove and replacement is pretty straight forward. A couple of bolts, couple of nuts, love taps with the light sledge and Bob's your uncle. Easy peasy. It's a 4 to 6 beer day in the garage as far as time taken, depending on how fast you drink.

-J

 

So, about an hour?

 

Ya'll still use cotter pins?

 

@Jeffvt0508

Maybe this will help?

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/lower-control-arm-bolts-picture-part-numbers.568025/

 

No shiiiiiiit.

 

You need to quit teasing me. I've been wanting to do that to the 4Runner for a while

 

Dual shock?

 

Possibly

 

My home tonight..