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Upper control arm replacement

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Estimatorsarah, Oct 1, 2013.

  1. Oct 1, 2013 at 6:39 PM
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    Estimatorsarah

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    I work at a collision center and I have a 2003 Tacoma and we need to replace the upper control arm we were looking at it and can't seem to figure out how to get the bolt off because there is no clearance from the apron. The only thing we can think is to take the body off the frame to change it. I've been looking for a YouTube video and searched all over the internet can't find anything please give me some help if you know anything? How can I get the bolt out and in without having to take the body off the frame or cutting the apron?!?! HELP!
     
  2. Oct 1, 2013 at 6:53 PM
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    Tillers_Rule

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    You're going to need to bend the apron out of the way. Had to do it with my 2nd gen when replaced them as well. Wrap a cloth or something between the apron and vice grips do you don't scrape of the paint., n be careful!
     
  3. Oct 1, 2013 at 6:56 PM
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    XPOTRPR

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    Yup. Gonna have to bend it a bit to make room for the UCA bolt to clear. Did it for mine as well.
     
  4. Oct 1, 2013 at 6:59 PM
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    bjboucher

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    There is at least one "how to" on this site. Check the suspension section, there's one stickied at the top.
     

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