New Control Arms Or Replace Bushings?

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Jul 20, 2014 | 10:47 AM

#16

salad

Herp Derp Jerp

Joined: Nov 2011

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From: Parham, ON

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L OBD-II

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Originally Posted by Bustedback

Personal experience, or just what "they" keep saying?

First and second hand experience, not a Google response. I have an RC 3" AAL and I've seen how components from other kits last on friends rigs... Months to a year. Their trackbar is dangerous.

RC coil springs are okay. It's hard to screw those up lol

Last edited by salad; Jul 20, 2014 at 10:52 AM.

Jul 20, 2014 | 10:57 AM

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SteveMongr

Beach Bum

Joined: Jul 2011

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From: Cape Hatteras, North Carolina

Year: 2000 WJ

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

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Originally Posted by TwoXJS

Hey guys. Been trying to get more work done on my Jeep and in the process, I noticed my control arm bushings are pretty worn out. One of the these days, I'd like to get some good ones, but that'll have to wait for a long while. In the meantime, do you think it'd be a better idea to get all new arms or just replace the bushings? And how hard would either job be to do?

Also, since it's sorta the same topic and has to do with the suspension....I think I may need either adjustable or offset ball joints. My front tires have been wearing a lot more on the outside half, more so the front passenger tire. I think I can get an app that I can hold my phone to the wheel and it'll measure the camber, but what would you recommend? Adjustable or offset? I am planning to get a bigger lift someday, so would that be something to keep in mind?

A printout from an alignment shop is often free. Tell them you do not want any adjustments.