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I need to replace the lower control arm bushings and crush sleeves on the hardbody. Any info on where to buy new ones. Thanks.


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I would go with OEM from ABC Wholesale. Check the sponsor link.
 
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And get ready for a grand old time getting the old ones out. Had to use a torch on mine.


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Just get the torch out right from the start. It actually is pretty easy that way.

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get a hole saw for a drill and drill bushing out the cut sleeve with "saws all" cut it top and bottom just threw the slvve and you wont mess anything up then just tap them out


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thanks guys. I already have them out. Lots of torching and "saws alling". Not bad though. Got them out in 30 minutes or so. Will the metal crush sleeve come with the bushing. Thanks for your input.


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Went to rockauto.com and saw Spicer "red label" parts for cheap. What does this mean. Are they worth trying or should i just go moog.


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if its not OEM then MOOG


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Good deal on going with rockauto.com. They’re the best cheapest place for aftermarket parts. Awesome customer service.

You have red label and blue label. Red label is the cheap low quality parts. Blue label is the expensive High quality part.

justinHB is right. MOOG is the best, better than OEM when it comes to suspension and steering parts. Simple if you go with cheap parts 6 months later you will be doing the work again. Especially when it comes to parts you replace once in a blue moon.

I've replaced both my front LCA bushing and strut rod bushings. I recommend knocking out the strut rod bushings when you are putting the LCA back on.

Strut rod bushing kit

LCA bushing


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Didn't see any blue label. Just red label. Thanks on the info.


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