2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Lower contol arm ???'s

[TravisG]

Okay, I gotta change a lower control arm on the pass. side tomorrow. Any suggestions, tips etc. I think if I block the wheel off both front and back (thanx Tommy) I will not have to worry about the axle moving to much, and if it throws it out of alignment I can limp it to the shop.



2nd question. My arrows on the lc arms are pointing in opposite directions. From what I have read in Brents alignment specs, that means that the truck was forced into alignment. If I reset these the same, and then have the truck looked at would that make for a better alignment, or can I just take those specs in and have them do it that way.



Thanks in advance. I could really use some suggestions on this one.

 

[wcjp]

Using a Sharpee mark the current location of the arrows. It may be necessary to loosen some bolts on either/both sides to coax the new control arm in. Don't worry about aligning the arrows until all bolts are in and threaded.

 

[Extreme1]

Be sure to support the truck on the frame rails with jackstands. Don't be surprised if the bolts twist off at the eccentrics. You might want to check to see if you can find some before start to be safe.

 

[NVR FNSH]

Why do you have to replace the arm? Or are you just replacing the bushings?



Brian

 

[CumminsPower98]

You shouldn't have to jack it up or anything. I was able to remove all of mine one at a time so I could tack weld the bushings that were loose.

 

[TravisG]

Thanks for the replies fellas. NVR FINISH I have to change the control arm because it somehow got bent. I can't figure out how, and can't remember the last time it was up on the rack. I am going outside right now to jump into this monster. I will let ya know how it turns out.

 

[Hummin Cummins]

I had to replace mine too. It was bent when i bought it. Do yourself a favor and get a new cambolt. I had to cut mine off, it was rusted fast to the bushing sleeve.