Replacing rear control arms

[davintosh]

Originally Posted by DillonInCO

Bumping this thread because I need to replace my rear upper control arms as well and have the same question. Dealer wanted to sell me the value line kit, which I think they said was close to $400. Febi parts are $53.75 each from Pelican. There is also Lemfoerder which is about $100 a piece. I would pay that extra price for that if the quality is worth it, but I have to wonder how much of a difference there is. So, anyone still running Febi RUCAs? How have they held up?

Also, someone mentioned a DIY for replacement earlier in this thread, did that ever get done? Are there any good ones elsewhere? For some reason I'm having the hardest time finding service info online.

Replacing the control arms is pretty straightforward; like the others said, pretty much unbolt the old & bolt up the new. Some of it is hard to get to though, so it's a workout, especially if you're like me & don't have access to a lift.

Another couple of things you might consider replacing are the ball joint and integral link (#2 & 4 in the diagram below.) I replaced the whole works (along with the wheel bearings) on my X5 earlier this year, and it made a world of difference. I have a tool for removing/replacing the ball joint; I'd be happy to lend it out if you need it.