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03-27-2012, 04:40 AM
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The arms are easy enough but if the ball joints mounted in the hubs haven't been replaced before they will be a nightmare to remove. These chaps:
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03-27-2012, 09:22 AM
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I just switched out my front control arms. If you have the right tools, it's an easy 15-20 minute job.
An impact gun(I got battery opperated dewalt from lowes) makes loosening the bolts a breeze! A ball joint separator (i think that's what it's called) makes it easy as well. You can either buy one from any auto store ($10) OR Advance Auto let me use a loaner tool - it's $30 but they give it back once you return it.
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06-26-2012, 12:04 PM
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Finished the job myself a few months ago. The X5 handles GREAT again! (only 58K miles on an '05)
What should I do with the old parts (thrust arms, lower control arms, sway bar links)? Seems a shame to throw them into the recycling bin when all they need are new bushings and ball joints. Heck, I'll give the old parts away.
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