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Re: Lower control arm removal
#713926 10/31/05 02:56 PM
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So is it not necessary to remove the tie rod, end-link, or brake assembly?

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Re: Lower control arm removal
#713927 10/31/05 03:11 PM
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Originally posted by Bradness:
It's not necessary to cut the bolts, although it will make the job go quicker provided your local Ford dealer has replacement bolts in stock.






Or local hardware caries 8.8 grade bolts and up like mine does.

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Re: Lower control arm removal
#713928 10/31/05 03:21 PM
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Originally posted by rkneeshaw3.0:
So is it not necessary to remove the tie rod, end-link, or brake assembly?



Nope. The whole strut and knuckle/hub ass. stays right where it is.


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