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Old 10-18-2009   #1 (permalink)
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Default Removing rear control arms

I'm replacing the bushings in the rear suspension and i have read i need new control arm hardware when i put it back together. I can't find anywhere that sells them. Any help?
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I bought new control arms and bushings -- the kit did not contain new bolts and nuts. I read somewhere that it is recommended to reuse the original OEM bolts and nuts.
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Which bushings are you replacing? Upper, lower, housing, or did you buy the whole kit?
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Bought the kit.
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UPR has the set of nuts and bolts for the rear control arms,just found it today
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