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Torquing Control Arm Bolts Using A Jack
I have installed new control arms and I am at the point where I need to torque the bushing bolts. I have my car up on ramps but that gives me very limited access to the nuts, to work my … Continue reading
Ball Joint/Control Arm Survey
Control arm brand advice “I just replaced both A-arms with the $38 ones from FCP. Considering it only takes less than 30 minutes per arm to change, I don’t care if they only last 1-2 years. Also, I’d like to … Continue reading
850 Control Arm Fiasco… Replacement Methods and Parts
Control Arm Replacement Methods and Parts This isn’t a tutorial, but warns of a few gotchas with getting parts from the dealer or a Volvo parts shop before you start this job. Also, this covers how to remove stubborn bolts … Continue reading
Wheel turned while going straight
Alignment Necessary After Suspension Work? I recently got my lower control arm done, and apparently this threw off my alignment even more then it was before. Originally my steering wheel was barely off. When I am going straight ahead, I … Continue reading
Any special tools needed to replace control arms?
The control arms can come in two types: one has 2 bolts through the pivot bushings, and the other has 4 bolts through the sub-frame. The 2-bolt type is quite easy to do and standard tools (metric sockets, hammer, pry … Continue reading