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d1rt [A4 Pröjekt]
06-25-2006, 06:21 PM
Mine need to be replaced. I know what I need and I have the tools or can get what I need easily. Are they difficult to replace?

MikekiM@PureMS
06-26-2006, 04:31 PM
But they do take some patience.
If you're in an area where rust is a problem, then you'll definitely encounter some problems with the upper pinch bolt that secures the upper arms into the spindle.
That bolt is notorious for causing problems and will most certainly be heavily rusted.

Removing that bolt is the most difficult task, which once completed makes the rest of the process a cakewalk by comparison.

d1rt [A4 Pröjekt]
06-27-2006, 01:37 AM
Are there any "differant" tools i will need or are most just the standard car tools. And would it be easier to just replace the bushing or the whole front upper arms at once. Because im about %60 sure the bushing are the problem. Lemme know.

MikekiM@PureMS
06-27-2006, 08:49 AM
There aren't any special tools needed. Simple hand tools are all that's necessary.

d1rt [A4 Pröjekt]
06-27-2006, 10:57 PM
You sure? Have you done this job before? Im just wondering how you learnred what you are telling me. Cuz im probably going to do it myself. It'll save me about $700. So it worth it. Damn shop prices.

MikekiM@PureMS
06-30-2006, 09:10 PM
In order to replace the bushing you have to take the arm out.

If you're taking the arm out, it's much easier to simply put in a new arm, than to press the bushing in/out, and replace the arm. That doesn't change the fact also that the rubber boot on the joint is still prone to failure.