1997 Mercury Cougar Just Want Make Sure Correct New Control Arms Wife

1997 MERCURY COUGAR
130,000 MILES
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CSTAFF25
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I just want to make sure I am correct, but it looks like I need new control arms. My wife was driving and that bottom arm just dropped from the ball joint. Also I am not sure what the little thing is that is hanging from the joint? It apparently was broke off I noticed after a little inspection. I can get better pictures if need be.
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Nov 8, 2012 at 5:53 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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IT looks like the lower ball joint needs replaced.
Nov 8, 2012 at 6:14 PM
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