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1996 Ford Contour cannot identify a part

Tiny
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  • 1996 FORD CONTOUR
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An arm connected to the bottom of the wheel hub going toward the front, about a foot and a half long. The other end connects to the body. It looks and is located where a torsion bar would be, but theres no adjustment, its just a bar, but the bushing are worn causing a shaking and a metal on metal sound when hitting a bump. Parts stores dont seem to carry any part fitting this.
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 10:14 AM

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Tiny
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Front suspension below


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_suspension_contour_1.jpg

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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 10:19 AM
Tiny
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Which item number are you talking about.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/561653_Front_suspension_exp_96_Contour_1.jpg

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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 10:20 AM
Tiny
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Sorry, its on the rear. looks like this


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/306775_99387_Graphic3_81_1.jpg



https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/306775_99387_Graphic2_81_1.jpg

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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 10:45 AM
Tiny
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Most places call that a strut rod. Your going to have to go to the dealer for that.
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 10:47 AM
Tiny
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Even for bushings?
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 11:00 AM
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I'd be surprised if the bushings are even sold separately. You'll probably have to buy the whole rod.
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 11:02 AM
Tiny
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Thanks
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Wednesday, October 27th, 2010 AT 11:14 AM

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