1979 Ford Mustang ball joint

Tiny
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  • 1979 FORD MUSTANG
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 105,000 MILES
Do I have to replace the control arm
Saturday, February 14th, 2009 AT 10:04 PM

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Tiny
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Yes. The lower ball joint is an integral part of the lower control arm. If the ball joint is defective, the entire lower control arm assembly must be replaced.

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Saturday, February 14th, 2009 AT 10:07 PM

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