Lower control arm

Hi,

The pictures did not come through. The control arm and axle repair are something that can be done at home however, the alignment is not. That will require an alignment machine.

The pictures will help but it does sound like a control arm issue as those hold the wheel in a specific position. However, the axle will need to be checked to see if it operates.

Here is a guide that explains the symptoms of a bad axle however, if you pull it off, you should be able to move it around the bearings freely. If it binds then you will need to replace it.

Let me know if you can resend the pictures. Thanks

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-cv-axle-joint

Yes. The component I circled is a sway bar end link. Looks like you need that and the lower control arm. I can't make out any other components but clearly you will need to inspect them as you go.

Also, yes you can do all this in the drive way and then as long as the alignment shop is not more than 5-10 miles, I would just drive it. With new components it is going to be close so you won't do any damage in that short distance.

Sounds great. One thing I didn't mention is the tie rod. If this is bent then you will need to change it or they will not be able to align it. Just make sure the joint is tight where it connects to the knuckle and the rod is not bent and you will be good to go.

Thanks for the update. Unfortunately when these things happen it is like an union when you get it apart. Thanks for using 2CarPros.