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Old 04-13-2007, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by 1983/300CD View Post
When I first got my car, I had a local shop attempt to replace my UCA.
They put it up on the lift, took apart the UCA, and...

POW! The shock tore out of the LCA, and almost killed the guy.
I've replaced the UCA in a 123. Had no such trauma. Shock not involved. Must of had lower shock bolt issues, something an experienced mechanic would have checked for, as can be dangerous. Another simple DIY. LCA completely different story.
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