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Old 10-11-2020, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Diesel911 View Post

There is no kit with high end parts.
One supplier offers this. Aftermarket, but at least not the elcheapo eBay kit

https://tinyurl.com/y3pso8gx

The link is from merc sauce and listed as 123 Chassis Lower Front Suspension Ultimate Restoration Kit. It doesn't include everything, but has a guide as to what may be needed.

On my 85, the ball joints and control arm bushings seemed to still be good (they have been replaced from time to time). We did put in new guide rod mounts and bushings and while about it, also new springs although there was really no need. Haven't done subframe mounts either, but they are a common item, but not for vibration.

For vibration, most causes have been mentioned. In my '85's case, causes were tires, tire balance weights off, wheel bearings, flex joints, motor and tranny mounts, drive shaft mid bearing.
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