Rear control arm Help - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

86benzo190D · #1 04-27-2011, 04:49 AM

I am in the process of putting in the in the new rear control arm the second on from the bottom (pulling strut and many other names). The only problem I am having is the lower bolt the one that goes to the hub is to big to go threw the hole. So what do I do drill it out press it in?

here is some pics.

86benzo190D · #2 04-27-2011, 07:21 AM

The arm is the control arm stay. The bushings on both sides were shot so I ordered the whole arm instead of the bushings. Now I am not to sure I did the right thing.

I can give more pictures if needed. I would really appreciate any help ofr suggestions.

babymog · #3 04-27-2011, 09:42 AM

As mentioned in your other / double posting of this, you needed to order the bolt kit. Ordering from Fastlane or any other place I've seen this arm for sale there is a note telling you which bolt kit needs to be ordered.

winmutt · #4 04-27-2011, 11:18 AM

Hrm no I used this same bolt. There should be a tube that pops out for the different size bolts. Where did you get this arm kit? What brand? I did mine recently and it was the Kragen kit.

86benzo190D · #5 04-27-2011, 11:33 AM

Sorry for double posting just trying to get feed back a little quicker. I guess that did not work.
I did notice this, but I did see why they would want you to replace the sleeve with a repair kit. I might as well have bought the bushings then huh. Because taking the sleeves in and out I will have to press them correct?

First site
Upper position front.On models prior to listed chassis cut-offs or when replacing earlier version (1) 210 350 45 06 control arm repair kit and (1) 210 352 00 43 sleeve are required per side.;New Style;

Second site
Rear Upper Front;;Use 2 x 210 352 00 43 Sleeve w/ 10mm Bolts or 2 x 12mm diameter 210 350 45 06 Bolt Kit;Packing Size:EA; Per Car Qty:2;

Since the top bolts do work and lock correctly I am debating going and buying the right size for the bottom. Anyone tried this?