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Old 12-11-2005, 10:23 PM
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Originally Posted by 1983/300CD
I had the upper control arm replaced by a local mechanic. He started with the car on the lift without supporting the lower portion. When he disassembled the UCA, the shock sheared off its bolts and the spring shot out.
Just a word of caution.
I'd think twice about going to him again......
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