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Old 11-14-2006, 02:57 AM
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Does anyone have any experience replacing the guide rod bushing in the lower control arm. Had a leak in the lower oil cooler line for some time prior to acquiring the car and it leaked all over the drivers side lower control arm and brakes, it has just about destroyed the rubber bushing at the end of the guide rod. I've had a squeaking noise for some time and now its getting really annoying.

I know where to get the part...just need to know what am I getting myself into. Seems it might not be that bad to replace as long as I dont need to remove the coil spring to gain access to the bolt, washers and bushings.
Guide Rod, Lower Control Arm Bushing and Eccentric Pin Replacement
on the 1985 300SD
http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/W126GuideRod

W126 Guide Rod Mount Replacement
Suspension Bearing Bracket guide rod mount replacement
on the 1985 300SD
by whunter
http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/W126GuideRod

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