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Originally Posted by ichbineinekrous
Is it possible to just replace tie rod end and upper control arm joint boots or do I have to get the whole enchilada?
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The dealer can provide replacement grease boots. Also, parts stores sell replacement boots, although they don't "secure" at the bottom like the originals. They
might work in a pinch.
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Originally Posted by ichbineinekrous
Will I need an alignment after replacing just the lower ball joints?
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Yes. Can you get away with putting it off until you complete the rest of the job? Probably, depending on the condition of the old joints and the extent to which previous alignments had compensated for existing wear.