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Originally Posted by otto huber
I've decided to replace the LCA bushing and ball joint to address the pop and wheel looseness I get when making a hard right turn. The sound is coming from the front left side of the car. I've replaced everything else in the suspension/steering system save the box, but the noise only happens when the car is moving so I think the box is okay.
From what I've read some brands of bushings don't press in correctly, and Lemfoerder ball joints need the MB press where as Pex brand ball joints don't. I noticed that Phil sells a Moog ball joint. Does anyone know anything about the quality of that ball joint and whether or not it needs the MB press? Thanks
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They all require special tools to install.
Here are threads to explain the issues.
Ball Joint Nightmare - chapter 2
Ball Joint Nightmare - chapter 2 - PeachParts Mercedes ShopForum
Advanced Auto Ball Joint Press Tool
Advanced Auto Ball Joint Press Tool - PeachParts Mercedes ShopForum
Lower Ball Joint Replacement Question
Lower Ball Joint Replacement Question - PeachParts Mercedes ShopForum
Lower ball joints can be done without the MB tool
Lower ball joints can be done without the MB tool - PeachParts Mercedes ShopForum
Write up - Ball Joints & Lower Control Arm Bushings & Tool Review (PICS!)
Write up - Ball Joints & Lower Control Arm Bushings & Tool Review (PICS!) - PeachParts Mercedes ShopForum
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