It's probably a good idea to get all three links and replace them. I got a SEARS 2 jaw puller to do mine. I also used a fork on one of the joints. I had to remove the rubber boot on the drag link on the drivers side on my 300SE (W126). It acted like a small shock absorber. Good luck.

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Warren

Currently 1965 220Sb, 2002 FORD Crown Vic Police Interceptor

Had 1965 220SEb, 1967 230S, 280SE 4.5, 300SE (W126), 420SEL

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