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radunegru · #2 06-01-2005, 04:33 PM

There is a lot to write about the suspension issue.
First of all what is the symptom, mileage on the car and its condition.
Start with the cheapest and easiest parts to replace.
Front:
Sway bar bushings (4 total , 2 on the lower control arm , 2 on the sway bar bracket) cost around $20 time 20min DIY
Rear
Sway bar links 2X $8 time 30min .
This will improve the ride a lot.
At the time you will do those replacements you will have the opportunity to inspect al others rubber bushings.
Front look at lower control arm bushings
Check the play in ball joints(lower ball joint from control arm) and all tie rods and central link and steering dumper.

Rear:
check the bushings at all remaining 4 links plus !!!!!check the sub frame bushings.
If the rubber is hard and cracked change them but you are looking at around $300 per side DIY. After that you will need an alignment.
Also look at the wheel bearing play an all 4 wheels.

I think you got enough homework for today. Good luck.
see attached pictures.