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Old 05-22-2005, 09:17 PM
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Talking help front end

both of my front tires are wearing on the inside and i need help finding the cause and ordering the parts.
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Old 05-22-2005, 09:24 PM
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get the alignment checked first before you replace anything. If the car's a 123, chances are the lower control arm bushings are worn out. Also check the boots on the upper control arms, the tie rods and the ball joints while you're at it and replace them if theyre ripped.
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Old 05-22-2005, 09:30 PM
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Cool front thanks

thanks a lot you gave me a starting point that is what i was asking
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Old 05-22-2005, 09:38 PM
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wagon

john hef is your parts wagon for sell????????????
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