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Old 04-08-2013, 02:36 PM   #1
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Do I need an alignment after replacing a LCA?
My ball joint is bad again and I think im going to replace the whole LCA. Will I need an alignment? It's on a 2002 zx3


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My ball joint is bad again and I think im going to replace the whole LCA. Will I need an alignment? It's on a 2002 zx3
Yeah, to do it right w/o tire wear & alignment issues. How 'bout replacing both sides, since your there. And how are the tie rods? Check the cv boots & brakes too. Hows the rack lines also? Might be some upsells there=LOL
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I actually just replaced both but one I found out was defective. Within just a few months the steering knuckle is loose right around the ball joint area. Now I have to track down where I bought it and see if they'll warrenty it. I hope this wasn't one of the parts I bought off RockAuto
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I actually just replaced both but one I found out was defective. Within just a few months the steering knuckle is loose right around the ball joint area. Now I have to track down where I bought it and see if they'll warrenty it. I hope this wasn't one of the parts I bought off RockAuto
How 'bout buying things like that from Steve at Toulsey Ford or a dealer?
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How 'bout buying things like that from Steve at Toulsey Ford or a dealer?

haha, i should have. Live and learn I guess.
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