07 LS460 Control Arm Bushings
03-13-17, 07:35 PM
#16
Lexus Fanatic
This is about the best I can do on my work computer. As you can see, I also purchased the end links. If you decide on these, keep in mind that there are online discount codes you can apply to your order. This one is good for 5% off your order: 5822665651593970
MAS SL64181 (Daily Driver) Front Left; OE Design
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1MAS SL64181 (Daily Driver) Front Left; OE Design
MAS Warranty Information
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MAS SL64182 (Daily Driver) Front Right; OE DesignMAS Warranty Information
Limited lifetime
MAS CB64087 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball Joint Front Left Upper ForwardMAS Warranty Information
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MAS CB64087
MAS CB64224 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball Joint Front Right Lower ForwardMAS Warranty Information
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MAS CB64097 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball Joint Info Front Left Upper RearwardMAS Warranty Information
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MAS CB64088 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball Joint Front Right Upper ForwardMAS Warranty Information
Limited lifetime
MAS CB64088
MAS CB64098 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball Joint Front Right Upper RearwardMAS Warranty Information
Limited lifetime
MAS CB64098
MAS CB64223 (Daily Driver) Complete Arm w/ Ball JointFront Left Lower ForwardMAS Warranty Information
Limited lifetime
MAS CB64223
Suspension : Control Arm
MEVOTECH CMS861076 **#MS861076} (Daily Driver) SupremeFront Right Lower RearwardMEVOTECH Warranty Information
Supreme Chassis & Terrain Tough - Limited Lifetime, Original Grade Chassis - 5 year, 100,000km, Strut Mount - 1 Year, 20,000km, Bellow Kits - 90 days, Boot Kits - Limited Lifetime, Hubs,bearings,seals - 1 Year, 20,000km
MEVOTECH CMS861076
MEVOTECH CMS861075 **#MS861075} (Daily Driver) Supreme Front Left Lower RearwardMEVOTECH Warranty Information
Supreme Chassis & Terrain Tough - Limited Lifetime, Original Grade Chassis - 5 year, 100,000km, Strut Mount - 1 Year, 20,000km, Bellow Kits - 90 days, Boot Kits - Limited Lifetime, Hubs,bearings,seals - 1 Year, 20,000km
MEVOTECH CMS861075
Last edited by roadfrog; 03-13-17 at 07:39 PM.
03-13-17, 11:12 PM
#17
It's impossible to judge someone's wrenching abilities and tool assortment but in my opinion the control arm replacement job should be done by a real mechanic. By no means do they have to have ever touched a Lexus before. Separating the ball joints can be tricky and there's always problems. I don't think an alignment is needed unless your steering wheel is off. I didn't align my car after changing the struts and control arms and I have no problems.
03-14-17, 01:25 AM
#18
Lexus Fanatic
I'm about to dive into this project on my 07 LS460 as well. I see where I can buy all eight of the MAS control arms for $485 and change from Rock Auto. I'm planning to do this myself. I live near a military base that has an Auto Hobby shop with a car lift and all the non-specialty tools (I'm retired military) that would be specific to Lexus.
Do I need any Lexus specialty tools or additional parts to pull this off?
Is it necessary to change the shocks/struts at the same time?
Any pitfalls to watch for when doing this kind of work?
Will I need a wheel alignment afterwards? (I'm assuming yes, but thought I'd ask)
Thanks for your advice!
Tom
Do I need any Lexus specialty tools or additional parts to pull this off?
Is it necessary to change the shocks/struts at the same time?
Any pitfalls to watch for when doing this kind of work?
Will I need a wheel alignment afterwards? (I'm assuming yes, but thought I'd ask)
Thanks for your advice!
Tom
As for wheel alignment....to each their own, but for the extra 75 bucks after all that work...seemed like a no-brainer to me. The important thing to do is index (pre-load) everything before tightening everything up, or you'll be re-doing the control arms again.
03-14-17, 08:57 AM
#19
Lexus Test Driver
This a relatively easy DIY, IF you aren't replacing the ball joints. However, when replacing the control arms, often the ball joints will get damaged. You do not need to replace the shocks/struts, but since the suspension is already apart, I figured I'd do those too.
As for wheel alignment....to each their own, but for the extra 75 bucks after all that work...seemed like a no-brainer to me. The important thing to do is index (pre-load) everything before tightening everything up, or you'll be re-doing the control arms again.
As for wheel alignment....to each their own, but for the extra 75 bucks after all that work...seemed like a no-brainer to me. The important thing to do is index (pre-load) everything before tightening everything up, or you'll be re-doing the control arms again.
Also, just to expound a bit on the indexing process, if not done, the bushing will be incorrectly positioned and some have reported that the car will sit higher than OEM-spec, due to the bushings being in a bound-up position and not in its natural performance state. As Chris stated, this will cause an incredibly rapid rate of wear on the bushings and they will have to be replaced much sooner than later, as the bushing will literally be "tearing" within themselves.
03-14-17, 09:03 AM
#20
Lexus Test Driver
I also found some bushings for $77 for 10
https://www.1aauto.com/2007--lexus-l...tm_content=SFK
I am going to make sure these are not poly. I heard they are to rough and the ride will not be a lexus like
https://www.1aauto.com/2007--lexus-l...tm_content=SFK
I am going to make sure these are not poly. I heard they are to rough and the ride will not be a lexus like
When I had my uppers done at Lexus in Dec. '15, the SAM told me that the new revised OEM arms/bushing material was poly.
I was surprised to hear that, because as many of us know, poly bushings can be noisy and not last as long and some even require lubricating over time.
Now, again... taking into account that you, at times, you have to take what these dealership SA's/SAM's say with a grain of salt, your comment reminded me of that conversation I had with the SAM before my car went in for repair.
Just my 2 cents...
03-16-17, 09:21 PM
#21
Driver School Candidate
Rock Auto is slightly cheaper at $482. Plus, they're warranty is lifetime. They also use known manufacturers like Moog, MAS, Mevotech, etc. That said, I wouldn't have a problem with the source you provided as well. But for about the same price, I'd go Rockauto, as they are a reputed company with great reviews. I was very happy with them.
03-17-17, 05:56 AM
#22
Toyota doesn't have a factory that make these arms. They just source them and mark them up through the chain a couple times and they get to the inflated price. OEM parts make some people feel good though. Also pays for the free donuts and loaner cars.
03-17-17, 08:39 AM
#23
Lexus Fanatic
That pretty much sums it up. Someone posted that the OE factory arms are made in either China or Malaysia or India. They are definitely NOT made in Japan.
03-17-17, 12:49 PM
#25
Lexus Test Driver
03-17-17, 02:28 PM
#26
Lexus Fanatic
03-17-17, 03:57 PM
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