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Old Dec 11, 2020 | 08:43 AM
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It is a known thing that used control arms are a big risk. I found a posting on Ebay that supports the "big risk" part. If you look at the pictures, you will see cracked bushings. As far as I am concerned, that control arm can be considered failed. Though it might last for couple thousand miles.

The posting meant for new owners or people considering using used control arms.




https://www.ebay.com/itm/Passenger-U...YAAOSwlQNfsUtm

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There are few parts I would consider worthless as far as used parts go, suspension components are generally among them. Those are shot. You can get aftermarket replacements for $275 on amazon, and, while not OEM quality, they'll last longer than these.
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There are few parts I would consider worthless as far as used parts go, suspension components are generally among them. Those are shot. You can get aftermarket replacements for $275 on amazon, and, while not OEM quality, they'll last longer than these.
AWD is an exception to that, but for around the same price you actually get a brand new OEM arm instead.
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I've asked this question and haven't gotten a reponse, so aftermarket control arms do last longer than OEM even though they're are a lot cheaper?
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Originally Posted by Boogie2Lex
I've asked this question and haven't gotten a reponse, so aftermarket control arms do last longer than OEM even though they're are a lot cheaper?
I personally don't think so. But some people who have aftermarket arms installed are welcome to provide feedback.
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