Hello all. I've recently been doing a lot of work on the suspension of my car, mainly with making the front end safer for when the power comes. The car has 181k on the ODO and thus far, I have put in a GMPP sway bar, Monroe struts, and a new engine mount. HOLY CRAP that engine mount made a difference! However, I am still getting a clunk every time I turn the steering wheel to the right sitting still. Also, I get a 'grind' that is consistent with the engine when accelerating off the line to about 10 mph, or turning around 15-20 mph. I found out the right ball joint is popping up when the steering wheel is turned and I have come to realize it's time for those to be replaced, along with the control arm bushings.
I have a couple questions
1) Should I replace the tranny mount too? I bought one and inspected the old one, but it still appears to be holding up okay. It has cracks around it, but it does not look like it has leaked.
2) Should I replace the control arms and tie-rod ends too? All of this stuff is OEM from the factory, so it has mild rust and corrosion. I figured since I will have to get a front-end alignment anyways, I might as well get the control arms, bushings, ball joints, and tie-rod ends done at once, then get an alignment.
3) If I do get new control arms, which should I go with? Dorman - 40$, Mevotech - 56$, or Moog - 70$? The ball joint is included with the arm. I know Moog is the performance line, but it is also steeper in price. ZZP CA's are out of the question (sadly lol). What I'm basically asking here is, will I be hitting myself in the head for making a bad decision and buying cheap CA's and ball joints?
Thanks!
Originally Posted by TLSheff
