I was able to replace mine without removing the strut, one side i used a clamp to tweak the spring just enough to get the bolts out. Worth a try before going through that extra effort
Hey, thanks for the video. I was struggling today to remove the rear facing nut for the upper control arm on the passenger side today. I’m going to take that bar off tomorrow and try again.
Wow this explains why my car sits way to high after replacing the hole front end suspension. Magnum feel worst and very unbalanced with new suspension😡. If not to much to ask (can I get a measurement from the bottom or fender to the center of axle lock nut) the curb high specs for this car is 12.91 for the front, measurement taken from the frame rail just behind the engine cradle rear mount to the floor. I can't do that working with jack and jack stands. Any advice will be highly appreciated "Anyone with a RWD stock magnum suspension" thanks.
@@nelsonward1985 no problem bro! Thanks for the comment!! 💯💯💯🤝 They held up well so far! I don’t drive that car everyday but it def got some miles and they’re still good!
No prob bro! In some areas rust isn’t as big of an issue. Where I live, it is by the ocean and the air is salty. On top of that in the winter the streets are covered in salt here. So in this area undercoating is needed or the car will have major holes in the structural metal and definitely body within 3-8 years. Also the bolts and nuts will rust so bad they can’t be removed. 😳 anyway take care bro!!! 💯💯🤝
The main symptoms are clunking or the steering might feel a little loose. To check your suspension. Jack up the front end. Grab the wheel with one hand on each end of the tire. Wiggle the wheel from left to right steering motions. If you feel any play, check the tie rod ends. You might need someone to wiggle it for you so you can inspect it if you felt any movement. If it’s tight, then put one hand on the top and the bottom of the wheel. Try to wiggle it up and down. If you feel any play, check the upper ball joint, if there’s play in it you should be able to see it. Whether there is play there or not. Continue to look at the lower ball joints, get someone to move it if needed while you check for play. If any of the ball joints have play, it’s time to replace them. Sometimes the bushings in the control arms can also break. So if you see any bushing split apart or slipping out of the arm. Then they will need to be replaced as well. Good luck with checking your car out bro! 💯 🤝
Try to grip the spinning part with pliers or vice grips. If all else fail take a cut off tool and cut the tip where the nut is on it. Replace any necessary parts. Good luck 💯
I was able to replace mine without removing the strut, one side i used a clamp to tweak the spring just enough to get the bolts out. Worth a try before going through that extra effort
Thanks for the tip bro!
Hey, thanks for the video. I was struggling today to remove the rear facing nut for the upper control arm on the passenger side today. I’m going to take that bar off tomorrow and try again.
You’re very welcome bro!! It is a bit difficult to get to. Good luck with your repair!! 💯💯🤝
Wow this explains why my car sits way to high after replacing the hole front end suspension. Magnum feel worst and very unbalanced with new suspension😡. If not to much to ask (can I get a measurement from the bottom or fender to the center of axle lock nut) the curb high specs for this car is 12.91 for the front, measurement taken from the frame rail just behind the engine cradle rear mount to the floor. I can't do that working with jack and jack stands. Any advice will be highly appreciated "Anyone with a RWD stock magnum suspension" thanks.
I will get on that and check the measurements!! If it was put on improperly it could definitely affect the ride height and handling a bit.
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Just use a 4" inch extension and a swivel adapter to get the air gun in there.
You made it looks so easy bro... Where did you buy your upper control arms?
Got them online bro! I think probably on eBay or Amazon. 💯💯🤝
@@colin7761 thanks bro
How did they hold up? How long did they last?
@@nelsonward1985 no problem bro! Thanks for the comment!! 💯💯💯🤝 They held up well so far! I don’t drive that car everyday but it def got some miles and they’re still good!
@@colin7761 thanks a lot for the help bro...
Thank you for sharing. Could you just replace the ball joint or boot only?
You’re welcome!! You can replace the boot by itself. If the balljoint is bad then the whole arm needs to be replaced.
my buddy wants to give you a sloppy ball joint for this awesome video
Appreciate it brotha!! 😂 🤝💯
🎉 thanks man no more dodge for me
Feel your pain bro
What's on top of all the bolts you put back in?
The liquid stuff bro!? It’s green rust check. Helps prevent rust!!
Right on. Thanks
@@colin7761
No prob bro! In some areas rust isn’t as big of an issue. Where I live, it is by the ocean and the air is salty. On top of that in the winter the streets are covered in salt here. So in this area undercoating is needed or the car will have major holes in the structural metal and definitely body within 3-8 years. Also the bolts and nuts will rust so bad they can’t be removed. 😳 anyway take care bro!!! 💯💯🤝
What was your symptom to replace them?
The main symptoms are clunking or the steering might feel a little loose. To check your suspension. Jack up the front end. Grab the wheel with one hand on each end of the tire. Wiggle the wheel from left to right steering motions. If you feel any play, check the tie rod ends. You might need someone to wiggle it for you so you can inspect it if you felt any movement. If it’s tight, then put one hand on the top and the bottom of the wheel. Try to wiggle it up and down. If you feel any play, check the upper ball joint, if there’s play in it you should be able to see it. Whether there is play there or not. Continue to look at the lower ball joints, get someone to move it if needed while you check for play. If any of the ball joints have play, it’s time to replace them. Sometimes the bushings in the control arms can also break. So if you see any bushing split apart or slipping out of the arm. Then they will need to be replaced as well. Good luck with checking your car out bro! 💯 🤝
Have you DIY the rear differential axle oil seals? Thank you!
I haven’t had to do them yet but as soon as I do them it will be up!!
You are awesome for replying. Thank you, brother.
@@sergioca1208 Thanks bro! I appreciate your comments!
What hapen when spin the hall ting when remove nut what should I do
Try to grip the spinning part with pliers or vice grips. If all else fail take a cut off tool and cut the tip where the nut is on it. Replace any necessary parts. Good luck 💯
Thank you for sharing my friend very helpful
You’re welcome bro! Thanks for the comment! 💯 🤝
Are we required to grease the upper ball joints before installing or after installing? I’m working on a Dodge charger 08 R/T
If it has a grease fitting at the ball joint then it is a good idea to grease it. Thanks for the comment!!
Good job - thank you!
Thanks for the comment!! I appreciate it! :) 💯🤝
You're the best
Thanks bro 💯💯💯🤝
Nice
You the man lol
Thanks bro!! 💯