Rear Lower Control Arms The rear lower control arm on your car works to keep the wheel in alignment and provides additional stability and control on the road. These parts are used in double wishbone suspension systems. Failure of a lower control arm will create problems in your rear suspension system. We offer online shopping for all of your auto parts needs. Enter the name of the part you need into our locator bar to search our national database of auto parts. The rear lower control arms on your vehicle works with the upper control arms to keep the wheels on your car aligned. The connection of the wheel to the control arms allows the wheel to swivel and move up and down over road surfaces. A worn out control arm or bushing can cause problems with the camber setting of your vehicle’s alignment. Control arms can become damaged due to accidents, hitting a large pothole or running over a curb. They can also fail due to age although the bushings will normally wear out first. Replacing a control arm is not usually difficult but you may need to have the vehicle aligned afterwards. Newer vehicles employ both front and rear end alignment. In some cases, you may be able to make the needed adjustments yourself. If you notice that a rear tire appears to be at an unusual angle, tilting inwards or outwards, you may want to inspect the control arms and bushings. Another sign of control arm failure will be unusual handling or excessive tire wear. Unless the arm was damaged in an accident, you should consider replacing both sides at the same time. Do not forget the bushings when you order your […]
Front Upper Control Arms
Front Upper Control Arms The front upper control arm on your car is just one part of the front suspension. The upper control arm is the piece that prevents the wheel from moving in a sideways direction. When the arm fails, your tire can tilt at an angle. When you need suspension parts, we can help you find everything you need at cheap prices. You do not need to waste your time searching all over the Internet. Enter the name of the part into our locator bar and get search results from our national auto parts database. The tire and brake housing is connected to a bearing that is attached to a spindle or knuckle. The spindle allows the wheel to turn and move up and down. The base of the upper control arm assembly attaches to the frame of your vehicle. This attachment pivots on a bushing. The end attached to the knuckle pivots with a ball joint. If the control arm on your vehicle is in good condition, you may only need to replace the bushings. Not all vehicles use the upper arm. Many vehicles with front-wheel drive use struts and only have a lower control arm. When you replace parts on the front end of your vehicle, you will often need to have a front-end alignment done. If you are the least bit unsure, have the alignment checked. Even a slight problem can cause poor handling and increase the wear on your tires. Remember to use caution when you are working on suspension systems. In a coil spring assembly, the spring is compressed about halfway. The jack must be place properly, under the lower control arm, to prevent the spring from releasing […]
Used Loaded Beam Axles
Used Loaded Beam Axles Although loaded beam axles are extremely durable, if a vehicle with loaded beam axles gets in an accident or carries a load beyond its means, they can be known to break. One benefit of loaded beam axles however, is that they are cheaper than other types of axles; so if you find that you need to replace a loaded beam axle on your high load vehicle, buying a used replacement will not be too expensive. However, the problem with finding a loaded beam axle may not be the price, but their availability. A replacement axle would need to come from the same make and model as your vehicle; if you own an older or more rare vehicle, you could have a difficult time finding a replacement axle; this is where Pro Auto USA can be beneficial to you. Pro Auto USA’s Parts Finder Tool: Our parts finder tool is the easiest and most convenient way to find a replacement loaded beam axle for your vehicle. Our network of suppliers extends across the United States, giving us a great means by which to find any used auto part you could need. Using the parts finder tool is easy; all you have to do is fill out the information on your vehicle, fill out your personal information, and we will search our database of suppliers to find you a loaded beam axle that will fit your truck, and the part will be provided to you at the best price possible. What exactly is a Loaded Beam Axle? Many people are confused by the difference between a loaded beam axle and other axles. At its most basic, a loaded beam axle is a straight […]
