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Guys, what are symptoms of the front suspension lower control arm failure? thanks

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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 09:11 AM
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Guys, what are symptoms of the front suspension lower control arm failure? thanks
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I feel it the most when pulling in from the street at low speed going up over an uneven driveway cutout. It doesn't seem to matter whether I'm going straight or at an angle. The tie rod ends have been changed, the inners are fine, but still the "ka-thunk" sound over that uneven transition.

It is also feels a little "floaty" at speed over rough pavement on two lane highways. Sometimes it displays a minor tendency to wander like the alignment is upset - because in fact, it is.

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The suspension is totally loose, your car should handle very nicely
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