Ran over a curb... repairs?

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Also check tie rod, those usually bend too.  Might want to open up CV joint
or replace with used to be safe but those usually hold up pretty well.  I
recommend getting some used parts to replace like contorl arm, but new ball
joints and tie rods are a good idea.

Javad


In a message dated 5/26/2002 6:08:28 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
millerds at muohio.edu writes:


> I ran over a curb last night in my '90 80Q, pretty entirely my own fault.
> After I coaxed the car back home, and took off the front wheel tonight
> several things became apparent.  The wheel itself was rubbing against the
> inner wheel well the few blocks until home, as well as the rubber being
> rather badly nicked (I was afraid the tire would explode).  With the wheel
> off, it is obvious the lower control arm is severly bent, and the ball
> joints look in bad shape.  Is there anything else I should look for damage
> wise?  Also, where can I purchase a new control arm, and where can I find
> some instructions on installing it?
>
> Thanks,
> David Miller
>