Some maintenance done...

[Jorgie Hidalgo]

dropped off the truck yesterday and got an oil change, new brake pads, transmission flush and brake fluid flush. cars running a little better. still got that engine knocking problem though. but they told me that i need to replace my upper control arm. what is this?and how much would it cost?im going to fix it when i drive back up to school after spring break in mid march. im heading home tomorrow woooo. so this control arm thing...wat is it and what does it do?

 

[Don Tomczak]

The Upper Control Arm (UCA) is the upper pivot point for you front suspension. I also need to replace mine because of bad bushings and am trying to convince my wife I "need" to lift it. I am not sure that any damage can be done by driving on it, but I would recommend against driving if you don't have to. As far as cost, if you have a Firestone Complete Auto Care Center near by they can order you a new UCA with bushings for 125 a side.

 

[Jorgie Hidalgo]

damn. so 250-ish for both sides??wow. well i guess ill replace them i dont wanna put my trac through worse than it already goes through. thanks Don

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

MOOG makes a Problem Solver UCA that has greasable bushings.



Also, Worn, corroded or damaged radius arm bushings/mounting brackets (see link)