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Jul 6, 2004 | 05:52 AM

Golfmore

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From: Centennial, CO

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Where are the radius arms? (Please be easy on me). And how do I check the bushings? Thanks for any help.

Jul 6, 2004 | 01:54 PM

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what year? You may not have them depending on your year.

Jul 6, 2004 | 05:48 PM

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1992.... I know it needs shocks, and am going to replace the fronts. Do you have any suggestions as to what kind etc? Thanks.

Jul 8, 2004 | 03:17 PM

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Sorry I dont have any pictures for ya or anything... but basically the radius arm is the piece that connects to your front axle, just under the springs, and goes back a foot or two or so, bends in a little, and connects to the radium arm bracket. Replacing the bushings is a major job if its never been done before as you have to grind off rivets, etc. If it's already been done, they'll be bolts instead of rivets, but its still a major task.

Jul 8, 2004 | 04:23 PM

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Thanks for the help.

Jul 14, 2004 | 06:40 AM

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I put a full set (4) of Monroe Reflex shocks on this guy. What a difference. I have checked almost everthing, and all seems to be well. I bought the shcoks from PepBoys, and they put them on for $40. Not too bad for me. They also installed a bug deflector for free. And... then they called me and asked what I thought of their service. I will write a letter to the manager complienting them on prompt, competent service. Now I just have to get the heat shield for the cat welded. Having a little trouble finding some one that will do it reasonably.