Need a little help.....

[Subfixer]

Took my upper & lower front control arms to my local machine shop to get old bushings pressed out & new bushings pressed in. They did the uppers ok, but while installing the bushings in the lower control arms, they virtually destroyed both of them. They are so deformed, I don't think they can be saved.

So here's what I'm looking for.... Does anyone have a rebuildable pair of lower control arms they are willing to part with? My car's a 64, but I think they are all the same from 63-82.

Thanks, Paul

 

[Fuelie]

Took my upper & lower front control arms to my local machine shop to get old bushings pressed out & new bushings pressed in. They did the uppers ok, but while installing the bushings in the lower control arms, they virtually destroyed both of them. They are so deformed, I don't think they can be saved.

So here's what I'm looking for.... Does anyone have a rebuildable pair of lower control arms they are willing to part with? Myar's a 64, but I think they are all the same from 63-82.

Thanks, Paul

Hi Paul,

Sorry to hear about your misfortune at the machine shop.

Unfortunately I do not have a spare set of lower control arms, but check out this place http://www.corvetteusa.com/suspension.html
The offer rust free southern parts. They might be reasonably priced.

Let us know how you make out. I have been watching your project progress with great interest. I have done quite a few body off resto projects and love to watch them come together. Keep up the great work and keep posting updates so we can all enjoy it with you

Regards,
Brian

 

[Subfixer]

Brian, Thanks for the link. I know the shop didn't destroy these on purpose, and it's a little old guy who runs the place. Kinda feel sorry for him as he about fainted when I showed him the price of new a-arms. Used will do for me, as this is a driver, not a show car.

 

[Fuelie]

Used will do for me, as this is a driver, not a show car.

Paul,

They are all drivers, aren't they??

 

[67HEAVEN]

Paul,

They are all drivers, aren't they??

If only.

Roger, if you're reading this, I volunteer to "drive" the 12-mile L-88 anytime.

 

[Subfixer]

If only.

Roger, if you're reading this, I volunteer to "drive" the 12-mile L-88 anytime.

Wouldn't we all.....

 

[BarryK]

If only.

Roger, if you're reading this, I volunteer to "drive" the 12-mile L-88 anytime.

Fuelie has an L-88 and with only 12 miles on it??????!!!!
:eek :BOW

 

[tigernut]

Barry,

I believe Bob was being sarcastic about them all being drivers

Here are links to the 12 mile L-88:
http://www.vettefinders.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Vette101Story&ID=64
http://www.rogerscorvette.com

As to not hijack your thread Subfixer have you tried vansteel:
http://www.vansteel.com/

Doug

 

[Subfixer]

No prob on the hijack... I've done it myself many times I'm afraid. I've looked at all the retailers, but most want to sell reconditioned/rebuilt A-Arms with a $75 core charge on top. Since mine are wasted, that may prove to be a bit expensive. I'm looking for used rebuildable lowers. Found one set on eBay so far. Will see where the price goes in the next couple of days.

 

[BarryK]

Barry,

I believe Bob was being sarcastic about them all being drivers

Here are links to the 12 mile L-88:
http://www.vettefinders.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Vette101Story&ID=64
http://www.rogerscorvette.com

As to not hijack your thread Subfixer have you tried vansteel:
http://www.vansteel.com/

Doug

Thanks for the info. it was interesting reading!
shame the original engine had been pulled. even though a proper replacement block is in the car, It makes you wonder how much more the car would have brought at auction with the true original factory installed block in it.