How to go about replacing front end suspension parts when everything os really rusty?
The springs everything is really rusty. 93 Ford Ranger. 124k miles.
I wouldnt otherwise.
Can i replace things like control arms and ball joints before doing the springs? What about tie rods and cvs?
Any idea from a seasoned mechanic would help.
I know you don't have the vehicle to look at but how
Would you go about replacing really rusty front end suspension parts?
Rusty doesn't mean anything unless the parts are so corroded their structural integrity has been compromised. It's a 26 year old vehicle after all.
'If it ain't broke, don't fix it'. Springs rust but can still perform adequately.
Spray all, Liberally, with Liquid wrench the night before. Control arms and CV joints are a weekend fix. You Tube it. I have replaced the rubber boots. Cleaned/lubed other wise good CV joints. Gotta take wheels off. The McPhersons, if you have them in front, require a spring compressor tool. Can borrow one, free, from most parts jobbers.
Tie rod ends drop off if nut fully loosened, then a good whack from a
3# hammer. Your replacing them, anyway?
I don't recommend changing sway bars or bushings. They are tensioned. The A-arm needs some prying to get out as the clamp screws have held it almost 3 decades. May have to lever new one in, too. Ball joints usually come with lower A frame. If not, drill out rivets to screw new one on. Will need front end alignment if Any of this done.
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