It's time to replace my upper and lower ball joints and idler arm. I would like to use NOS. Anyone have parts to sell?
Thanks, Joe
66 front suspension rebuild
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Ok, any advise on where to find correct upper and lower ball joint replacements? Are the ones at NPD any good? I'm trying for NOS but will settle for good repos if needed. Thanks, Joe
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have you tried calling jim Cowles at http://www.shelbyparts.com ? He might have a line on the NOS stuff.
their contact info:
Shelby Parts and Restoration
2215 OConnor Rd
Green Bay, WI 54313
920-434-3645
Z.
Edited by - zrayrichter on 07/05/2011 01:38:24
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There's an old saying - "Speed costs money, how fast can you afford to go?"
If you got to ask, you can't afford "it".
That being said; NPD, Virginia Classic, Mustangs Unlimited and others have decent replacement parts.
Jim
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Lower ball joints rarely wear out on these cars. The boots usually crack and open up and cause problems. If your originals are in good shape, you can put new sleeve bushings on the ends.
On the uppers, there are many aftermarket ball joints. None of them are exactly like original, but unless you have a thoroughbred level restoration, not sure that the little details matter that much. There are some places you can send the control arms to and have new ball joints riveted on like original.
Of course, NOS is an option, but don't expect even the Ford replacement parts to be exactly like original assembly line pieces. The lowers usually go for $100-200 each and uppers a little more, usually $150-250 each.
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