Contro Arm Cam Bolt is a PITA

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04-07-2008, 09:53 PM

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Contro Arm Cam Bolt is a PITA

I was trying to install my Ingalls rear control arm (lower rear arm) but I cant get the cam bolt out. Its the one on the body side. Tried hammering it out but its stuck. Anyone have problems with this??

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04-08-2008, 08:37 AM

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I had no issues installing my ingalls rear kit. Try soaking the bolt with PB blaster. Also try using a breaker bar.

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04-08-2008, 11:22 AM

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Just had mine installed by a shop last week. They had to cut the bolts because the were so badly seized.

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04-08-2008, 11:51 AM

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I tried the PB Blaster with no luck. Looks like I'll take it to the shop.

I did manage to get the lower center arm in. Can camber be changed with this arm alone?

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04-08-2008, 03:37 PM

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That sucks, if it weren't for the seized bolt, it is a pretty straight-forward job. Have you tried heating the bolt with a small butane torch, can get it at home depot?

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