On Wed, Feb 22, 2006 at 07:42:27PM -0800, Jerry Herrman wrote: > What is involved in replacing the lower control arm bushings (inner) on > an 82 240D? Are special tools needed? Is this a job that can be done by > someone with ordinary automotive skills like changing a water pump and > master cylinder, or is this a job for a professional mechanic with special > equipment? Thanks in advance.
Well, I'm about to find out for certain soon, since the 78 300D needs similar treatment. Taking a gander, aside from needing a spring compressor, it shouldn't be a big deal. Car is going to need an alignment after dropping the lower control arm. If your car is rusty, you've got your work cut out for you, literally. K