Cusco upper control arm issue
#1
Registered User
Thread Starter
Cusco upper control arm issue
Hi everyone, I am back for help from the experts once again. This time I am in the process of installing Cusco upper control arms and have a question.
the ball joint on these upper control arms almost seems as if it is too long. When I insert it into the top of the upright it comes so far through that even with the nut fully threaded on it still has vertical play. This does not seem like it could possibly be correct and or safe. Am I missing something here?
Am I supposed to pull the bushings off of my stock arms and fit them onto these?
picture for reference
the ball joint on these upper control arms almost seems as if it is too long. When I insert it into the top of the upright it comes so far through that even with the nut fully threaded on it still has vertical play. This does not seem like it could possibly be correct and or safe. Am I missing something here?
Am I supposed to pull the bushings off of my stock arms and fit them onto these?
picture for reference
Last edited by Lumpy350z; 12-12-2016 at 09:04 PM. Reason: Clarity
#2
Super Moderator
MY350Z.COM
MY350Z.COM
iTrader: (8)
I think your missing the cone
#6
Registered User
Thread Starter
Trending Topics
#8
Super Moderator
MY350Z.COM
MY350Z.COM
iTrader: (8)
Cheap propane torch , hit the cone with heat for 5-10 seconds, it will fall off
#9
Registered User
Thread Starter
#10
I never used heat before. A good heavy hammer used like this guy does in the video is all you need. the pickle fork tool is good but it damages the ball joint boot.
Just watch where he hits with the hammer 1:36. He taps it, but when YOU do it you'll have to hit it pretty hard.
In ur first pic, see the 2 square looking things sticking out on the right and left side of the steering knukle. Thats where u hit with a small heavy mallet or small 5 lb sledge.
Its the only way I ever do it on any car, and on any ball joint.
Just watch where he hits with the hammer 1:36. He taps it, but when YOU do it you'll have to hit it pretty hard.
In ur first pic, see the 2 square looking things sticking out on the right and left side of the steering knukle. Thats where u hit with a small heavy mallet or small 5 lb sledge.
Its the only way I ever do it on any car, and on any ball joint.
Last edited by nissanZdriver; 12-14-2016 at 04:21 PM.
The following users liked this post:
Lumpy350z (12-15-2016)
#12
New Member
Hammer
#13
Registered User
Thread Starter
When installing the cone onto the new arms is it okay to just put it on then tighten the nut down to seat it onto the ball joint or is there another way I should do it?