I need a drivers side lower control arm? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

wpsharpshooter · 07-14-2022, 04:57 PM

We tore my dads 68 down. Swapping out drums for disc up front and drop spindles. Got the passenger side buttoned up and the upper drivers side done. CAN NOT get the factory ball joints out from the lower control arm. Anybody know where I can pick one of these up?

**twoskies** · 07-14-2022, 05:53 PM

if you cant find one closer, i took the uppers and lowers off my 1972,went tubular, pretty sure theyre the same

you can have the one you need for the ride
i can box up

im in indiana 46901

**kwmech** · 07-14-2022, 06:09 PM

I've rarely seen where the BJs are spot welded in. Look closely. Never seen one that wouldn't come out with a BFH

**Steeveedee** · 07-14-2022, 08:33 PM

You're on the other side of the country, so I can't help. Do you know anyone with a hydraulic press? That's how I did mine. And, yes, I've also seen where some have been welded in.

**Palf70Step** · 07-15-2022, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by kwmech

I've rarely seen where the BJs are spot welded in. Look closely. Never seen one that wouldn't come out with a BFH

EdB used to have his lowers tack welded in on the original lower A-Arms. they just wore out over time and that is how he kept them from popping in and out over bumps/holes in road. Glad they finally got replaced. I tend to agree with kwmech that they may be welded in, which normally means they will need welded in again to keep things fit. I would look for another a-arm also.

wpsharpshooter · 07-15-2022, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by twoskies

if you cant find one closer, i took the uppers and lowers off my 1972,went tubular, pretty sure theyre the same

you can have the one you need for the ride
i can box up

im in indiana 46901

That might be an option as I have not came across any in my search. We have tried everything.. Brute force, heat.. **** aint coming out... My buddy is gonna let me know if he cant wrangle one up before he comes back down to help me put it all back together.. So if not, I will def be hitting you up. Thanks

**kwmech** · 07-15-2022, 11:06 AM

I got creative years ago and made some solid steel rings to replace the folded out sheet metal where the ball joint presses in and came up with this. Ground out the ring and opened up the hole with a drum sander and welded this in

**twoskies** · 08-10-2022, 07:46 PM

pictures

May70 · 08-11-2022, 08:12 PM

Take a wire wheel around both sides, clean off thoroughly. Mix atf and acetone in a container 50/50 big enough to fit the end of the control arm in. Prop the balljoint end down in the container and make sure the entire balljoint is submerged. Cover up with a towel to minimize acetone from evaporating. Leave for 24 hours. It should come out with appropriate technique.

It will come out.

If you give up take it to a shop with a press. By the way are you using an actual balljoint remover??

You are giving up too easily.

**68 C10 Driver** · 08-12-2022, 01:38 PM

If I am not mistaken, the control arms are the same through 84.

**damnyankee36** · 08-12-2022, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by May70

Take a wire wheel around both sides, clean off thoroughly.

While it's clean look for evidence of welding.

**cwcarpenter98** · 08-12-2022, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 C10 Driver

If I am not mistaken, the control arms are the same through 84.

Control arms are the same for the 1/2 tons from 63 to 72. 73 changed to the rubber bushings on the control arm shafts.
Not sure on the difference between 3/4 and 1 tons though

LNP · 08-13-2022, 09:37 AM

Heres one on ebay

https://www.ebay.com/itm/14462670187...ke%3AChevrolet

brianb3001 · 08-16-2022, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twoskies

if you cant find one closer, i took the uppers and lowers off my 1972,went tubular, pretty sure theyre the same

you can have the one you need for the ride
i can box up

im in indiana 46901

Do you still have the lower control arms from your 1972 C10 ?
I am looking for both lower control arms for my 1972 C10 Big Block truck.

Thanks,

Brian

**twoskies** · 08-17-2022, 10:05 PM

yes i do still have them, waiting on WPSharpshooter to respond, he has first chance

brianb3001 · 08-18-2022, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by twoskies

yes i do still have them, waiting on WPSharpshooter to respond, he has first chance

Hi,

Thanks for letting ne know. I am willing to pay for UPS Ground shipping as well,

Regards,

Brian

**twoskies** · 08-19-2022, 02:27 AM

Hi

brianb3001
this is not the way this works, i am not listing this item or item's for sale, just trying to help a member out
wpsharpshooter has first chance
if you're looking for a set, check parts for sale
Thank You

07-14-2022, 04:57 PM	#1
wpsharpshooter Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: TN Posts: 139	I need a drivers side lower control arm? We tore my dads 68 down. Swapping out drums for disc up front and drop spindles. Got the passenger side buttoned up and the upper drivers side done. CAN NOT get the factory ball joints out from the lower control arm. Anybody know where I can pick one of these up?

07-14-2022, 05:53 PM	#2
twoskies Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: kokomo,indiana Posts: 332	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? if you cant find one closer, i took the uppers and lowers off my 1972,went tubular, pretty sure theyre the same you can have the one you need for the ride i can box up im in indiana 46901 __________________ A Little Better Every Day Cancer Survivor, most dont know what they have until its gone, appreciate everything

07-14-2022, 06:09 PM	#3
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,390	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? I've rarely seen where the BJs are spot welded in. Look closely. Never seen one that wouldn't come out with a BFH

07-14-2022, 08:33 PM	#4
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,088	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? You're on the other side of the country, so I can't help. Do you know anyone with a hydraulic press? That's how I did mine. And, yes, I've also seen where some have been welded in. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

07-15-2022, 11:06 AM	#7
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,390	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? I got creative years ago and made some solid steel rings to replace the folded out sheet metal where the ball joint presses in and came up with this. Ground out the ring and opened up the hole with a drum sander and welded this in Attached Images

08-10-2022, 07:46 PM	#8
twoskies Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: kokomo,indiana Posts: 332	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? pictures Attached Images __________________ A Little Better Every Day Cancer Survivor, most dont know what they have until its gone, appreciate everything

08-11-2022, 08:12 PM	#9
May70 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hampton Roads VA Posts: 644	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? Take a wire wheel around both sides, clean off thoroughly. Mix atf and acetone in a container 50/50 big enough to fit the end of the control arm in. Prop the balljoint end down in the container and make sure the entire balljoint is submerged. Cover up with a towel to minimize acetone from evaporating. Leave for 24 hours. It should come out with appropriate technique. It will come out. If you give up take it to a shop with a press. By the way are you using an actual balljoint remover?? You are giving up too easily. __________________ 70 C20 Build link : Project Montezuma http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=794479 How to repair that rusted out 67-72 c10-c30! Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/c/MaycoCustomRestorations

08-12-2022, 01:38 PM	#10
68 C10 Driver Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Kathleen, GA Posts: 619	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? If I am not mistaken, the control arms are the same through 84.

08-13-2022, 09:37 AM	#13
LNP Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Pekin, Illinois Posts: 333	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? Heres one on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/14462670187...ke%3AChevrolet __________________ Harley 1969 Chevy C-10 Long Bed, 350cid, 700R4

08-17-2022, 10:05 PM	#15
twoskies Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: kokomo,indiana Posts: 332	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? yes i do still have them, waiting on WPSharpshooter to respond, he has first chance __________________ A Little Better Every Day Cancer Survivor, most dont know what they have until its gone, appreciate everything

08-19-2022, 02:27 AM	#17
twoskies Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: kokomo,indiana Posts: 332	Re: I need a drivers side lower control arm? Hi brianb3001 this is not the way this works, i am not listing this item or item's for sale, just trying to help a member out wpsharpshooter has first chance if you're looking for a set, check parts for sale Thank You __________________ A Little Better Every Day Cancer Survivor, most dont know what they have until its gone, appreciate everything



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