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Old 04-12-2020, 10:43 AM   #2
SkinnyG
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Re: '73-'87 Control Arms are Tight

Probably fine.

I imagine you weight far less than the 1300lbs that are going to sit on that control arm.

The bushings are rubber, only about 1/4" thick or so, and often glued to the arm and sleeve inside. That doesn't allow for much flex. I say run it!
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