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Old 11-07-2014, 02:21 PM
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Stupid Ball Joint Question

Why would someone need an "oversized" ball joint?
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Re: Stupid Ball Joint Question

The hole in the A arm (control arm) can wear bigger, and the stock size balljoint will be a loose fit in a worn hole. So they make oversized ones to fit into worn holes
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