How to Replace a Control Arm (upper or lower)

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10 жыл бұрын

Replacing Upper Control Arm. Learn how to replace an upper control arm and ball joint quickly and easily with no special tools required. Follow the step by step video and you can fix your own car and save a lot of money as well as get the job done correctly!
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*PLEASE WATCH if you are doing this job: • Control Arm Bushing Pr...
How to replace a ball joint: • How to Replace a Ball ...
How to replace a lower control arm: • Replacing Lower Contro...
How to replace a tie rod: • How to Change Tie Rods...
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@davidlessig 7 жыл бұрын

i've watched alot of these how to car videos and yours are by far the best....straight to the point...you give alot of useful information and you SHOW everything you're doing you don't just do the whole project off camera and then talk about what you did without showing it...i like how you walk us through step by step as if we know nothing! Much appreciated it really helps...also you don't ramble on about useless stuff to waste my time!! Keep up all the great videos I'm learning a lot.

@brodie7500 6 жыл бұрын

Gas lines for Lincoln towncar

@JustinP117 5 жыл бұрын

David, I could not agree with you more. ChrisFix you rock! I've started doing all the work on my car myself since finding your channel. Thank you for the help so much.

@batoot2die100 5 жыл бұрын

Same feeling here, you said what I wanted to say

@eagleeyes170 9 жыл бұрын

your videos are extremely satisfying to watch. amazing attention to detail and very smooth technique. excellent work!

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Ahmed E Thanks a lot Ahmed!

@adrianb2862 7 жыл бұрын

Ahmed dddss

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Make sure you PreLoad the bushings when tightening the control arm! I used a jack, but definitely watch this if you are replacing a control arm! Control Arm Bushing Preload, Important Information!

@seymorgh 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix In this video you snugged both sides camber bolts before you PreLoaded the bushing. Is that what you mean? Thanks again.

@LB-sh7qt 7 жыл бұрын

yesterday i was in a parking lot drifting my fwd car for fun and i hit a covered up hole and now my tire is not held by enything it tuches the side of the car but still spins and it does not turn left what is the problem please help

@alsaud76 6 жыл бұрын

Grate job from a great person

@SteveBassTutorials 6 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix inhuman

@MiguelGonzalez-yl5vf 5 жыл бұрын

I don't know why I assumed you would grease the rubber supports on the arm

@dadlesvostrosdecomer8786 5 жыл бұрын

As always Chris like the rest of your tutorials, you make seem really simple, keep up the good work helping us tree shade mechanics.

@gertiecraign5334 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making such thorough tutorials. The upper and lower ball joints on my 2000 B3000 must be replaced and I don't have enough money to pay a mechanic. My car repairing experience is extremely minimal, but after watching your videos, I'm pretty confident that I can do it myself. I'm really grateful for how well you've explained each step of the process and the camera angles you've chosen. It's very well done. I'm still quite nervous, of course. I certainly don't relish that one bolt that invariably will not budge to my feeble upper arm strength and will cost me an hour of my life and the skin on most of my knuckles. However, if I'm successful, you will have saved me nearly $400, plus the weeks I'd be without a vehicle, while waiting to pull that much money together. You're providing an excellent service to a lot of people who need it. Thank you very much.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Gertie Craign You are welcome. One mistake I made in this video is when you have the new control arm on and tighten the camber bolts, first hand tighten them, then put the truck on the ground, then tighten the bolts all of the way with the truck on the ground. It will help your bushings last longer. I am editing a new version and I have a special video explaining all of this. If you have a breaker bar, you wont have any problem making any bolt move.

@gertiecraign5334 10 жыл бұрын

A breaker bar is definitely on my list of things to buy. I'm finally gonna buy a torque wrench too...been wanting one for years. Is the special video you mentioned already out there, or is it still in production?

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

It will be out at the end of the week. I have it made but I am releasing two videos today on flushing the brake system and how to make a one person brake bleeder so stay tuned!

@gertiecraign5334 10 жыл бұрын

I'll stay tuned! :-) Thanks, again!

@JayCeeMax 3 жыл бұрын

Just like your most recent one from a month ago (How to Replace Control Arms and Bushings to Fix a Bouncy Suspension), Yu were real detailed in this one as well. I like the older videos as well. I'm using these to replace my lower control arms and spring to fix my noisy suspension on my 2013 Lincoln mkZ aka Ford Fusion. Thanks @ChrisFix!

@jmusicnu_1240 4 жыл бұрын

Every time I watch a video of yours I get butterflies in my stomach because it feels like I'm learning my whole vehicle from a badass teacher I never had and without having to read my manual. I'm more of a visual learner. Thank you for all you do, your tips are awesome, and keep up the good work you are blessed and highly favored!

@dbarnes420 4 жыл бұрын

Everything people say about your videos being the best is very true Chris. Hands down the best video on this subject. Your close up shots are so helpful. I have watched a ton of your videos and you are the best there is. Your videos have helped me gain not only knowledge but also confidence. Thank you so much for what you do and for doing it so well.

@rajeevmahajan8792 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos. They really help me understand how the systems of a car work. I am amazed at your camera shots in tight spaces!

@Toriavi34 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. I have an 05 Durango and this video helps a lot. After watching your video a thousand times and watching some Ram 1500 upper control arm videos, (couldn't find any videos specific to my vehicle, rams have same set up as mine) I am confident in changing my own upper control arms. With the help of my husband of course. I teach him what I have learned from you. Thank you.

@stphanienunez5502 9 жыл бұрын

Your videos are really helpful and easy to understand ! Thank you !

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Stphanie Nunez Awesome! That is the goal so I am glad they are helpful!

@SergeantExtreme Жыл бұрын

A woman who changes her ball joints? Marriage material! 😍

@Kevin_747 9 жыл бұрын

Well done videos for what can be unpleasant work when not approached with some planning. Your videos give a person an edge when tackling this task.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Kevin N Thanks and that is exactly why I make my videos!

@murraykriner9425 3 жыл бұрын

This is the other half of my ill with the 97' Cougar. Already liked and commented on the lower half, now is just to sort out the top. Thanks again.

@tacomsal 8 жыл бұрын

Watched this video several times before tackling this project. I did both upper control arms on my 99 Ford Ranger and then had it aligned. It was as easy as you said. Truck Rides great.. Thanks again for the videos.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Sully Cop That is awesome!!! I love hearing stories like this so thanks for sharing! Nice work too!

@knocknoc77 7 жыл бұрын

I cant stress enough how great your videos are, One thing I would like to see in your videos are an estimate of avg time to do the job ex: It takes me about x hrs to do this with hand tools. I know there are variables involved but a general idea will help us decide if we should do it ourselves vs taking it to the shop or wether it is something we have to plan out our day to do.. One last thing you didnt replace the upper ball joint you replaced the entire arm is this because there are bushings on the upper arm (i think you called them cambers) that wear out just like the ball joint does so it is better to replace the whole thing.

@Ecodelia 6 жыл бұрын

Chrisfix, thanks for this one. Nice job, I'll be doing this on both sides tomorrow. exact same ball joint on 2001 Ford Explorer. Crow bar and jacking up are great ideas!

@cahernand1 10 жыл бұрын

Love how you gave out every detail, great job! And really clear!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

cahernand1 Thanks! That is how I try to make all of my how to videos!

@ff5gus 10 жыл бұрын

Nicely done.... I'm done watching kilmer

@acmtuna 5 жыл бұрын

i like Kilmer's sense of humor

@johnsimpson7349 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks that help me a lot. I put the lock bolts in back award. Thats why it was making noise.

@willconner3318 10 жыл бұрын

One of the better and more clear sets of How-To videos I have seen so far. Excellent job Chris.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

***** Thank you Will!

@beefchickenandfishtacoscen4005 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! I am a new subscriber. Usually I am nervouse about messing a job up but you help make them less menacing. Thanks.

@jeffreynelson2660 7 жыл бұрын

Very useful video. I will do my '90 Cougar this Saturday. Thanks.

@pjwats5647 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Just did upper control arm on my Mazda B3000. Your video was my inspiration to do it. You definitely make it look easier than it is haha. Keep up the good work.

@mitchellhasselquist2440 5 жыл бұрын

Really good straight forward videos you have I will be using these videos for my own truck ! Keep it up

@douglasarnoldakers 5 жыл бұрын

You are really good at these videos. The best actually.

@Odeezyyyyhoe 4 жыл бұрын

By far the best video and very helpful thanks 🙏

@DJMStu-bomb 6 жыл бұрын

I watch your videos all the time to fix my 2000 Civic DX Hatchback. Tons of great information. I'm always confused as to why there are some people who give a thumbs down on your videos. You do everything so systematically and with exceptional clarity and description. Keep up the good work. I'm about to do my front uppers.

@Tesoromio22 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for laying out all the tools needed to get the job done. You do this in all of your videos I think, and it just makes things easier.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No problem! I try to make it simple and easy to follow!

@bradforddrake8633 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video!

@deathviolets996 Жыл бұрын

Thank you brother, timeless knowledge

@bjsnodgrassjr.6657 8 жыл бұрын

Job well done!! Thank you!

@paularies5397 9 жыл бұрын

Just checked the video , U made it look easy and very organized . I am now off to my garage to see how they did on my 2003 explorer . mechanic estimated 250$ for 2 ball joints . That seems fair after checking your video . Thank U for your service - Mr Chris Fix

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Paul Aries No problem. Glad the video was helpful! New automotive 'how to' videos every Thursday and most Mondays so stay tuned!

@audrashaw1171 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Love how you don't have a ton of intro, get to it and are smart about it.

@edmalts 7 жыл бұрын

Good job 👏. Thanks for showing us how to do this.

@TheBozhana 7 жыл бұрын

Oh boy, you make it look easy. I'm trying this today so wish me luck.

@PietsMusings 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos and learn a lot, even if I may never use it, I at least have seen how it is done, should I ever have to do it. Thanks

@UMGL420 Жыл бұрын

came back to these videos after a shop quoted me 2500 for bearings, brakes, calipers and a control arm/ball bearing replacement...I spent $800 on parts and saves 1700 on labor, absolute life 9 years later!

@user-tr4vt7yp1d 9 ай бұрын

very clear concise information nicely done thumbs up

@franciscotarelo4061 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thanks

@curious_gage 6 жыл бұрын

I just realized it must be a pain to keep moving your nice camera when your hands are all greased up.

@Futurebeefcake 3 жыл бұрын

He has gloves so he just switches pairs

@reginaldmadlock 2 жыл бұрын

Probably mostly touching the tripod but i can definitely see it being annoying

@orion4329 3 ай бұрын

@@Futurebeefcakesmart guy haha thank you lol

@winningside1 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your help 👍👍

@spencerthomason6558 2 жыл бұрын

You keep saving me money, man! Thank you!

@RescueResponceTeam 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2001 Ford Expedition XLT 4X4 4.6L I'm about to do some replacing of parts and this clip helps out a lot thanks Chrisfix

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad you find the video helpful! Let me know how that job goes!

@trobert132 9 жыл бұрын

Informative and helpful as always! Please continue the great work!

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Róbert Tóth Thanks a lot bud! I will continue! New videos every Thursday!

@jakewilcox3363 8 жыл бұрын

love your videos man.

@noobinho8882 7 жыл бұрын

yes ur videos are awesome n satisfying too. Thanks for all ur videos bro its very helpful

@gregoryharrison92 6 жыл бұрын

One can also use a little white out or correction fluid marks to make part alignment on reused parts easier.

@knowknow2093 6 жыл бұрын

U save my day and my money 💰 great video bro

@AhPhoey 8 жыл бұрын

You have a really nice channel, Chris. Excellent explained, easy to follow videos.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+AhPhoey Thanks a lot!

@edgarperez1000 8 жыл бұрын

Very knowledgeable bro!

@arliebox4404 5 жыл бұрын

Chris, I really like your videos, got started on them in FRF. If this is on your Mazda, it appears to on the left side. The right side is the different animal, especially when it's the 2 piece design with over 200,000 miles on it. Something on that side (right) would be great as long as it stays 2 piece. changing over to the upgraded 1 piece is not in the cards for my Ranger at this time. I need to replace the bushings on all 4 control arms. The last time I did it was on a '69 Buick Sportwagon in the mid/late '70s.

@charlesdickey9126 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Fix. Love the videos, Bro.

@bertgrau3934 Жыл бұрын

I am going to change the ball joints on my 2001 Lincoln Town Car, the tops look easy, but they too need to be aligned when finished, I'm doing the bottoms first. Then after the tops will have it realigned. Thank you for your videos. I have worked as a big truck mechanic for several years, but they use King Pins, not ball joints. They can be difficult, but I'm thinking ball joints may not be as difficult as king Pins.

@boyninja8343 8 жыл бұрын

awesome Thank you for your help man Gracias .....

@montelcarlos143 6 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU MASTA CHRIS..... Helpful Video

@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

@pikachuinyoguts3544 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job

@noralocklear9930 8 ай бұрын

I'm a woman and help my husband every car repair and I only can really understand how to repair our vehicle problems thur ur videos thanks a bunch !!! Ur very helpful!!!!

@LegoboyN781 4 жыл бұрын

If you want to attempt to try to keep the alignment you can mark the positions of the bolts with a paint marker or something and then try to lineup the new control arms.

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@kwskater223 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix do you have any tips to fix a stuck bushing in lower control arm? It looks like I bent the two brackets inward when I pressed the bushing

@renoleevans 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Car repair shop wanted to charge me 1300$ to replace CA and Ball Joint 🤣. ChrisFix! Thanks man

@aleblanc3547 10 жыл бұрын

Another nice job! Thanks, Chris.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Appreciate it!

@renenunez4015 4 жыл бұрын

Tanks so much exelente video tanks

@hankkorenzo 8 жыл бұрын

Thank u. Your video is fast and helpful. No bullshitting like the other videos

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+hankkorenzo No problem! Glad the video was helpful!

@paralanegra 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@arainbowinthedark2 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrisfix, can you do a video on the lower arm of your Ranger, I have damaged mine and need to see how to replace it...if possible.

@yonastekilu4047 7 жыл бұрын

hey chris, since i watched your video for the fist time i just feel like i'm in school. thank you so much!

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

I am glad the videos are helpful!

@williamatkins9365 9 жыл бұрын

love the video, very simple and everything is in plan eye sight!!!!!!

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

William Atkins Thanks William!

@ganash11 8 жыл бұрын

Great Job As Always!!

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@shirlsbob6086 8 жыл бұрын

Very informative videos Chris, I have a '96 Mercury Cougar that I am replacing the front end Upper and lower Control arms, Lower ball joints, both strut assemblies, plus inner and outer Tie Rod ends. In what order should I replace the parts?

@hhvazquez 9 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Chris!

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

hhvazquez Thanks a lot!

@inspector1963 10 жыл бұрын

Chris, just an update. I have the correct parts, and now the job is finished:). The other parts were for torsion bar suspension thanks for your comments

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad the video helped and you got the job done! Good work!

@rossdominguez999 7 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on knock sensors? Ive been having low voltage codes for both sensors and was wondering if you had any idea

@bobgil3464 2 жыл бұрын

Great video you got straight to the point. Only question should you also replace the lower control arms or do the upper usually go out first? I purchased a 1994 Cougar and debating if I should them all.

@boyninja8343 8 жыл бұрын

Good Channel man Good videos

@kituki3965 3 жыл бұрын

Muy bien

@Dcs-Brasil 10 жыл бұрын

Hello! Very good work! Tip You have to press the bushings with the vehicle on the ground or put the wheel on that level it works.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes, that is a great tip! I am actually editing a new video with this tip in it! Thanks!

@a.jjames6099 4 жыл бұрын

Alright Chris I’m going to give your video a shot and follow your steps.

@Gabriel-pj2bk 4 жыл бұрын

Howd it go?

@rajbahadur2162 5 жыл бұрын

Good video sar

@ZonymaUnltd. 7 жыл бұрын

It'd be cool to have a simple vid of all the suspension mods that require alignment after the fact; that way someone could plan accordingly and do a few related jobs at once THEN get a good alignment.

@duanedoak9336 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I keep changing part after part lol might be time to buy new lol but hey 400k miles befor my upper arm needed replaced

@firstevidentenigma 8 жыл бұрын

You sir, are a good man. *thumbs up*

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Jeremiah Graves Thanks a lot!

@65cahlienxo 7 жыл бұрын

great channel, one request. How can i replace a bushing from the Shifter cable thats goes to the transmission....not to replace the shifter cable, just the bushing

@fabridee 9 жыл бұрын

Man you make it see so easy thank you for the video

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Fabrizzio Rivera Thanks Fabrizzio. Glad the video was helpful!

@sebasvertical 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent Chris !! I've watched a lot of your videos! I have a question, how do I know the torque range for my Hyundai H1 2008 (TQ) cargo, diesel 2.5 CDRi for all screws? Keep it up!

@stubbbz 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have a 1998 Ford F150 and I know my top control arms definitely need replacing, the bushings are toast. Do you recommend changing the bottom control arms/ball joints on each side as well or can I get away with just changing the top control arms? Is there anyway to test just the bottom control arm/ball joint besides using a visual inspection?

@bigrigross 7 жыл бұрын

You know, you should really get a patreon account. You have literally saved me thousands of dollars with fixing my own car. On my wifes old trailblazer, the shop wanted 600 a wheel to replace both joints.

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Just be sure to watch the videos to the end and learn more and that is how you can support me!

@doggbayou7934 9 жыл бұрын

good job thanks

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

dogg bayou Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

@robertodiaz4475 6 жыл бұрын

Good.. I am going to do it.

@DREAMDEALER_420 8 жыл бұрын

Well thank you Chris looks easy enough to do .

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+TheZTuber No problem!

@sorro_tek9599 Жыл бұрын

amazing vid! my new part squeaks when driving after the rainy days 😢

@globalcomsur 9 жыл бұрын

awesome video

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

globalcomsur Thanks!

@landonatwood7796 9 жыл бұрын

Chris, where do I get my torque specks for my vehicle? That is very useful! And I am very found of your work! Keep it up man!!! I've done the headlights, cracked windshield, 1 year tire shine, and who knows what else!!! You help me out a lot man thank you so much

@kidsachamp 8 жыл бұрын

+Landon Atwood i second that any suggestions on where to find torque specs

@ryantedesco6594 8 жыл бұрын

+kidsachamp the fsm for your car has everything you need to know

@DW-pr9hk 7 жыл бұрын

how about "www.torkspec.com" ?

@chreysea4u 6 жыл бұрын

Landon Atwood 9

@OptimisticPessimist 5 жыл бұрын

Torque to yield, then back off a quarter turn

@saultynaulty7430 8 жыл бұрын

YOU SAVE ME SO MUCH MONEY! thanks

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Salty Naulty AWESOME!

@travisvalentine659 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you i am about to replace the upper control arm on my ranger . Thanks for the help .

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Travis Valentine Awesome Travis! Glad the video was helpful!

@acwither 6 жыл бұрын

Failed my car inspection. Used this video and (another one of your videos) to repair it myself!

@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad the videos are helpful!

@Jentaco 4 жыл бұрын

Just found out I have extremly worn upper control arms. Not happy about it but love this information.

@seanorourke7397 5 жыл бұрын

Chirs would you rather use the seald ball joints or ones that have grease fittings.

@guesswhomartin9249 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, another question, I don't get it, how does it effects the alignment ? You did a very good video on lower ball joints, explaining why it effects the alignment. But this one, I dont get it why alignment ? Keep up the good work, you're a man.