Lower Control Arm Replacement | Good Vibes Only | Mazda 6 2014-2017

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Darius Buildz

Darius Buildz

2 жыл бұрын

This week, lets address an issue that I didn't know was an issue. I was working on Maxie to replace the sway bar end links and install camber bolts and low and behold, my ball joint boot was ripped.
So while the car was down due to waiting on parts anyway, might as well replace them.
It wasn't that bad of a job, besides the driver side front bolt under the transmission pan. That was a pain, but not impossible.
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@scooterwoodley195
@scooterwoodley195 2 жыл бұрын
For all you Mazda 6 peeps out there... my 2015 just clicked 311,000 miles! Still runs and shifts like new and still getting 33-35 hwy mpg. The only thing I’ve ever had to do to this car is a belt tensioner (buy the OEM version from Mazda...trust me) and now a lower control arm.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
311,000! Wow! I’ll be there one day, lol.
@vitreoushumor
@vitreoushumor 2 жыл бұрын
That's confidence inspiring. 130k here!
@keithdean85
@keithdean85 2 жыл бұрын
I have 250k on my 15, have done a wheel bearing and that's it. Well now I need to do this repair but no complaints.
@timgifford4637
@timgifford4637 Жыл бұрын
congrats! have you ever changed the transmission fluid?
@chiefywizard6325
@chiefywizard6325 Жыл бұрын
Oops I already bought the Gates one😂
@greendrill12
@greendrill12 3 ай бұрын
Darius, I wanna thank you a ton for your awesome videos on this generation Mazda 6. I’ve had my 2014 for only a couple months and your videos have already helped me tremendously!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 3 ай бұрын
Great to hear! It was next to no videos on this platform when I started and it’s good to hear and see that my videos are helping so many people!
@kyleabr17
@kyleabr17 2 жыл бұрын
Great filming and explanation Darius! You built up my confidence in replacing my ball joints bro!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome and that’s why I create my videos! 🙏🏽
@timgifford4637
@timgifford4637 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video, definitely makes me confident that I can tackle this job. I regularly spray all suspension boots and bushings at all four corners with AT 205 to preserve the rubber to hopefully prolong their lifespan. So far so good after 123k miles on my 2014 6 Touring.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
I definitely think the driver side would have been easier if I had a 3 or 4” longer extension. But overall it wasn’t too bad. The passenger side went like butter.
@j3lly069
@j3lly069 Жыл бұрын
200k on my '14 Mazda 6 GT. Replacing LCA this weekend
@scooterwoodley195
@scooterwoodley195 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job! Thanks for making this video for us!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
No problem! I hope it helps with the install!
@craigcommadore4441
@craigcommadore4441 2 жыл бұрын
Your video safes my life, I was struggling with that same bolt. Thanks for the help 💯💯💯
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
It’s good to know it just wasn’t me, 😂. Glad it helped!
@GetBusyLivin
@GetBusyLivin 9 ай бұрын
i'm in the middle of this job and struggling with this same damn bolt. Did you just get a long extension and helper bar to brake it loose? i've thrown fire and penetrating anti seize spray all it and nada
@giannizamora7247
@giannizamora7247 8 ай бұрын
@@GetBusyLivinwhat did you end up doing? Everything else seems straightforward but trying to figure out if ima need a help bar too
@GetBusyLivin
@GetBusyLivin 8 ай бұрын
@@giannizamora7247definitely needed a helper bar or long handle ratchet to get enough torque. Also, I had to hit it with a flame for a good 5 mins straight before it finally gave way. The other side just required a bit of penetrating spray and it broke loose
@travismitchell8099
@travismitchell8099 2 күн бұрын
I gave up and put back together cuz had to work that night lol 😂 maybe I'll get around to it. Parts weren't bad but I buy in pairs to replace parts at same time. Just need a bigger cheater bar I guess xD
@bullseyeike3070
@bullseyeike3070 2 жыл бұрын
Watching this after a complete ball joint fail on my front driver side of my 2014 Mazda 6. Debating trying to fix it myself or have it towed to a shop. Either way thanks for the video you make it look easy!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not too bad if you have the tools. It’s always good to see the process to determine if you want to tackle it or have someone else do it. Either way, I hope it’s fixed soon!
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
Mazda quoted me like $1200 to do both sides. No thanks, I have the tools and time I'll do myself and keep my money!
@GOVAUS1
@GOVAUS1 11 ай бұрын
Good job. Great video. I am sure many find it helpful, myself included.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 11 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏿. Hopefully it will help many to come.
@billyshoffner527
@billyshoffner527 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the education brother man!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully it was helpful with you deciding whether its a project you want to tackle!
@mini_worx
@mini_worx 11 ай бұрын
Good job on the LCAs. The creaking of the one bolt finally coming lose is one we all know too well 😂
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 11 ай бұрын
I was a little worried that bolt was gonna ruin my day by snapping the head off 😂
@mini_worx
@mini_worx 11 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz -- Got done with the work on the Mazda 6. $200 for the LCA and wheel bearing. Easy peasy.
@11fisherj19
@11fisherj19 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the awesome video. Mine went smoothly for the most part. Must of pinched or broke an ABS/Speed sensor wire on the driver side. Showing all kinds of codes for abs and traction control.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 10 ай бұрын
Aww man. If it is the speed sensor, you can buy that separate and just replace that.
@tysonv78
@tysonv78 Жыл бұрын
Good lookin out for this video fam
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
No problem! Hopefully it helps!
@kevin199806
@kevin199806 7 ай бұрын
Nice tutorial video! For anyone else having trouble getting the ball joint out of the spindle, I would highly recommend picking up a harbor freight ball joint separator tool for $20. Mine wouldn't come out no matter how much beating and prying I put on it. The ball joint tool made (somewhat) quick work of it. Just know that if you're trying to remove the control arm to replace a bushing, there's a decent chance that it will tear up the ball joint boot in the process. Additionally, you may need to add a nut or something else on top of the ball joint when pressing it out.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 7 ай бұрын
Very true. I had one I had to use on my protege.
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
Much better to replace the whole control arm, due to age on the rubber bushings. They dry rot and will leave you doing this job again if you only do ball joints!
@deve302
@deve302 8 ай бұрын
I appreciate you for this video 👍🏾
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to watch it 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼
@Mobomechanic
@Mobomechanic 9 ай бұрын
Good Job Darius Great Video
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 9 ай бұрын
Thank you 👍🏾
@SM_AsheZ
@SM_AsheZ 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video bro
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
I hope it helps you if you need it!
@Popareeno
@Popareeno 2 жыл бұрын
Great video bro. Thanks
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I hope it helps!
@Priza25
@Priza25 5 ай бұрын
Can’t believe how easy your ball joint came out. Took me about an hour of pounding it and using a ball joint splitter. 😂
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
I too had a difficult time removing that ball joint, but heat, patience and banging and lots of it goes a long way on rusted parts!
@Hwyjunkie326
@Hwyjunkie326 2 ай бұрын
7:30 ish helped me understand more, I'm having trouble with my mazda 6 touring and this is now why. Cracked screen protector, busted knuckles, hurting wrist and a knee later I need to remove that dumb bolt.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 ай бұрын
I’m glad me explaining that part helped someone! And I’m glad it helped you!
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
I just went through this yesterday. That front bolt IS "stupid tight"! and that is no joke! I got a long breaker bar with that swivel and socket, came across from the passenger side of the car and used good ole foot and leg power and it worked! Need leverage on this one! Lining up the ball joint on the new one for me was a bigger PIA! Seemed like the new one was an inch too short in reach, but I think the strut had extended and I couldn't get it back up. Tried using a jack and all it did was go away from where it needed. About to give up on it, when I tried bolting the rear first, ball joint in the knuckle and front aligned in the opening. Still too short to insert the front bolt. I lowered the jack and it popped right into place. Had to use a long punch to align the bushing and that's all she wrote! Now lots of these videos look so easy like this video (mine was anything but when it came to putting the ball joint in), but I'm here to tell you, patience is key! Next is the passenger side and hopefully goes much smoother than the driver side. Good luck all!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 3 ай бұрын
The passenger side is a breeze compared to the driver side! God speed on the remaining repairs!
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!🤞
@klb1956
@klb1956 Ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz Well Darius, I finally got my hands on my daughter's car again to finish the job replacing the passenger side lower control arm. Yes, it was a breeze when comparing to removing the driver side. I think what happened on the driver side is that the strut extended downward and made it difficult for me to align the ball joint in the knuckle. This time I took a rachet strap under the knuckle and to the top of the coil spring to keep it from extending. MAN that made a huge difference! It went much smoother. Another tip for those reading and doing this job, I soaked the cinch bolt area with PB Blaster, used a heat gun and it really helps to split the cinch bolt opening on the backside a little. This helps break free any rust and allows penetrant to do its job better. Then using a 2lb sledge to beat down the control arm to free the ball joint. Thanks again for your video!
@dariusgreen8379
@dariusgreen8379 2 жыл бұрын
Great job!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pops!
@vart7767
@vart7767 2 ай бұрын
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 ай бұрын
You are welcome!!
@richardbatara3181
@richardbatara3181 6 ай бұрын
finally attempted this, aligning the bolts to the holes when installing was alot more challenging than it seemeed in the video 😅
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
Nice work! I’ve aligned many things so it kinda works like clockwork for me 😂. But a screwdriver to align in the hole works magic too. But sometimes the bushings and whatever gunk/rust in the cavity.
@richardbatara3181
@richardbatara3181 6 ай бұрын
@DariusBuildz Ah! Good tip with the screw driver! I'll try that for the otherside , thanks!
@IkonicInvst
@IkonicInvst Жыл бұрын
I'm going on 2 hours and can't get that bolt pulled, already broke a Ratchet handle and socket. I did get the pass side control armed installed with no problem, I think this last one is just the location. thanks for creating this video.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Hopefully you got it. The breaker bar and Jack the only way I got that bolt loose. If the engine was a tad higher, I don’t think it would be an issue. Everyone has issues with that bolt seems like
@IkonicInvst
@IkonicInvst Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz i finally got it, bout some 1/2 drive extension and used the impact to break it. Good lawd, other than changing my tires that’s the first time I EVER EVER EVER worked on a car, thanks for the great video and I’m glad I saw your struggles.
@Shadowwolf7774
@Shadowwolf7774 9 ай бұрын
2009 Mazda 6 O logged 551.899 miles from brand new. Oil change every 5000. Transmission flush every 70k coolant flush every 60k . tranmission went out at 350.000 bought used on lasted for ever.engine still original. 4 banger lasted for ever and ever.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 9 ай бұрын
hell yeah! I like those stories and I hope mine make it that far!
@Shadowwolf7774
@Shadowwolf7774 9 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz I would still drive mine but some hippie bought a 70k HUV 3 days before Christmas I had just paid my car off and he ran a red light and totaled both of our cars.
@Xcessive_Evil
@Xcessive_Evil Жыл бұрын
I may have to end up doing this. Been unable to locate the source of intermittent noise on the driver side along with random shaking while driving and braking above 60 mph. I replaced the sway links as they were visibly worn and didn’t change anything. Thr joints on the LCA look ok, but I am at 134k now. If so, this video shows that it’s quite feasible so thank you for this
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
For the clunk, also look at the strut mounts as well. The oem ones have gone bad before and can cause a clunk.
@Xcessive_Evil
@Xcessive_Evil Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz will do!
@pascalparent3137
@pascalparent3137 Жыл бұрын
I have the same issues. I'm debating whether to get into this or not. Before winter is here (Québec Canada)...
@Xcessive_Evil
@Xcessive_Evil Жыл бұрын
@@pascalparent3137 easier than I thought it would be. And yeah I would-especially if you don’t have a garage.
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
Have you looked at your control arm bushings? also your motor mounts have bushings as well and will cause vibrations and noises if the rubber is rotted out.
@djwolfletsgo
@djwolfletsgo 2 жыл бұрын
Bro 🙌 life saver
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Aye man, I’m glad it help! Don’t forget to sub to the channel if you havnt already!
@danielgarcia9243
@danielgarcia9243 5 ай бұрын
That bolt that he was struggling with was a pain in the butt the get off. I would recommend torching it or using the jack to lift up the control arm. That helped me to remove it
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 5 ай бұрын
It seems like that bolt fights everyone, 😆
@DarthXian
@DarthXian 2 жыл бұрын
What rivets and took do you recommend for the high sensor to use? I have to replace one LCA because of a bad ball joint as well but unsure about that height sensor and how to move it over. Appreciate all the help!!!!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
I really like the rivnuts personally. I use M5 aluminum and I've had good luck! I put blue loctite on the bolts so they don't back out due to the vibrations.
@mgolden2
@mgolden2 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Do you have to replace the height sensor when you replace each LCA?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I used the same airlift height sensor. I just had to add my rivnut so I could add my lower mount.
@ignatiusDOWN
@ignatiusDOWN 10 ай бұрын
Sorry if I missed in the video, what brand LCA did you go with and how have they held up? I’d prefer to go with OEM but they cost literally 3 times as much as the mid level Delphi or Moog lower control arm
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 10 ай бұрын
TRQ. I’m at 226k and they are still holding up well. I think I replaced them at 160k.
@dennisorantes34
@dennisorantes34 2 жыл бұрын
Question my friend, I have to replace the control arm, do that part came with with the bolt joint along with the bushing?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
The replacement control arm is an exact replacement of the oem control arm. You will reuse the hardware to mount it.
@jamesquinn8958
@jamesquinn8958 Ай бұрын
I don't know how you Hammered out the ball joint so effortlessly. I pounded on the control arm with a mini sledge and it's not budging
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Ай бұрын
My buddy couldn’t hammer his out either.
@jamesquinn8958
@jamesquinn8958 Ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz I got it eventually but man that thing was stubborn.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Ай бұрын
Corrosion or rust holding it in?
@jamesquinn8958
@jamesquinn8958 Ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz I'm honestly not sure. The ball joint was the main component that needed to be replaced so i wonder if the damage might've had something to do with it. There was a little crud around the top of the ball joint but I didn't see any rust or anything when I finally got it out.
@onlyxtools
@onlyxtools Жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial! Any tips on getting the lower ball joint spindle into the knuckle? It won't go in no matter how much I hammer it
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Take a screw driver and try to widen the gap a bit. Also, clean the inside of the spindle to make sure any rust and or dirt/grease is not there. It’s a tight tolerance and any little thing can make it hard to get the ball joint in there. Also make sure that you didn’t mushroom the spindle or the ball joint trying to force it in. Might have to dremel or smooth down the edges if you did.
@onlyxtools
@onlyxtools Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz Bro thanks for replying. Just got it in after cleaning and prying.
@ContasYT
@ContasYT 8 ай бұрын
that bolt you struggled is supposed to be tight 213-260 Nm (checking on the workshop manual) so it makes sense its so tight lol, I am pretty sure my control arms are creaking when turning on low speeds so I might need to change them
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 8 ай бұрын
But even though at ~200 ft lbs my m18 should have broke that free no problem 😂. Definitely wasn’t tightened back down to 200 🤣.
@ContasYT
@ContasYT 8 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz 220 Nm is around 160 ft lbs so yeah definitely 😂
@linasv5713
@linasv5713 8 ай бұрын
Does the pinch bolt only hold the ball joint by the grove or does it need to be exactly tightened to actually compress the knuckle, cause i ended up striping one bolt when trying to torque so now i tightened the new one to hand tight basically.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 8 ай бұрын
Both. If it’s finger tight and it backs out from vibration, then your ball joint will come loose from the knuckle.
@orlandocruz4727
@orlandocruz4727 Жыл бұрын
I've always like this model of Mazda, how good would you say they are in terms or reliability (mostly engine and tranny).
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
👋🏽. I have 200,500 miles on my car, so I would say with basic maintenance, it’s a pretty reliable car.
@victorpribyl
@victorpribyl Жыл бұрын
Any tips for moving the wheel hub assembly out of the way? I’ve tried moving the steering wheel to all positions, left, right and dead center and I still can’t seem to have enough room to slide in the control arm. Any tips appreciated!! Thanks Darius!! 🙏🏼
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
If you take the strut loose, you risk the axle coming out of the trans. What space issues are you having exactly?
@klb1956
@klb1956 3 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz That is a very good point my friend as I ALMOST made that mistake! The control WILL come out as the rear bushing has a little flex too it and will allow you to drop and wiggle it out of the way.
@victorpribyl
@victorpribyl Жыл бұрын
Hi Darius! Thank you so much for this helpful and informative video!! Is that height sensor stock on all Mazda 6's of this generation? I'm about to tackle this project myself, but I don't think my Mazda has that height sensor.. I'm not very mechanically inclined, so it's very possible mine has it and I just don't know about it hahah
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
The height sensor is aftermarket for my Airlift 3H suspension that I have on my car, so that will not be something that you will need to worry about. Sorry about not making that clear in the video.
@victorpribyl
@victorpribyl Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz No worries at all! Thank you for clarifying! I'm grateful for your thorough explanation because it gave me the confidence to try and tackle this myself! I'll let you know how it goes!
@victorpribyl
@victorpribyl Жыл бұрын
Do you have your jack stands just sitting on the four jack points of the car? I’m nervous about those thin pieces of metal supporting the car on the jack stand 😅 I’ve always used my lower control arm for the jack, but I can’t on this job 💁🏻‍♂️ hahah How do you recommend I jack up the car for this job?
@AiShadowyGuy
@AiShadowyGuy 2 жыл бұрын
Dealership quoted me $867 for this job. The only thing that has been replaced is the serpentine belt and hydraulic tensioner both of which I wouldn't want to attempt because you need a 50mm specialty socket and after 20,000 more miles the tensioner is starting to leak again so idk everything else is great and can be worked on
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
You don’t need a specialty socket to replace the tensioner and belts. I have a video on how to replace it. And I mostly do my work bc of shop fees. All I need is a tire mount and balance machine and a alignment machine and I’ll open up a shop, lol. And a lift!
@AiShadowyGuy
@AiShadowyGuy 2 жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz all data listed a 50mm that's odd, but ethier way I'm just happy to save money on this job. And I'm excited to install ruthenium spark plugs in a high compression engine, she already kicks like a mule.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
@@AiShadowyGuy maybe that's for the crank pulley but it's no reason to remove that. My video is here. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hpmlnpiB3L--qH0.html
@linasv5713
@linasv5713 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I want to replace my mazda 3 control arm, what type of impact wrench are you using I want to buy one but don't know how much power I need? Thanks
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I have a Milwaukee M18 mid torque. It has 600 ft lb tq. That’s overkill for these cars, but I have it to work on my Yukon where some stuff is torqued to 350ft lbs, then add rust. The driver side bolt is at a bad location, angled and using extensions, it’s loosing a bunch of torque in the process.
@sebbbou5455
@sebbbou5455 9 ай бұрын
Nice video! Can i ask you what you install ( drilling and all ) on the control arm?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 9 ай бұрын
Thanks! The bracket I added was for the front height sensor for my airlift air ride.
@sebbbou5455
@sebbbou5455 6 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz What brand of control arm you got? And are they hold up after that time?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
they are TRQ. That was at 167k and Im at 236k and they are holding up fine still!
@davekrebo7180
@davekrebo7180 Жыл бұрын
Can you replace the front control bushings on a 2016 Mazda 6 without replacing the entire control arm? The dealership is crazy by me they want around $1,100+ to replace the front control arms cause my bushings have dry rot around them with some cracks/breaks in the rubber.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
You can but the bushings will need to be pressed out. Since you have to remove the LCA anyway, you might as well replace the entire LCA as the ball joint is probably bad anyway. So you solve two issues at one time and it’s quicker to just replace the entire LCA as well.
@timalten6144
@timalten6144 11 ай бұрын
My friend and I just replaced the lower ball joints without having to remove the entire LCA. Yes, you will definitely need a ball joint press kit to get it done. It wasn't too bad a job, but did take a fair amount of whacking to get the ball joint to finally drop. Very thankful for Darius' videos!! I've used at least 2 of them now on my '15 Mazda 6 (96K). I love this car, but wish the front doors had stock sound mats in them; the front doors sound so "hollow and drummy" when closing. I used some HushMat pads on the inside of the driver door while I was fixing my door speaker. Sounds better when closing now, but haven't done the same to the passenger door... someday. Thanks again, Darius, for the awesome videos!
@harterq
@harterq 29 күн бұрын
Do all 2015 Mazda 6 have height sensors? My parts are TRQ as well and I would like to know before I attempt it
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 28 күн бұрын
No. those are for my aftermarket airlift 3h kit. Your mazda 6 will not have those as it does not have air suspension.
@harterq
@harterq 28 күн бұрын
@@DariusBuildz Awesome thank you, your video is very helpful
@aliefdrumline
@aliefdrumline 2 жыл бұрын
Darius,how many miles do you have on your 6? seems like youve been through alot.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
167k. Its been lowered and bagged since 80k which is where majority of the wear and tear has came from. But other than these maintenance items, the car has been trouble free. Waiting on back ordered parts is what’s slowing me down currently.
@beto079
@beto079 Жыл бұрын
Hello, is TRQ a good brand? I'm about to buy the suspension kit, but not sure if those parts are reliable. Thanks!
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I was at 167k and now i'm at 213k and they are still holding up great! The boots are still holding no rips, and the bushings are holding up, so I would say they are good!
@beto079
@beto079 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz You're awesome! Thank you very much!!
@urosklopcic7991
@urosklopcic7991 2 жыл бұрын
Question. Is it posible to replace only ball joint? Tnx p.s. big like for video :)
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
You will have to have a press to press it out. Then you have to actually find a ball joint, then press it back in. But you will have to remove the LCA from the car to do that anyway
@jblairhoward
@jblairhoward 10 ай бұрын
Currently working on a '14 3 and that driver's side bolt is tight as heck on mine too. Why?!!?!?!?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 10 ай бұрын
I am not sure but everyone that I’ve talked too, that bolt is always the tightest! Use the jack handle for leverage!
@DenisMorissetteJFK
@DenisMorissetteJFK 10 ай бұрын
After replacing one, the steering wheel was crooked and weird noises came out at times. An alignment should fix these issues.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 10 ай бұрын
That’s common after doing suspension work. An alignment will fix that right up and get it back within factory specifications!
@quicksno
@quicksno 2 жыл бұрын
Darius do you still have your old lca's? If so I'd like to buy them from you.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 2 жыл бұрын
Sadly I don’t. I gave them to my good Buddy IG@Lop51ed for his business, Manifest Garage. He is planned to be offering Extended LCA’s for the 3rd Gen 6 sometime in the future.
@SC-ww9nk
@SC-ww9nk 8 ай бұрын
Awesome video! Can you provide the amazon link or name/brand of the extendable bar you used to finally loosen the driver side bolt?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 8 ай бұрын
The bar was the handle off of my harbor freight jack. It just so happens to fit on top of my ratchet . They do make breaker bars for the purpose I just didn’t have one long enough. . amzn.to/40bXwSP
@SC-ww9nk
@SC-ww9nk 8 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz that’s crazy how it worked out! Also, were all 4 tires removed just for the front control arms?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
No. I was doing other work on the car at the time. During that video my car was apart waiting on a part that took almost 2 months to get here
@gambomambo7994
@gambomambo7994 7 күн бұрын
I managed to cross threat the longest bolt. I damaged the threads on the screw and the insert in the frame. First time I have to give a car to the shops 💀
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 7 күн бұрын
Oh no 🫣. Did you hand thread it in first or you just sent it to the moon?
@thewavyartist242
@thewavyartist242 11 ай бұрын
Hopefully someone answers does which side the wheel is on changes the lower control arms
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 11 ай бұрын
Yes. They are side specific. You cant install them on the wrong side.
@thewavyartist242
@thewavyartist242 11 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz okay does it changes if my car is right hand drive? Or that has nothing to do with my lower control arms ?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
I dont think yours being right hand drive would matter with the control arms,
@richardbatara3181
@richardbatara3181 7 ай бұрын
did you have to add grease to the ball joint?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 7 ай бұрын
No. These were sealed units. They didn’t have the grease fitting.
@PilotVinProductionz
@PilotVinProductionz Жыл бұрын
How is the trq control arm holding up im worndering if to get that or oem ?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I’m over 51,000 miles on them and they are holding up good! Front and rear bushing are good and ball joints are still good! Definitely a good alternative to oem so far
@PilotVinProductionz
@PilotVinProductionz Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz ok nice because my ball joints are shot n I live in the Caribbean we have alot of pot holes so I want something sturdy
@Orgee95
@Orgee95 Жыл бұрын
Any idea on torque for these bolts? Thanks
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Left Frame Bolt: 175 ft-lbs Right Frame Bolt: 120 ft-lbs Lower Ball Joint: 30 ft-lbs 👍🏾
@mattmgarza
@mattmgarza 8 ай бұрын
So it looks like the rotor, caliper, and cv axle can stay where it is....good to know. I feel like on some of these you've gotta remove damn near everything.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 8 ай бұрын
Yeah, like on my 4wd Yukon…
@gambomambo7994
@gambomambo7994 4 ай бұрын
I assume the torque specs on these are 2-4 dakdaks?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 4 ай бұрын
I left the mazda specs on another comment that someone asked, but the rear bolt prob needs to be 4-6 ugga duggas and the front 2-4 should be sufficient
@DenisMorissetteJFK
@DenisMorissetteJFK 10 ай бұрын
I went for an alignment today. The mechanic refused to do it because the arm control has 2 extra inches than the original one. What do you think?😮
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 10 ай бұрын
That doesn’t make any sense. How would the LCA be two inches longer than the original one?
@DenisMorissetteJFK
@DenisMorissetteJFK 10 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz Since my comment, he told me that the new arm is for race cars.
@DenisMorissetteJFK
@DenisMorissetteJFK 10 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz I’m seeing a different mechanic in a few hours.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
did you get it figured out, and where did you source the extended LCA's?
@DenisMorissetteJFK
@DenisMorissetteJFK 6 ай бұрын
@@DariusBuildz My friend ordered it from Turkey! 😮 I went to a mechanic who installed the standard ones.
@Shadowwolf7774
@Shadowwolf7774 Жыл бұрын
How long did the TRQ control arms last? I have tried mavotech Supreme, direct import from O'Reilly's neither one of those lasted 10,000 miles before the ball joint went bad.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I’m 30k miles and still feels good.
@PilotVinProductionz
@PilotVinProductionz Жыл бұрын
​@@DariusBuildz are they still good ?
@rickybobby7276
@rickybobby7276 6 ай бұрын
Did you need an alignment after this?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 6 ай бұрын
Yes. An alignment should be checked and performed after any suspension work to make sure that the camber and toe is in specification to reduce potential abnormal tire wear
@richardbatara3181
@richardbatara3181 7 ай бұрын
anyone has the torque specs for the bolts?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz 7 ай бұрын
The left side control arm frame fastener gets tightened down to 175 ft-lbs. The right side fasteners can both be tightened down to 120 ft-lbs. With the frame fasteners installed and tightened you can push the ball joint into the steering knuckle and tighten down the pinch bolt to 30 ft-lbs.
@simbadlemarin1815
@simbadlemarin1815 Жыл бұрын
I don't know how in the hell you got those ball joints to come out so easy. I had to go get a ball joint separator tool from harbor freight, and still had to put a small socket on top of the ball joint and get the tool on that in order to push that thing out. Hammer didn't do jack shit but make a lot noise.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
It’s a southern car, so no salt on the roads in the winter, so everything typically comes apart decently 😂
@simbadlemarin1815
@simbadlemarin1815 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz ah, that makes sense, thanks for the reply! Just finished the passenger side this morning. I started out on Saturday (2 days ago) not knowing how to use a floor jack. To having one side done finally. I'll tackle the driver side this coming weekend.
@TheSoloAsylum
@TheSoloAsylum Жыл бұрын
Anyone notice the back jack stand only sitting on two legs?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
14 out of 16 is winning odds 🤷🏾‍♂️ 😂 Passed the shake test. Clearly didn’t go anywhere 😆
@TheSoloAsylum
@TheSoloAsylum Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz We'll be doing this same job when parts arrive so we'll try the 14/16 method.
@robertstratton1805
@robertstratton1805 Жыл бұрын
No, that is very important. As soon as you hear that sound, it must be replaced. I just did mine and was amazed at how far gone it was.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
The ball joints going bad seem to be a common issue.
@robertstratton1805
@robertstratton1805 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz yeah, my ball joints and the control arm bushings were totally shot. When I replaced them, the ball joint fell apart
@adrian-christian1000
@adrian-christian1000 Жыл бұрын
I just replace the right and left lower control arm with ball joint each one cost me $360 Canadian.
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Where those OEM LCA’s at that price?
@sarahobrien3379
@sarahobrien3379 Жыл бұрын
How do u have no rust under it?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
We don’t get snow like that in the south, so no salt brine mixes to destroy our cars.
@sarahobrien3379
@sarahobrien3379 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz that's crazy
@buchhalterkimbo6934
@buchhalterkimbo6934 Жыл бұрын
no realignement needed?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
I would recommend getting the alignment checked after doing any suspension work.
@CorruptInfinityOfficial
@CorruptInfinityOfficial Жыл бұрын
Yo boss what type of rivet gun do I need?
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Depends on what you are using it for, but this is what I use with aluminum nutserts: amzn.to/3L48pR2
@CorruptInfinityOfficial
@CorruptInfinityOfficial Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz awesome, do you remember how big of a hole you drilled into the new arms? Just wanna make sure I don’t fuck anything up cause it’s my daily
@stuwhite2337
@stuwhite2337 Жыл бұрын
Surprised mine failed the MOT on lower arms yeterday at 48000 miles
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
Really? And you have a 6? I know the CX5’s destroy them
@stuwhite2337
@stuwhite2337 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz yes, a 2017 6 tourer that I have had from new. They said that the bushes were shot. The dealership wanted £580 for two new arms
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
@@stuwhite2337 dang. That price isn’t bad. Mazda USA quoted me $1200 for two and instal
@stuwhite2337
@stuwhite2337 Жыл бұрын
@@DariusBuildz the price was just to buy them. Got some aftermarket ones coming Monday for £150 a pair
@DariusBuildz
@DariusBuildz Жыл бұрын
@@stuwhite2337 oh wow. I never priced the oem lca bc I figured they were ridiculously expensive
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