Pillowball Bushings -- Great deal from Malloy Mazda (now-June 30)
06-15-05, 08:46 PM
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thanks to walien for the heads up. i ordered 6 new pillowball mounts this morning in search to fix my suspension problem. ray at malloy is a great guy. they sent them out today and they should be here by friday.
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06-23-05, 04:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Meiogirl
hey willie how easy were they to install?
We only have a week left on this deal, so jump on it lazy-bones!
06-23-05, 05:31 PM
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AutoZone provides a free tool rental program. Basically, you put a 100% deposit/purchase the tool and receive a full refund when you return the item before 90 days. So, I "rented" this AutoZone tool 3-IN-1 Ball Joint/U-Joint/C-frame press service kit. BTW, Kragen does not have this tool in it's loan program.
Or, you can purchase a lower quality version at Harbor Freight for sale $19.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=38335
Installation was fairly easy with 2 people (1 holding the press and the other cranking on it). Also, you'll need a small screwdriver, snap ring pliers, grease, and a 1/2" socket in either a 13/16" or 15/16" size. I recommend purchasing a few dust covers to replace the bad ones. Good luck!
Or, you can purchase a lower quality version at Harbor Freight for sale $19.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=38335
Installation was fairly easy with 2 people (1 holding the press and the other cranking on it). Also, you'll need a small screwdriver, snap ring pliers, grease, and a 1/2" socket in either a 13/16" or 15/16" size. I recommend purchasing a few dust covers to replace the bad ones. Good luck!
Last edited by schwinger; 06-23-05 at 05:35 PM.
06-23-05, 08:35 PM
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^^hmm...too late.
I did it the Max Cooper way. After the first one I got the hang of it and it went pretty well. I did replace all the dust covers which is definately a good idea.
The car feels like new now.
I did it the Max Cooper way. After the first one I got the hang of it and it went pretty well. I did replace all the dust covers which is definately a good idea.
The car feels like new now.
06-23-05, 11:43 PM
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Originally Posted by schwinger
AutoZone provides a free tool rental program. Basically, you put a 100% deposit/purchase the tool and receive a full refund when you return the item before 90 days. So, I "rented" this AutoZone tool 3-IN-1 Ball Joint/U-Joint/C-frame press service kit. BTW, Kragen does not have this tool in it's loan program.
Or, you can purchase a lower quality version at Harbor Freight for sale $19.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=38335
Installation was fairly easy with 2 people (1 holding the press and the other cranking on it). Also, you'll need a small screwdriver, snap ring pliers, grease, and a 1/2" socket in either a 13/16" or 15/16" size. I recommend purchasing a few dust covers to replace the bad ones. Good luck!
Or, you can purchase a lower quality version at Harbor Freight for sale $19.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=38335
Installation was fairly easy with 2 people (1 holding the press and the other cranking on it). Also, you'll need a small screwdriver, snap ring pliers, grease, and a 1/2" socket in either a 13/16" or 15/16" size. I recommend purchasing a few dust covers to replace the bad ones. Good luck!
06-24-05, 12:29 PM
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I bought the one from harbor freight... decent and made quick work of the pillow *****.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
06-24-05, 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by vchacon
I bought the one from harbor freight... decent and made quick work of the pillow *****.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
06-24-05, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by vchacon
I bought the one from harbor freight... decent and made quick work of the pillow *****.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
1. Just make sure you mount everything correctly so you don't damage the arms
2. When you pushing the pillow ***** in stop when it gets a bit diffuclt to turn and check to make sure you don't push the pillow ball THROUGH... don't ask
3. A second pair of hand helps alot, especially, if you leave the arms on the car.
Last edited by WaLieN; 06-24-05 at 10:07 PM.
06-29-05, 01:40 PM
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Ordered mine yesterday, I can honestly say that I will be getting all my stock parts from Ray Crowe from now on.
Thanks guys, this saved me a TON!
Thanks guys, this saved me a TON!
06-30-05, 05:00 PM
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Ray is usually very close to Mazda Competition pricing. On a set of spark plug wires, he was within $2-5 of MazdaComp's price.
Usually, I'll call Ray if I need tech help, or order from MazdaComp if I know exactly what I need and need it shipped quickly (since they're geographically closer to me).
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Usually, I'll call Ray if I need tech help, or order from MazdaComp if I know exactly what I need and need it shipped quickly (since they're geographically closer to me).
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