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Old November 28th 04, 08:05 AM
SteveC
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Default 1971 Alfa Spider 1750 - Front upper control arm locating washers...

Hi Folks,

A while ago, I replaced the upper control arms on my '71 Alfa Spider
1750. The arm I replaced incorporates the upper ball joint, but also
it has a bushing near the ball joint to connect with the other upper
arm (the locating arm?) which secures things towards the front of the
car.

....but I suspect that my replacement upper control arms (they were new
- I got the adjustable ones, what the heck?) didn't have all the
pieces - that is, the manuals seem to refer to "locating washers" that
fit with the bushing mount for the locating arm, but I don't have any
such washers. After making the replacement, I now hear a thump in the
front suspension when I stab the brakes.

Of course (dang!) I quickly discarded the old control arms, and now
i'm not sure if "locating washers" are supposed to be there. And so I
ask: Is there some kind of "locating washer" that is needed with the
bushing between the upper control arm and the upper locating arm? Has
anybody also purchased new upper control arms and found that these
locating washers (if there are supposed to be any) were not included?

Your input on this is much appreciated indeed!

Many Thanks!

SteveC 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 Spider
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