MOOG K7258 Stabilizer Bar Link
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Only one side is included in this purchase. For both sides, you'll need two kits. It may appear to be a significant sum of money for both parties, but rest assured that these are not the low-cost junk links available for $20-$50. These are high-capacity units that will last for a long time. For decades, Moog has been known for producing the highest-quality suspension parts.
Although it comes with some grease, I added more to ensure that the cups were filled to my exact specifications. The grease gun handle was only pumped a couple of times. That's just how I roll. On the safe side at all times. These are the best quality you can get for your money. These were already in my 2003 and 2006 Chrysler Town and Country, but I chose to replace them due to their age. The old ones didn't show much wear, especially the 2003, which had been in service for over ten years. Best wishes to you. They'll be the last ones you install, but they'll serve you well.
They were located in this location. This item number can be found by searching for: W0133- 1803817- MPR, or search for "Mopar Sway Bar Bushing" by entering your vehicle's year, make, and model. You'll need two of them because they're single.
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A faint stamped mark on the center of the stabilizer bar corresponds to a stamped mark on the aluminum subframe. Unless the bar is lined up, the links will fail early and make a lot of noise. Strange as it may seem, this is correct.
I'm having trouble giving these 5 stars because I have yet to come across any that last longer than 2 to 3 years. The ones I bought at a local parts store lasted about two years. 5 years. These are a little heavier than the ones they replaced, and they have grease fittings, so they should last a little longer. I'm also banking on the Moog parts' good reputation. br>br>Installation was simple but time-consuming due to a lack of space for wrenches for the lower mount and dealing with the lock nuts; however, this is a simple replacement. br>br>Updated on July 15, 2015. Four stars have been reduced to one. At least one of them is already rattling just over a year later and with only about 6000 miles on them. The ones I got from a local parts store that didn't have grease fittings lasted a lot longer. I'm not sure what I'm going to do next. It was a huge let down. br>Recent changes: Finally, I've gotten around to keeping these things up to date. One of them had come loose on one end, as it turned out. That had to be the source of the noise. I'm surprised it could come loose with those nuts on the shafts as tight as they are. And I'm confident that I torqued them to the correct specifications. One of them had a lot of rusty grease oozing out of one end, so I'm not sure how long they'll last.
The grease fittings are particularly appealing. Moog has produced a fantastic product. In my front suspension, I was able to eliminate one source of clunking. Stabilizer bar links and ball joints with grease fittings are becoming increasingly hard to come by. That's why I got these for our Dodge Grand Caravan ES, which was built in 2002. The link's life is extended by using a grease joint fitting, which also keeps them quiet. Other manufacturers' "sealed" units appear to deteriorate rapidly. This part is simple to install, though the nuts "grip" a little more than I'd like as you ratchet them on. The nuts were 18mm in diameter, and there were flat surfaces on the back of the ball joint near the rubber boot where a crescent wrench could be placed. This is necessary to prevent the bolt from spinning as you tighten everything down. Also, take a close look at the rubber boot. If it's crimped along the bolt shaft when you get it out of the box, just gently pry it back into place with a small screw driver. Don't think that putting grease in the boot will solve the problem - it won't. It may become a shambles. Overall, I am very pleased with this product.
These bars have been designed to last a long time. I prefer to grease movable parts on a regular basis to remove contaminants and debris while also replenishing the lubricant. The gusher bearings on these links allow you to keep things running smoothly for a long time, and the built-in hex nut to back up the stud makes installation even easier. This will also make it easier to replace it in the future if I need to, rather than fighting with a torx that will eventually strip out. I sprayed these links with rust proofing paint to help prevent future corrosion, but they appeared to have already been coated in some way. If you do your homework like I did, you'll discover that Moog parts are the way to go. br>br>These parts fit my Chrysler Town and Country from the year 2000. Almost all of the front-end suspension and steering components were replaced. Complete strut assemblies from Moog are also a good option. My van has re-adjusted to its proper position and is once again riding like a Cadillac. On this project, we also used Moog sway bar bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, and wheel bearings; however, if you need to replace the control arm bushings, buy the entire control arm assembly with ball joints. I made the error of attempting to reassemble the arms on my own. What a pain in the neck! Save yourself some time and money by paying a little more for assembly.
There are several different versions of the K7258 swaybar link on the market. Some come with grease and fittings already installed. Some grease fittings and grease must be installed by you, while others must be installed by you. The design and quality of grease boots appear to vary as well. In any case, make sure they're greased properly before using them, and re-grease them if necessary. lubricate your tires on a regular basis, such as when you rotate them; Life expectancy may be shortened if this does not happen. When a company makes significant changes to a product without changing the part number, it irritates me greatly. As a result, it's difficult to predict exactly what you'll get when you order one.
On a 2010 Town and Country minivan, I installed this. When braking, it gave off a trembling sensation. The old stabilizer bar was worn out and lacked the lubrication needed to keep the engine and chassis stable. Because Moog is the industry leader in this field, I strongly recommend their products. Once you replace these, you'll never have a problem.
Rustbelt '05 DGC passenger side link completely detached from lower bolt due to rust. br>This unit appears to be nearly identical to those made by Detroit Axle, and they are selling a pair for less than Moog is charging for one. The Moog is on the passenger side, and I'll put one of the two Detroit Axle units on the driver's side to see how they fare.