MOOG K80230 Stabilizer Bar Link
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Yes, there is only one strut in the kit, so you'll need to order one for each side; they do come greased, but I'd use or buy a grease gun to make sure they're fully greased. Then, after each tire rotation, grease them. Depending on the type of oil I use, I rotate my tires every other oil change or 7,000 miles. Tire rotation is something that the majority of people do not do. DO IT! When you rotate your tires and get a wheel alignment every time you get a new set, you'll be amazed at how much more mileage you get out of them.
It is suggested that they be greased prior to installation. That way, you'll have a little more peace of mind.
It might. Regrettably, there are two different versions of the same part number. I placed a double order. The one who had it and the one who didn't didn't. After about two years of use, both are still working perfectly, so I can't really complain.
Yes, but I discovered that the clunking came from my lower ball joint.
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I've only had them on for a few weeks, so the final review will depend on how long they last, but for now, I'm giving them high marks because they clearly do what they're designed to do. These links are much more durable than factory links, and they have grease fittings, which may be the weak link. Because they aren't sealed, you'll need to make sure they get grease on a regular basis; I'll have to experiment to see how often this is required. They should last for a long time as long as water and salt are kept out. br>br>Installation was simple. The stock links require the use of an allen wrench to hold the bolts still while removing the nuts, and even with penetrating oil, it was difficult to get the nuts off. With these, you can use a thin wrench to hold the bolt, allowing me to use my air ratchet to tighten the nuts. br>br>They'll be a great buy if they last as long as the originals.
I now understand why some people believe aftermarket parts are junk; I ordered the same part from amazon and from my local auto parts, and the two are completely different; the one from my local auto parts looks and feels good, but the one from amazon doesn't; it feels very loose and can be moved with one finger, whereas the one from my local auto part requires some force to move; lesson learned: the internet is full of knockoff items; I stick to s.
" The OEM stabilizer links lasted over 200K miles and 13 years. I bought Amazon's "Best Seller" replacements, and after three years and about 60K miles, the bottom joint on both sides became sloppy, and the boots basically disintegrated. These Moogs are like something out of a science fiction movie. Grease fittings with a larger diameter are pre-installed. installed, and the internal wrenching type has wrench flats, making installation much easier. I'm not sure how long they'll last, but with a shot of grease every oil change, I think these will be the last ones I need for this car.
I have a 6-speed manual transmission. Working for a private delivery company seven days a week in a 2009 Prius. Everything from the rough streets of Los Angeles to the highway and canyons. To put it another way, I know my car pretty well in a variety of driving situations, and these stabilizers were a huge improvement over the stock stabilizers. My car's turns are much smoother and more controlled, whether I'm making a simple U turn or driving down Malibu Canyon with a heavy load. Don't worry, there will be no illegal speeding here because the laws of the United States do not apply. Anyway, replacing the old, broken ones with these was a breeze with a little elbow grease. My car is probably going to break down before the Moog Stabilizers. In many ways, the build quality, installation, and performance of this purchase have exceeded my expectations. Not to mention that I'm only a delivery driver, so this didn't cost me a fortune.
It's a good substitute. In the through-hole, the OE employs a hex head. It's difficult to get oppositional torque on it to remove a rusted nut (heat, yes), and it's a bad choice for something that gets weather, salt, road grime, and so on. You can toss an open-faced nut on the back. end wrench on, way better approach, and they're ported for grease on both top and bottom, which is equally as awesome.
These look great on my 2007 Scion TC. The old bent sway bar link needed to be replaced. It's best if you replace them in pairs. The first thing I noticed about these links is how much thicker and more durable they are than the OEM ones, so I would consider them an upgrade. These parts completely eliminated the issue of the car pulling to the side when driving on uneven roads, as well as the constant rattling that occurs when driving on a bumpy road and making sharp turns.
It's beefier than the OEM, but it's a little stiff right out of the box. So far, there have been no problems with direct bolt on.
Stabilizer links that work well. The links appeared to be significantly thicker than stock OEM links. I'm hoping it doesn't get shot while it's good. The bolt design allows us to tighten the front while holding the back with a skinny wrench. When removing or repairing something, the OEM uses a hex key, which is always stripped off.