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cracked steering spindle knuckle, replace or keep?

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Old 08-31-2015, 06:00 PM
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cracked steering spindle knuckle, replace or keep?

Ok I freekin over-torqued the bolt on the outer tie-rod, which cracked the spindle right where the outer tie rod plugs into, you guys think i should replace it, or let it ride?

I normally wouldn't think twice, but this car has 300k Miles on it, and it honestly doesn't seem that bad.


 
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Old 08-31-2015, 06:54 PM
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Replace... Find one on eBay and swap it out.... Don't gamble with that
 
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Old 08-31-2015, 07:19 PM
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Replace... Find one on eBay and swap it out.... Don't gamble with that
i'll take your advice then thanks
 
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Old 08-31-2015, 10:42 PM
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+1 replace it ASAP!
 
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yea.. too many parts connected to it...
 
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That's a definite REPLACE that part. If that fails, your control arm will meet the pavement...hopefully not at 80MPH

Check ebay, I've seen those spindles for under $100
 
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so i got a used one from the local scum of the universe used parts dealer for 120$

Over-priced in my opinion, shoulda been 60$.

I was undoing the ABS sensor bolt and the head snapped off. Now I can't get it out even with a screw extractor kit. I'm gonna bring to my local mechanic tomorrow and see what he can do.

These used parts guys are scum.
 
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so i got a used one from the local scum of the universe used parts dealer for 120$

Over-priced in my opinion, shoulda been 60$.

I was undoing the ABS sensor bolt and the head snapped off. Now I can't get it out even with a screw extractor kit. I'm gonna bring to my local mechanic tomorrow and see what he can do.

These used parts guys are scum.
should have pmed me
 
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