Age old shimmy question

[garysaini]

It is at 55 - 65 mph shimmy enhanced when braking hard. I think I need new thrust arm bushing. Since nearly 102000 miles was planning to change the complete arm. Also need the stablizer links I think thats what they are called.

Question - If I drive for some time (months) with shot bushing is that dangerous / bad ???

[Gary M]

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[intelitre]

Its both dangerous and bad.

I would suggest changing out both the bushings and control at the same time.
Worn links will not cause any severe drivability prroblems but you will hear a good "thunk" when the swat bar moves up and down - easy to replace when you do the control arms as they have to be disconected. I found BMA has best prices - don't wait!



It is at 55 - 65 mph shimmy enhanced when braking hard. I think I need new thrust arm bushing. Since nearly 102000 miles was planning to change the complete arm. Also need the stablizer links I think thats what they are called.

Question - If I drive for some time (months) with shot bushing is that dangerous / bad ???

[garysaini]

So I ordered the parts to replace the thrust arm. I understand that the bolt that is used to attach the thrust arm to the frame has a self locking nut. Do I need to order the nut alongwith the Thrust arm. I think it comes with a nut for the ball joint??