A7 OOH Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 With the single top link suspension the ball joint appears to be an integral part of the link.Am I correct in assuming that if the ball joint wear is excessive a complete new top link is required?or is there a modification - I understand new links are no longer produced although Chris a Redline may hold a stock.Could be an expensive job for the sake of a ball joint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 Replacing the whole arm is common on lots of cars - on my porsche the lower arms are £250 each and there are four :-0. Thats plus vat!Try redline. There is also the option of fitting the bracket for the extra forward link and using an upper wishbone from a later car. Perhaps call Bruce at Arch motors who should be able to talk you through the possibilities.RegardsIan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A7 OOH Posted October 15, 2020 Author Share Posted October 15, 2020 Thank Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elie boone Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 I know that you can replace the ball only, however where to find the right part i don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TANGO7 Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 Rimmer Bros may be a source. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A7 OOH Posted October 16, 2020 Author Share Posted October 16, 2020 Given he upright/hub carrier is Triumph it's fair to assume?? a Triumph ball joint- however how do you replace it-is it even possible.Has anyone ever replaced the ball joint and if so how. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon_h Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 I have a feeling it’s based on a ford part so might be worth looking at late 50’s fords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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