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I can save you a lot of time, frustration and money https://www.toyota-4runner.org/for-sale-t4r-items/277767-fs-like-new-4th-gen-upper-control-arm-set-$50-shipping-greensboro-nc.html Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

These were new from 1AAuto, identical to OE with bushings and ball joints. I swapped them out for JBA UCA's after 600 miles to increase caster for larger tires. Will include a new set of 90948-A2002 washers for the UCA's since I had no need for them.

Here is the set that I used: Box I printed them out on 8.5x11 paper using the 'Poster' option in the pdf print dialog.

Looking forward to it. Great write-up! Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

I do. They don't require a specialized installation tool, they won't rust like an improperly selected steel band, they are impervious to oil/grease, they don't run the risk of cutting into the boot as an over-tightened band clamp might, and they are just as tight as the OEM band clamps. Pretty...

They will outlast the rubber boot. Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

I recently replaced my CV axles and try as I might, couldn't get the old clips off without damaging them. I used 11--inch zip ties that I found in the electrical dept at Home Depot. They worked very well. Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

Well said.

Greasy fingerprints on the right side rotor perhaps? (Speaking from experience).

What I did yesterday... After installing JBA upper control arms on my 2003 Ltd two weeks ago, the absence of the original fender liners was especially pronounced. Made a set yesterday from tool drawer liner material using templates found on the forum. One hour of time and $7 invested.

Same situation here on a former NY 2003 Ltd. The lines had corroded to the point where they leaked. When removing the entire system we noticed that s-bends near the front shocks were especially corroded and fragile.

I'm not sure 'fun' is the right word I spent three hours trying to get the first cam bolt off my son's 2003 former NY 4runner. Finally had to grab the sawzall for all 4 bolts. The cross-section reveals why: the bolt, cam aligner, and bushing sleeve had completely fused together. The sawzall...