OEM vs aftermarket control arm and tie rod

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Oct 15, 2018 | 02:14 PM

Gobstopp

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OEM vs aftermarket control arm and tie rod

I have a 09 fit with 133k miles. I’ve replaces the front hubs and bearings, and I’m about to replace the rears this weekend. I plan on ordering new oem axles, as there is some play, and some grease leaking from the boots. While I was at it, I figure I should replace the control arms and tie rod, as the boots and bushings are worn and could be replaces.

looking into it, i was hoping to upgrade my control arms. I don’t see many options, and I’m unsure about off brands. Nothing is marketed as above oem quality, so is oem my best option for control arms and tie rods?

Oct 15, 2018 | 02:28 PM

evilchargerfan

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how about just replacing the bushings for the control arms?

https://powerflexusa.com/fit2014.aspx

as for tie rods, I believe moog makes some decent quality stuff (I have their "problem solver" end links). if the price gap isnt too bad, stick with oem

Oct 15, 2018 | 06:36 PM

Gobstopp

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Well, I don’t have a press. So I would have to take them to a shop and press them in/out. I figure by the time I buy those bushings, plus the new boot parts, plus paying to have them pressed in, I might as well just buy a new arm with everything pre installed. Rockpprt had a kit from moog, comes with two complete“problem solver” tie rods, inner and outer pieces, plus two control arms with new bushings and boot pre installed, all for $186. I wasn’t sure about quality, as I’ve never heard of moog, and that deal seems almost too good to be true