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Need second-opinion: replacing lower ball joints
Posted by dave (more from dave) on Wed, 21 Aug 2002 08:32:45
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Hi All.
1995 Saab 900s. 2-door Coupe. 110k. I've owned this car for about 5 years, and it has never let me down. It's been very reliable.
Began to notice some weird symptoms recently... when I apply the brakes when going 40 mph or more, there's a substantial shudder from the front end. Not noticeable below 40 mph. My first guess was that the rotors were probably warped, even though they were replaced about 6 months ago. I took the car to my local Saab dealership, they put a few hours into it, and determined that the rotors were fine: .003". The problem is actually being caused by a bad lower ball joint. Their recommendation is to replace both ball joints, which will cost $775 including all parts and labor (OUCH!!!).
They said it doesn't need to be done immediately, I'm not in any danger by continuing to drive the car, but I should get the work done sooner or later.
I'd like a second opinion on this, since the cost is pretty high. I'm trying to locate a private Saab mechanic in my area (Allentown, PA), but haven't had any luck yet. Any recommendations on what I should do?
Thanks much.
-dave
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Posts in this Thread:
- Need second-opinion: replacing lower ball joints, dave, Wed, 21 Aug 2002 08:32:45 <-- Viewing This Message
- Re: Need second-opinion: replacing lower ball joints, David, Fri, 23 Aug 2002 08:20:12
- Re: Need second-opinion: replacing lower ball joints, Dean, Wed, 21 Aug 2002 09:14:28
- Re: Need second-opinion: replacing lower ball joints, JohnJerk, Wed, 21 Aug 2002 08:46:43
- sounds about right, MJM
, Wed, 21 Aug 2002 08:46:02- prices, MJM
, Wed, 21 Aug 2002 15:12:32
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