Wear parts on front suspension

[dsommer]

I’m about to start the front suspension rebuild and have some questions. What normal wear and tear parts need to be replaced? So far I have in my possession: Poly bushing kit, and two complete tie rod assemblys. I know my steering boot is torn and will have to be replaced (does anybody have a alternative for getting this part or a similar one?(NOT MS or VB their prices and treatment of some of our members forces me to seek other outlets for parts and use them ONLY as a last resort).

 

I’m guessing that the ball joints need to be replaced, how do you know if they are bad? Loose? (They may have been replaced in the past but I want to know what I have under the car and the car is INOP at this time). I also ordered replacement struts from Shox.com this morning (saved $$$ over MS)

 

So what other parts need to be replaced?

 

Thanks,

 

David

[johnc]

Here's a front bushing list:

 

Control arm bushings

Tension rod bushings

Steering rack mount bushings

Steering coupler

Motor mounts

Upper spring isolator

 

You should also replace the ball joints with new Nissan parts. You already have the tie rod ends. I also suggest you take the time and replace all the fasteners with new Nissan or equivilant metric grade 9.8 or 10.9 parts.