How do you properly remove and install the upper control arm on Chevrolet El Camino?

Raise the front end of the vehicle and lower the control arm onto a jack for support, then remove the wheel. Separate the upper control arm ball stud and remove the two nuts securing the control arm shaft to the frame bracket, ensuring to tape together the shims for proper reinstallation. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove the upper control arm attaching bolts for clearance; gently tap the bolt downwards with a brass drift, pry it upwards with a suitable box wrench, and then use a pry bar and block of wood to remove the bolts from the frame. After removing the upper control arm, inspect the control arm pivot bushings; if they are worn, consider having them replaced by a GM dealer, or use a long bolt and tubular spacers for removal and installation if doing it yourself. When installing, loosen the end shaft retainer bolts or nuts, position the new control arm attaching bolts loosely in the frame, and install the control arm cross-shaft on the attaching bolts. Use a normal free-running nut to tighten the serrated bolts onto their seats, then remove the free-running nuts and fit the regular locknuts once the splined bolts are seated. Install the shims in their original fitted positions and torque-tighten the nuts, starting with the thinner shim pack nut for better clamping force. Install the ball stud through the knuckle, torque-tighten the nut, align the cotter pin holes, and fit a new cotter pin. Finally, fit the wheel, lower the vehicle to the floor, and torque-tighten the shaft retainer bolts or nuts.

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Chevrolet El Camino ARM KIT,FRT UPR CONT<SEE GUIDE/CONTACT BFO>
Part Number: 19416899
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- Other Name: Control Arm, Upper Control Arm
- Replaces: 12376266, 19133654, 12543948, 12546748
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Shaft Kit,Front Upper Control Arm
Part Number: 12385857
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- Other Name: SHAFT KIT, Steering Knuckle Upper Control Arm
- Position: Front Upper
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Rear Upper Control Arm Assembly
Part Number: 10000076
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly, Rear Axle Upper Control; Control Arm, Upper Control Arm
- Position: Rear Upper
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Rear Lower Control Arm Assembly
Part Number: 10081635
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assembly, Rear Axle Lower Control; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Position: Rear Lower
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel
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Chevrolet El Camino Front Lower Control Arm
Part Number: 14075338
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm,Front Lower Control; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Position: Front Lower
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Chevrolet El Camino | CLASSIC 4 DOOR, CLASSIC STATION WAGON, EL CAMINO, MONTE CARLO | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.4L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel

Chevrolet El Camino Control Arm

Chevrolet El Camino Control Arm is one of the major components interacting between vehicle structure and wheels to enable the suspension system to respond to the roads. This component usually rotates around bushings, which enable the vertical movement of the wheel whilst still staying in axial alignment. Chevrolet El Camino has applied stamped steel, cast iron, and cast aluminum types of Control Arms through the years, where variation of strength and weight is evident. Although conventional stamped steel Control Arms are robust, they are vulnerable to corrosion issues and replacement of wear items such as bushings, and ball joints. Whereas, the fresh cast activates stronger trims with the lightest values. There are also Control Arms for Performance-oriented vehicles characterized by higher horsepower and radical handling that comes with an enhanced and reinforced structure and accurately adjusted angles. In sum, the Control Arm is critical to providing proper control and stability when driving Chevrolet El Camino vehicles.

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Chevrolet El Camino Control Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How do you properly remove and install the upper control arm on Chevrolet El Camino?
A: Raise the front end of the vehicle and lower the control arm onto a jack for support, then remove the wheel. Separate the upper control arm ball stud and remove the two nuts securing the control arm shaft to the frame bracket, ensuring to tape together the shims for proper reinstallation. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove the upper control arm attaching bolts for clearance; gently tap the bolt downwards with a brass drift, pry it upwards with a suitable box wrench, and then use a pry bar and block of wood to remove the bolts from the frame. After removing the upper control arm, inspect the control arm pivot bushings; if they are worn, consider having them replaced by a GM dealer, or use a long bolt and tubular spacers for removal and installation if doing it yourself. When installing, loosen the end shaft retainer bolts or nuts, position the new control arm attaching bolts loosely in the frame, and install the control arm cross-shaft on the attaching bolts. Use a normal free-running nut to tighten the serrated bolts onto their seats, then remove the free-running nuts and fit the regular locknuts once the splined bolts are seated. Install the shims in their original fitted positions and torque-tighten the nuts, starting with the thinner shim pack nut for better clamping force. Install the ball stud through the knuckle, torque-tighten the nut, align the cotter pin holes, and fit a new cotter pin. Finally, fit the wheel, lower the vehicle to the floor, and torque-tighten the shaft retainer bolts or nuts.