C2 Idler Arm Questions

[Mike S.]

I often see idler arms included in C2 front end rebuild kits. Do idler arms actually "wear out" or do they simply have bushings/bearings/whatever that need replacement? Is rebuilding a realistic option or is replacement of the entire idler arm a more practical approach?

Thanks as always,

Mike S
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[Joe L.]

Re: C2 Idler Arm Questions

Mike-----

Idler arms DO wear out and, given their importance in the whole steering equation, even a slight amount of wear to the internals renders the arm unsatisfactory.

The design of all stock GM-type and most aftermarket arms is such that rebuilding is not possible in any practical sense of the term. Plus, no internal parts are sold to service the idler arms.

[Mike S.]

Thanks Joe! *NM*

[Mike M.]

Re: Thanks Joe!

Agree with joe but if you're gonna have it judged, get an idler arm without a grease fitting or "loose" the drilled and tapped hole in the bottom face of the arm as judges deduct for non-original zerk fittings. mike