Radius arm bushings

Tiny
DABRUSE
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  • 1996 FORD THUNDERBIRD
  • 4.6L
  • V8
  • RWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 123,000 MILES
I recently replaced the upper and lower control arms and ball joints. Upon taking the car for a all wheel alignment I was told it needs radius arm bushings, it won't even hold an alignment. It's an obsolete part and it can be found in a salvage yard. My questions
1 Where is the radius arm bushing located?
2 Is it a difficult repair?
3 If the parts are found in a salvage yard how can I tell the parts are good?
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Monday, March 14th, 2016 AT 4:57 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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My information says your car is not equipped with these bushings they are mostly on trucks. Can you double check your information?
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Monday, March 14th, 2016 AT 5:01 PM
Tiny
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Ford is well-known for not making replacement parts available for their cars for more than a few years, but that's where the aftermarket parts suppliers step up. If you find these bushings in a salvage yard, they're going to be just as worn as yours are. I love getting the last ounce of life out my cars, but I draw the line at suspension and steering parts. Your car has enough trouble with those already, so don't add to the misery by using used bushings. Check out sites like Rock Auto. You'll find the bushings listed as "strut rod" bushings, and the cost is real low.
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Monday, March 14th, 2016 AT 5:09 PM

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