how many hours to rebuild front end?

thetoddjohnson · 02-04-2015, 08:31 PM

I want to rebuild the front end on my ’94 DS. The spring is sagging, the ball joints are sloppy, and the bushings have seen better days. I don’t want a lift kit. The cart is exclusively used on paved roads. Top speed is about 22 MPH.

I plan to purchase the following 4 things:

(1) New ball joints
(2) New regular duty leaf spring
(3) The ’93-and-up front end rebuild kit
(4) Jake’s wheelbase extension kit

Is it reasonable to think that I could do the whole job (tear down and complete rebuild) in an afternoon?

TJ

PS - Are there any other parts I should consider replacing?

93yellowclubcar · 02-04-2015, 08:37 PM

An afternoon is about right for the job.

A side note: there are no ball joints per se on a CC DS. You've got one steering rod end and two tie rod ends.

Another note: you might want to consider packing the wheel bearings while you're in there, as to have a fully serviced and tight front end.

CCFanatic · 02-04-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by thetoddjohnson

Is it reasonable to think that I could do the whole job (tear down and complete rebuild) in an afternoon?

Easily doable. Have you looked into the rebuild kit at site sponsor Cart Parts Plus?
http://www.cartpartsplus.com/club-ca...nt%20end%20kit

CCFanatic · 02-04-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 93yellowclubcar

An afternoon is about right for the job.

A side note: there are no ball joints per se on a CC DS. You've got one steering rod end and two tie rod ends.

Another note: you might want to consider packing the wheel bearings while you're in there, as to have a fully serviced and tight front end.

Stan beat me to it, although I agree with him

thetoddjohnson · 02-05-2015, 07:03 AM

Thanks guys. Also, I'm a huge believer in supporting the sponsors.

TJ

greg-g · 02-05-2015, 07:23 AM

Think about doing a 2 to 3 inch lift might be cheaper and stronger.

Cart Sports · 02-05-2015, 08:33 AM

We do them in about an hour. We charge $250 including parts. It may take you 2-3 hours the first time.

thetoddjohnson · 02-09-2015, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 93yellowclubcar

You've got one steering rod end and two tie rod ends.

Is the steering rod end the same part as the passenger side tie rod end? I've seen some vendors who claim it is the same part, and then other vendors have it listed as 2 separate parts.

CCFanatic · 02-09-2015, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by thetoddjohnson

Is the steering rod end the same part as the passenger side tie rod end? I've seen some vendors who claim it is the same part, and then other vendors have it listed as 2 separate parts.

They are the same. Two pass. side ends and one driver's side end is needed

thetoddjohnson · 02-09-2015, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CCFanatic

They are the same. Two pass. side ends and one driver's side end is needed

I like supporting BGW sponsors. I also like supporting local businesses. There is a shop close to me, but based on the fact that there are different prices for the same part makes me wonder if they know which side is up. Perhaps I need to find a different vendor. hahahahaha

02-04-2015, 08:31 PM	#1
thetoddjohnson Gone Wild Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Seattle Posts: 522	how many hours to rebuild front end? I want to rebuild the front end on my ’94 DS. The spring is sagging, the ball joints are sloppy, and the bushings have seen better days. I don’t want a lift kit. The cart is exclusively used on paved roads. Top speed is about 22 MPH. I plan to purchase the following 4 things: (1) New ball joints (2) New regular duty leaf spring (3) The ’93-and-up front end rebuild kit (4) Jake’s wheelbase extension kit Is it reasonable to think that I could do the whole job (tear down and complete rebuild) in an afternoon? TJ PS - Are there any other parts I should consider replacing?

02-04-2015, 08:37 PM	#2
93yellowclubcar ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: West Virginia Posts: 4,094	Re: how many hours to rebuild front end? An afternoon is about right for the job. A side note: there are no ball joints per se on a CC DS. You've got one steering rod end and two tie rod ends. Another note: you might want to consider packing the wheel bearings while you're in there, as to have a fully serviced and tight front end.

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thetoddjohnson Gone Wild Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Seattle Posts: 522	Re: how many hours to rebuild front end? Thanks guys. Also, I'm a huge believer in supporting the sponsors. TJ

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