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    Posted: 30-May-2022 at 4:03PM
Hey, has anyone out there ever replaced their rear control arms with aftermarket ones?  I've looked at ones from Spohn Performance  and PMT Fabrication. Any help would be appreciated.  Thanks
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Wayner315 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31-May-2022 at 3:25AM
I think there are some threads about that? Maybe also try searching 
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote 72FordGTS Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31-May-2022 at 6:21AM
Several on this board have used the Spohn arms and reported they are good.  IMO, they are the best option, as they not only incorporate a spherical bearing to help minimize suspension bind, but they also allow for adjustable pinion angle.  OEM control arm bushings also allow for pinion angle adjustment (very minor amount), but none of the other aftermarket arms or bushings do.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Rockatansky Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31-May-2022 at 12:33PM
i can't help you with the rear arms but i wonder if the PMT Fab strut rods are compatible with the Little Shop spherical bushings?

https://pmtfabrication.com/product/1965-1974-ford-galaxie-strut-rod-kit

https://www.littleshopmfg.com/strut-rod-isolators-for-ford-cars/

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65-74 galaxie strut rod is different from the 72-79 intermediate part.
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Originally posted by Big Bird Big Bird wrote:

65-74 galaxie strut rod is different from the 72-79 intermediate part.


that's what i thought but PMT Fab lists Torino in the applications ... ?
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