Control Arms Refinishing – Process Step 1

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 Refinish_arms_day_2_0001_small These parts have now been through the first pass in the glass beader. A complete set of photos are taken at this stage and sent to the customer. Imperceptions are detailed and a discussion takes place as to how to proceed.
 Refinish_arms_day_2_0002_small Another shot.
 Refinish_arms_day_2_0003_small As you can see form this shot the spring pocket had some damage from rust. This is a fairly common problem. This customer elected to use that arm anyway. The option of replacing the arm with the exact replacement was offered.
Refinish_arms_day_2_0004_small This arm had very little pitting.
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Refinish_arms_day_2_0007_small The bushing retaining washer was damaged and replaced at no cost.
Refinish_arms_day_2_0008_small The bushings had been spot welded in. This is also a common practice.
 Refinish_arms_day_2_0009_small Another shot of the bushings. Also note that I missed a spot in the glass bead process. This is why I do it in two steps to insure that I do not miss spots. The next step is to remove all the components and return to the glass beader.

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