Auto body repair & detailing/rear end

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I bought a 92 honda civic sedan lx that had been taken into the ditch.  It had ripped the passenger side rear control arm (I think that's what it is called) from the cross frame.  It has been re-welded back on.  I just had the car alinged and the person said it was not a good job and it should be done again.  First off who does this type of work?  Can you buy the support or does it have to be fabricated?  Thanks

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 I believe that this part may be a dealer item,but yes it is available to purchase. You may
 want to inquire at a few auto recyclers or wrecking yards first though.
 The Honda parts can be expensive new, and more so at a dealer.Hope this helps,  Bill

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Bill Milbert

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Questions related to Auto Body & Frame repair, structural integrity. Proper routes to follow for damage diagnosis, suggestion on repairs or replacement, when it should be considered as a safety factor and any and all questions on heavy collision repairs, frame or uni-body. Weld do's and don'ts and what will work best.

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35 years of experience in heavy collision, uni-body and frame repair. Have expertise in certifications for Caroliner Bench, Chief E-Z Liner rack and tower systems among others.

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2 years Junior college in automotive tech.

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