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Haines City, FL

Control Arm Replacement at our Haines City shop

Bring it to our Haines City shop and we'll handle the control arm replacement. Here's where to find us, when we're open, and how to book a time.

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Where to find our Haines City shop

Address, hours, and directions for the shop that handles your control arm replacement.

Address

31600 U.S. 27
Haines City, FL 33844

Shop phone

(863) 422-2995

Hours

Monday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Recent Control Arm Replacement Work in Haines City

Real jobs completed by our team in the Haines City area

Our team

Our Team

September 2026

What Caused the Suspension Damage After Hitting a Pothole?

The Problem

The vehicle owner reported hitting a pothole and requested a suspension check for potential damage.

What We Found

The technician found damage to the suspension control arm and the CV axle assembly.

The Fix

The team replaced the damaged suspension control arm and CV axle assembly. Additionally, they mounted and installed two new tires, though an alignment was deferred until a later visit.

The Result

The vehicle's suspension was restored to proper function, ready for alignment after tire replacement.

Pro Tip

Hitting a pothole can damage suspension components like control arms and CV axles. After any significant impact, have your suspension checked to prevent further damage and ensure safety.

Our team

Our Team

September 2026

Why Won't My Car Start After Being Parked?

The Problem

The vehicle required a jump start, prompting the owner to request a battery check.

What We Found

Further testing was needed to determine the exact issue with the battery.

The Fix

The technician performed an initial assessment at no charge. The service included the removal and replacement of the suspension control arm and the engine air filter, addressing related issues.

The Result

The vehicle was restored to proper functioning, eliminating the need for frequent jump starts.

Pro Tip

If your car needs frequent jump starts, it might be time for a battery check. Addressing the issue early can prevent being stranded and save on more expensive repairs later.

FAQ

Control Arm Replacement in Haines City: questions answered

Answered by our licensed technicians serving Haines City.

How long can I drive on a worn control arm bushing?

A soft bushing is mostly a handling and tire wear problem, and people drive on them for a while without drama. A loose ball joint is a different story, because that's the part holding the wheel to the car, and we treat it as work you shouldn't put off. We'll tell you plainly which one you have.

Why replace the whole arm instead of just the bushing?

On many vehicles the bushing and ball joint are pressed in and are only sold with the arm, so the whole assembly is the only path. Even when parts are available separately, press labor can cost more than the complete arm, and you'd still be reusing the older pieces around it. We compare both and quote the one that makes sense for your car.

If one side is bad, does the other side need doing too?

Not automatically. Unlike dampers, control arms often wear at different rates because of impacts and which side sees the rough edge of the road. We check both, and if the other side is still solid we leave it alone and tell you what we saw.

Is a clunk over bumps always a control arm?

No, and that's worth checking before you buy parts. Sway bar links, strut mounts and worn end links make similar noises, and some of them are much less expensive to fix. If you don't already know what's making the sound, start with a diagnostic visit and we'll pin the noise down first.

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