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To read about the principle of car suspension technology and ball joints, and to read advices about checking a used car before buying it, see down on this site.


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Welcome to this online presentation of products for all types of road and offroad vehicles. Buy clicking at the banners you will find a huge collection of car products. Further down on this page there is also an article about bell joints and car suspention systems and some tips for what to check when you think about buying a second hand car.



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The following warehouses are general and contain each all kind of equipment. Each of them has however especially large stocks of some type of equipment and we have tried to mark these cathegories especially in the decriptions.

All types of technical car parts for rapair or for higher performance - All types of  quality equipent: Exterior, interior, styling, transmission, stearing, wheels, electric system, radio, fuel system, motor, trimming and performance parts, driving computer, navigation, seats, doors, locks, glasses, brakes, suspention, exhaust system, driving security and more.

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All kinds of techical equipment for the internal and external of your car - By clicking at the banner below, you will find a great collection of accessories for your car, like  chrome and styling, lanterns, antennas, auto radio / stereo / music, communication electronics, security equipment, GPS nevigation equipment, dashboard equipment, car body parts, washers, window accessories,  interior styling, bags, tool boxes, interior lights, seat equipment and more. There are also tools and performance parts.

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Here are some of the many available products.

The exhibited products are just examples. By going through the product links or the banners above you can find the exact product you are searching for and for your car model

CTA Ball Joint Separator

CTA Ball Joint Separator

Separates ball joints from the steering knuckle making replacement and disassembly of front...




CTA 13 Pc. Universal Joint E-Series Torx Socket Set

CTA 13 Pc. Universal Joint E-Series Torx Socket Set

Complete set of female E-series sockets to service Torx fasteners Includes hard-to-find...




Red Line Super Light Shockproof Gear Oil 1 Qt.

Red Line Super Light Shockproof Gear Oil 1 Qt.

A unique lubricant containing a suspension of solid microscopic particles as an extreme pressure agent--unique...




CTA Slide Hammer Puller Set

CTA Slide Hammer Puller Set

Remove bearings gears bushings seals grease retainers etc. Includes 4 Jaw assemblies for internal/external...




Eibach Springs Anti Roll Bars, Eibach - Suspension Systems - Suspension Components

Eibach Springs Anti Roll Bars, Eibach - Suspension Systems - Suspension Components

Sway Bars by Eibach. Eibach Anti Roll Bars Features - The Eibach Anti-Roll Kit is custom-made to work in tandem with the upgraded suspension in your vehicle. Crafted from cold-formed, high-strength steel for extra stiffness and reduced body roll versus stock parts. The Eibach Anti-Roll Kit aides your performance driving by fine-tuning handling and boosting cornering grip. Durable red powder coat finish for hot looks and corrosion protection. The ideal companion to Eibach Pro Kit Springs, Sportline Springs and Pro Dampers. Eibach Anti Roll Bars - FREE SHIPPING from AutoAnything. For the top selection of Eibach Suspension Systems shop online today.




Scion tC Suspension Systems - B&G Suspension RS2 Coilover Shocks

Scion tC Suspension Systems - B&G Suspension RS2 Coilover Shocks

Scion tC Suspension Systems - B&G Suspension RS2 Coilover Shocks Features - RS2 Coilover Shocks employ race-proven technology to improve handling on the road. 18 levels of external dampening control meet your performance needs. Gain optimal ride height and dampening force for any driving environment. Separate adjustments for damper length and spring perch height allow extreme lowering with full shock travel. Monotube gas charge dampers deliver quick response and steering control.




Cadillac Air Suspension Kits - Air Lift Air Bag Suspension Kit

Cadillac Air Suspension Kits - Air Lift Air Bag Suspension Kit

Cadillac Air Suspension Kits - Air Lift Air Bag Suspension Kit Features - Give your vehicle the smooth ride of a Cadillac without sacrificing your ability to tow like a Kenworth with the ingenious Air Lift Air Bag Suspension Kit. This fully adjustable air bag (aka air spring) system lets you fine-tune the firmness of your suspension: add more air when you're towing or hauling, and let it out when you're commuting. Your Air Lift Leveling System is custom engineered for your specific year, make and model. Ride on air (literally) and say goodbye to sag, trailer sway, body roll, bottoming out and rough ride with the ingenious Air Lift Leveling System. Fill both sides evenly or bolster one side when you have an off-center load.




ReadyLift SST Lift Kits, ReadyLift - Suspension Systems - Suspension Lift Kits

ReadyLift SST Lift Kits, ReadyLift - Suspension Systems - Suspension Lift Kits

Lift Kits by ReadyLIFT. ReadyLIFT SST Lift Kits Features - Give your truck or SUV a lifted, level stance. Provides the extra room you need to add larger wheels or tires. Installs in one third the time of conventional lift kits. Retains your smooth OEM ride and drivability. Return to your stock height effortlessly, the ReadyLIFT SST Lift Kit doesn't require permanent modification of your vehicle.




SumoSprings - Polyurethane Suspension Bumpers

SumoSprings - Polyurethane Suspension Bumpers

Bump Stops & Suspension Bumpers by SuperSprings. SumoSprings Features - Say sayonara to sagging suspension with SumoSprings. Custom designed to fit your truck, SUV or van. SumoSprings deliver the progressive spring rate of an airbag without any air needed-they require no maintenance, no air compressors, and no air hoses. Built from a heavy-duty closed-cell polyurethane foam that bounces back to its original shape even after being compressed up to 80% and stretched up to 20%. Packed into a sturdy casting that can survive the rigors of living under your rig.




CTA MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor

CTA MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor

Quickly compresses the coil spring to replace shock absorbers spring sets or to repair damaged...




Jeep Wrangler Ball Joint Kit 1987-2006

Jeep Wrangler Ball Joint Kit 1987-2006

Replacement upper and lower Dana 30 ball joint kit. Includes hardware- left or right. Applications...




2010 Honda Civic ST Suspension Sporttech Springs

2010 Honda Civic ST Suspension Sporttech Springs

2010 Honda Civic ST Suspension Coil Springs. ST Suspension Sporttech Springs Features - ST Suspension Sporttech Springs aggressively lower your ride for a sporty look and enhanced handling. Custom-coiled to perform with the suspension of your specific year, make, model and sub-model. Drops your vehicle up to 2.0" (select your vehicle above for an exact drop measurement). ST Suspension Sporttech Springs give you performance without sacrificing the pleasure of smooth ride quality. Forged from high-tensile steel for durable functionality that never wanes. ST Suspension Sporttech Springs - Best Price on Sport Tech Lowering Springs. For the top selection of Honda Civic 2010 ST Suspension Suspension Systems shop online today.




2010 Honda Accord TEIN H.TECH Lowering Springs

2010 Honda Accord TEIN H.TECH Lowering Springs

2010 Honda Accord TEIN Coil Springs. TEIN H.TECH Lowering Springs Features - Beef up your performance and style with TEIN H.Tech Lowering Springs. Custom tuned for your specific year, make and model vehicle. Lowers your ride with a subtle 1.2 inch drop (depends on vehicle). A lower center of gravity improves vehicle handling. Progressive spring rate maintains comfortable ride quality. TEIN H TECH Springs - Best Price on Tein High Tech Lowering Springs for Cars, Trucks & SUVs. For the top selection of Honda Accord 2010 TEIN Suspension Systems shop online today.




2010 Honda Fit CalTrend NeoSupreme Seat Covers

2010 Honda Fit CalTrend NeoSupreme Seat Covers

2010 Honda Fit CalTrend Neoprene Seat Covers. CalTrend NeoSupreme Seat Covers Features - CalTrend NeoSupreme Seat Covers provide your seats with snug-fitting, supreme style and protection. Custom-designed for your specific vehicle. Snug, wetsuit-like fit. Created from soft, yet durable, nylon-bonded NeoSupreme. Available for first, second and third row seats (depending on your vehicle). CalTrend NeoSupreme Seat Covers - Best Reviews on Custom Fit Neoprene Car Seat Cover. For the top selection of Honda Fit 2010 CalTrend Seat Covers shop online today.




2010 Honda Accord Spyder Headlights

2010 Honda Accord Spyder Headlights

2010 Honda Accord Spyder Headlights. Spyder Headlights Features - Spyder Headlights give your speed demon a sharp look and brighter lighting. Custom-designed for a direct-replacement fit - no rewiring, soldering or splicing required (for most vehicles). Weather-sealed to prevent moisture. Available in numerous styles, ranging from brilliant projectors to modern halos (depending on your vehicle). Spyder Lights are DOT-compliant, but not DOT-approved. Spyder Headlights - Best Prices & Reviews on Spyder Projector & Crystal Halo Headlights.




About the suspension system on a car and the ball joints

The suspension system is the mechanism that hangs the wheel up to the rest of your car. It containes a fixed body through which the rotating pivot goes and which fixes the wheel, the stearing knucle. That knucle is hanged up to the rest of the car by some kind of bars, called controle arms and possibly struts.

There are usually two controle arms, an upper and a lower, but McPherson type suspensions have one lower and an upper strut instead.

The controle arms of the front wheels must be connected to the knuckle with some kind of joint which is flexible for rotation to right and left and also somewhat flexible in other directions. The arm must also be connected to the rest of the car at the other end with a joint flexible for up and down rotation. The knuckle of a front wheel is also connected to the stearing rods. The controle arms are also connected to the springs and shock absorbers which at the other end is conencted to the main scheleton of the car.

The controle arms of the back wheels must also be connected both to the knuckle and to the rest of the car with some kind of joint. but here rotation in the up and down direction is necessary, while rotation to left and right must be more restricted, either bu the rigidity of the controle arms or by aditional struts. The controle arms are also here connected to the springs and shock absorbers.

Usually a ball joint is used to connect the arm to the nucle at the front wheels, and in some car also at the back wheels.

A ball joint consists of a spherical body that is surrounded by a housing. The ball part can be fixed to the knuckle and point down while the housing is fixed to the arm, which is called loaded ball jonts. The ball part can also be fixed to the arm and point up while the housing is fixed to the knucle, which is called follower ball joints.

Both the ball and the housing are made of strong steel, and the surface of the ball as well as that of the housing's inside are made very smotth and are lubricated. The inside of the housing can be made of steel or of a polymer material. the polymer material give some softness that smoothens out impacts. Some ball joints have an inner spring mechanism in the housing which reduces the wearing and smoothens the impacts from the whels.

The ball joints are subjected to daily hard impacts and wearing. One must therefore check them regularly and they must be properly lubicated. Usually the ball joints are lubricated with highly viscuous grease. Small ball joints are usually fitted with permanent lubrication though, so that they do not need any new lubrication during their life time.

When a ball joint is worn or has broken, it must be replaced. In those cases a stronger replacement ball joint may be useful. By replacement also the fixing point at the nucle and the bolts used here muste be inspected and repaired. In some cars the ball joint is casted or whelded together with the knucle so they make one unit, in which case the whole knuckle must be replaced.


This is a picture of a car suspension. You can see the stearing knucle, the upper and lower controle arm and a stearing rod. You also see the spring which is connected to the lower controle arm and to a rigid bar fasted to the car scheleton. Also the ball joints can be seen where the controle arms connect to the knucle. (A free to use wikipedia image)



ABOUT CHECKING A USED CAR BEFORE YOU BUY IT

The general principles of checking a used car is simple to describe, but difficult to do practically because the conditions around the process of buying do not allways permit to do everything thorrougly. In either case , you must allways have those principles in mind, and those are:

- Look at everything in the care and outside the car.

- Test everything which is possible to test when the car stands still or rolls slowly

- Take a test drive and try to test everything under real traffic conditions.

- Look at the car's history, including services and insurance records. Also check if the car has been in accidents and if the owners of the car have payment issues that might follow the car to the new owner. In some areas this can be checked by the authorities or insurance companies.

- It is often useful to check by former owners of the car. They can often tell something about problem areas.

- Write down what you have found during looking and testing, preferably right after the observation.

Some more points you should assess when checking the car

-How is the wearage of the interior fabric, pedal surfaces and handle surfaces compared to the milage you can read from the speedomter. If the surfaces look more worn than they normally should be according to the indicated driving length, the speedometer my be fraudulent, and the car may have gone much longer that indicated.

-How is the wearage of the tires compared to the driving length indicated by the seedometer. Does the tires look more worn than they normally should be. Or - does a car with a relatively short indicated milage have totally new tires? These fining could also indicate some milage fraudulence.

-Does some mechanical components seem to be totally new in a car where these components should not be worn out yet? Do you find areas having received new paint in a fairly new car? This may indicate that the car has ben subjected to some injury that the seller tries to hide.

-Has the car had many owners in a short time? This may indiate som inherent mechanical failure that is difficult to correct so that the owners get rid of the car after a short time.

-Is there a lot of dirt in hidden areas, even though the car is generally clean? Also this can indicate a longer driving length than indicated by the speedometer, that the car has been driven hard or in tough areas. In hiddeen areas it is very difficult to take away heavy deposits of dirt.