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#284402 07/22/13 11:17 AM
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just replaced my 10 bolt with a 12. now I need a driver side upper control arm. question is, are both upper arms the same or is there a left and a right? also, is the frame mounts the same? thanks for any help or advice

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I am in the process of changing my 10 bolt to a 12 bolt in a 1966 Chevelle. For my year, the upper and lower control arms I believe are the same for 10 and 12 bolts.

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what year and model are you dealing with?


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the car that i'm working on is a 66 belair. what I need to find out if the upper control arms are the same. meaning are the left and right side interchangeable. thanks

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According to the book I have they are the same from 65-67. Part # 3865821

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thanks for the info. just the answer that I was looking for.


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