amartinez61@gmail.com wrote:
>
> I have a 97 civic that is running on a bent front right control arm. I
> was told that fastening it to something like a tree or pole and simply
> pulling it into place is possible. I was told not to however turn on
> the car and reverse it as the wheel is less than an inch away from
> scrapin the back of the fender. someone even told me that a hammer
> could perhaps be enough to help me out. I need to know if im buying
> new parts here or if i should grab the biggest rope i got?

Are you talking about the lower control arm? Have you priced used ones from
a wrecking yard? Note that a used one may need to have bushings replaced.

Eric