Restore Factory Steering: NOS Ball Joints & King Pin Sets
The pivot points of your suspension are the most critical safety components on your vehicle. Whether you are driving a pre-war truck with a solid axle or a 60s muscle car with independent suspension, worn pivots lead to "death wobble," wandering steering, and uneven tire wear.
At Old Car Parts NW, we specialize in authentic NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) suspension kits. We help you restore the tight, "on-rails" handling your classic was built with.
The Pivot Evolution: What Do You Need?
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King Pins (Pre-1950s & Trucks): Before ball joints, cars used a solid steel pin and bushings to turn the wheel. Our NOS King Pin Sets feature hardened steel pins and precision-fit bronze or metal bushings that far outlast modern nylon replacements.
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Ball Joints (Post-1950s): As cars got lower, suspension moved to ball joints. We stock USA-Made NOS Ball Joints (Moog, TRW, McQuay-Norris) that feature superior steel housings and durable rubber boots to handle the weight of heavy vintage engines.
Why Buy NOS/NORS?
Modern "white box" suspension parts often use soft metal and poor-quality rubber that cracks in a year. Our vintage stock was manufactured during the golden era of American steel, ensuring factory-correct fitment and longevity.
Silence the Squeaks: NOS & NORS Suspension Bushings
Is your vintage car squeaking over speed bumps, or does the suspension feel "mushy" and unresponsive? The culprit is almost always dried-out, cracked rubber. Bushings are the isolators that prevent metal-on-metal contact between your suspension parts and the frame.
At Old Car Parts NW, we stock authentic NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) bushings and hardware. We help you restore the smooth, quiet factory ride your car was designed to have.
The NOS Rubber Advantage
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Ride Quality: Many restorers prefer NOS/NORS rubber over modern polyurethane. While "poly" is stiff, it often squeaks and transmits harsh road noise. Our vintage rubber components offer the correct factory durometer for a comfortable cruise.
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USA-Made Durability: Our inventory features heavy-duty parts from legendary brands like Harris, Clevite, and Moog. These parts were made in the USA with superior materials that outlast cheap modern black rubber replacements.
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Complete Hardware: Don't reuse rusted bolts! We often stock the specialized mounting washers, concave retainers, and bolts needed to install your bushings correctly.
Our Inventory Covers:
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Control Arms: Upper and lower bushing kits.
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Stabilizers: Sway bar end links and frame bushings.
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Strut Rods: Critical bushings for braking stability.
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Bump Stops: Rubber bumpers to protect your suspension travel.
Factory Alignment: NOS & NORS Control Arm Assemblies
The control arm (or A-Arm) is the structural foundation of your front suspension. If your vintage car cannot hold an alignment, or if a wheel sits further back in the wheel well than the other, you likely have a bent or rusted control arm.
At Old Car Parts NW, we stock authentic NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) control arms that offer superior strength and geometry compared to lightweight modern reproductions.
The Assembly Advantage
Why struggle with a hydraulic press? Many of our NOS and NORS control arm assemblies come "Loaded", meaning they arrive pre-assembled with:
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Ball Joints: Riveted or pressed in at the factory.
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Bushings: Pre-installed on the shaft, ensuring proper orientation.
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Shafts: Included and torqued to spec.
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USA Steel: Manufactured with heavy-gauge stamped steel or forged iron that matches the original factory durability.
Our Inventory:
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Upper & Lower Arms: Complete units for Ford, GM, Mopar, and AMC.
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Control Arm Shafts: Precision-machined kits to fix "floppy" suspension caused by worn mounting points.
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Brands: We carry legendary names like Moog, TRW, and McQuay-Norris.
Restore the Factory Ride: NOS Shocks, Springs & Lift Accessories
Modern gas-charged shocks are often valved too stiff for vintage chassis, resulting in a harsh, jarring ride. To experience the smooth, "floating" comfort your classic car was built for, you need period-correct suspension valving.
The NOS Difference At Old Car Parts NW, we scour the country for NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS (New Old Replacement Stock) shock absorbers from the golden era.
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Authentic Brands: We stock original Delco Pleasurizers (GM), Gabriel, and Monroe units made in the USA. These offer the correct hydraulic resistance for your specific vehicle weight.
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Ride Height Solutions: Sagging springs? We carry Coil Spring Spacers, Twist-in Boosters, and Leaf Spring Shackles to level your stance without the expense of full spring replacement.
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Accessories: Shock extenders, grommets, and mounting hardware to finish the job.
Connect the Wheel to the Road: NOS Steering Linkage Parts
If your vintage car wanders across the lane or has a "dead spot" in the steering wheel, your linkage is worn out. The steering linkage is the critical chain of steel connecting your steering box to your wheels. A failure here means a total loss of control.
USA Steel vs. Offshore Imports Don't trust your safety to lightweight modern reproductions. We stock NOS (New Old Stock) and NORS Linkage Parts forged from heavy-duty USA steel.
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Tie Rods: Inner and outer ends with greaseable joints.
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Center & Drag Links: The "backbone" bars that transfer motion (Moog DS series & TRW).
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Supports: Idler arms and Pitman arms to eliminate side-to-side slop.
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Hardware: Adjusting sleeves and clamps to lock in your alignment.
