Nissan Repair: 1996 200sx Se suspension, time kevin, ball joint

Question
I hit a curb and now my front passenger side wheel appears to be pushed back about 3 or 4 inched toward the rear of the car. And the car wants to pull to the right. I noticed the lower ball joint seems shot.  I can jiggle the wheel around pretty good.  Would replacing the lower ball joint put the wheel back in place?  Or should I also replace the lower control arm?  I can't tell exactly what if anything is bent.  Any suggestions on what to check out?


Thanks for you help and time

Kevin  1996 200sx Se  

Answer
First thing to check out is the lower control arm, ball joint and the shock/strut.

Then just start replacing from there.

I did the same thing (except for the ball joint) and it is a piece by piece replacement to see what is going to help what.

Unless you take it to a shop and have it all done at once.  After replacing all have your car realigned.  Also, replace your rim, I'm sure it is bent too.

Darrel