[DML] To replace or not to replace...

["Matt Spittle" <matthew.spittle@xxxxxxxxx>]

I'm putting my car back together from the frame up, and today I
removed my old ball joints from the control arms.  Should I replace my
upper/lower control arm bushings?  They look fine to me, no large
cracks in them, anyway.  Can they be pressed out without destroying
them?  I'd like to powdercoat the control arms, but I'd definitely
have to press out the bushings before doing that.  Additionally,
should I replace my wheel bearings?  They aren't making any noise.  

Just wondering what's really necessary here and what would be
excessive (e.g., I'm not replacing my rotors or brake pads because I
consider those to be frequently replaced items anyway).  

thanks,

Matt
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