I'm having to replace the A-frame on the passenger side of my Dakota, the rubber grommets if thats what they are called got brittle and fell out and almost rubbed the metal completely thru.

Doing some calling yesterday and this part is only available thru the dealership.

Does anybody on here have a idea of what a new A-frame might cost and do the rubber grommets come with the part.

Thanks.

Are you talking about an upper control arm?

Yes its the one that has the ball joint.
I guess thats the upper.

Or could it be the lower?

Its the upper if its above the spindle and its the lower if its below the spindle. Either way, I would try to find one from a salvage yard, 96 is the newest year and you should be able to find one. You should be able to buy new bushings from an autopart store or summit.