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I think that almost everyone feels for you because we've all been in a similar situation at one time or another.

In this case, it seems that the lower suspension control arm and stabilizer bar links were indeed worn so they required replacement. Unfortunately, this didn't correct the problem.

But its not completely unforeseen in a repair to have to fix things as you go - sometimes a repair is like peeling an onion and there is a layer or two of things that needs to be legitimately addressed before getting to the one item that you want fixed.

With this being said, the best course of action is to have this discussion with the shop and calmly and nicely explain where you're coming from and ask if there is anything that they can do about the costs. Good on them for telling you to come back and they will do whatever it takes to me you happy.

You'll still probably have to put some add'l money towards the $400 repair but hopefully they can soften the hit to your pocket book.