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Old 03-31-2011, 08:31 PM
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front end help?

I've noticed that the front tires are kinda vee'd out. The top is wider than the bottom. The right front tire wiggles if pushed on the top. The tire on that side is worn on the outside. A guy here suggested my ball joints? Is this it? Do i need to adjust the camber? If so how do i? Thanks
 
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Old 03-31-2011, 09:22 PM
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How many miles?

Jack it up, grab the top and bottom of the tire, and see if you can move it any. If it has play in it, the ball joints need replacing. You didn't say what truck you have, but if it's 4wd, it's a good time to do u-joints on the front axle, wheel bearings, oil seal, and tie rods and drag link.
 
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Old 03-31-2011, 09:53 PM
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sounds like ball joints to me. are you planning on doing this job yourself? its not very hard.
 
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I was definatly thinking about it!!! Do i really need that special socket and a ball joint press or can i "redneck" it somehow?
 
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Unless you have supermans grip, your gonna be getting the balljoint press....And yes, the "Special" socket is necessary....

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Old 04-01-2011, 12:50 AM
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You can put a deposit down for the press from an auto parts store, and the socket is only 20-25 bucks.
 
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Dang, so much for that idea!!! It is a 4wd, anymore suggestions beside the bearings, tie rods ends and u-joints? Is the ball joints the reason for the wheels pointing out?
 
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Maybe your truck is bow legged....

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Bow- legged!!! Lol well as long as it waddles me down the road!!!! It was free so im not gonna complain if it is!!! I just figured something was out of alignment. But yall two really dont seem to get excited about it so maybe im just paraniod.
 




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