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Old 08-02-2015, 12:14 PM
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Stick with OEM steering components or upgrade?

My truck is all stock. I have some worn steering components like ball joints on the drag link etc. Would you guys recommend staying with OEM components to give me longevity in these parts or is there a better option for an OEM truck that I just want to last for a LONG TIME?
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Old 08-16-2015, 08:11 PM
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Dynatrac rebuild-able ball joints are the only components that are truly better that OEM or OEM eqivalent. The kit is $559 and rebuild kits are $196. A set of Moog ball joints is $70 from Amazon. To break even, you would have to change ball joints 1,566 times.

The most practical solution is to buy serviceable components and a grease gun. Grease the chassis at every oil change.
 
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