I'm new to this model truck, but was wondering about the noise on most of these model trucks that comes from the front suspension when moving, turning, hitting bumps, ect....
I can push on the bumper and it makes some pretty bad squeaky noises.

IF it is the ball joints, how much do they cost?(I've read through the thread on how to change them already, but don't know if that's the problem).

Thanks for any help.

 

i think the ball joints make popping noises when they are getting bad. Is it coming from the rear? My leaf springs squeaked like hell, whether i stepped on the bumper or just driving i could hear it

 

my 99 Lariat did the same...squeaky as hell... like you mention....just did all 4 a few weeks ago per the installation thread here......piece of cake! No squeaks!

 

Thanks for the help, how much did you pay for ball joints, and are there better brands than others.

Also, did you use a ball joint press?

 

The ball joints for my 2000 came with the control arms,no pressing necessarey,just un bolt the old ones and bolt in the new.If I remember correctly i yhink mine cost about 80.00$ each with the control arms

 

I just checked Auto Zone on line. Their Duralast brand was 42$ each for the ball joint and control arm,a lot less than I paid at o'reileys,but I bought MOOG brand,its about the best in mu humble opinion

 

Thanks for the help, so it cost you $80 a side, or per ball joint/control arm?

Again, thanks for the info.

 

Probably $80 per arm, LMC has uppers listed for $70ea.

 

Correct Galaxie,80$ per arm. Not a bad deal when you consider you get the control arm with it