4x4 ball joints
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4x4 ball joints
i have an 04 f250, never had the pleasure of changing ball joints in a 4x4 not to mention it's been 17 years since i've had to do any ball joints. Any tips or tricks i'll need to know?
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Use the search function and/or look in the tech folder. You will find step by step instructions and tons of pictures.
More Turbo
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From: California High Desert
As ZeroTucker said, there are many great write-ups on ball joint replacement. Here is one of my favorites from 1975StroppeBaja's Super Duty Tech Articles website:
2004 F250 Ball Joint Replacement
I just realized how often I reference this site in my responses. I guess that he's done a great job on his website! Hopefully one of these days I'll use it for my own repairs or mods instead of just referring other people to it.
Here is another good one I have bookmarked:
http://www.superdutypsd.com/ball_joint_article.php
I've been researching ball joint replacement quite a bit since mine need replaced in the next year or so.
2004 F250 Ball Joint Replacement
I just realized how often I reference this site in my responses. I guess that he's done a great job on his website! Hopefully one of these days I'll use it for my own repairs or mods instead of just referring other people to it.
Here is another good one I have bookmarked:
http://www.superdutypsd.com/ball_joint_article.php
I've been researching ball joint replacement quite a bit since mine need replaced in the next year or so.
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From: Virginia - SW (Riner)
One thing about the 4x4 - don't skimp, with the amount of stuff requiring dis-assembly just to get to the ball joints it pays to use top quality parts. While you're in there give everything a good looking over since it'll all be apart anyway. Best tip - use anti-sieze btw the hub assembly (bearing unit) and the axle and brake heat/dust shield. Makes getting things back apart later waaaay easier.
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From: Houston
That just reminded me of when I did my ball joints. Was getting everything buttoned up and putting the brake caliper back on. Thought it looked weird. Turned around and saw the brake dust shield laying on the counter. Live and learn.
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Cargo Master
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From: WV
Good luck to the OP on the ball joint job! It can be a pain but alot of us on here have done it. Definitely go with greaseable ones whatever brand you pick.
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