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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 10:16 AM
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wheel bearings

'04 f250 fx.

my front driver side tire has up and down play.

I am mechanically inclined but would like to review a write-up before I do it. Can you direct me to one?
 
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 10:20 AM
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Is it the wheel bearings or is it the ball joints that are loose?
 
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Originally Posted by MisterCMK
Is it the wheel bearings or is it the ball joints that are loose?
How do I tell the difference? I know king pins really well. ball joints, not so much
 
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Sounds like ball joints.
 
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