Squeaking when turning left only
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Tuned
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Squeaking when turning left only
My truck has recently started to make a squeaking noise when turning left. and it only makes the noise when the truck is moving. when stopped it makes no noise when I turn the wheel. and it makes no noise when I'm driving straight down the road. only when I make a left turn and the truck is rolling will it squeak. where should I direct my attention to truck is a 78 f150 4x4 4 speed thanks.
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I had a similar issue with my 08 2wd. Greased the ball joints and it almost went completely away. I then greased all the fittings checking for changes after each one.
Once they were all greased it was gone.
Might try that before tearing onto it.
Once they were all greased it was gone.
Might try that before tearing onto it.
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Have you noticed a decrease in braking power? A few months ago, that's what alerted me to bearing problems.
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Tuned
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Thanks for the replies I'll start with the easiest thing and work my way up I'll Greece the joints after I get off today hopefuly that takes care of it.
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A smart phone is pretty handy in diagnosing front end issues. I would do several video's, covering everything from different angles, while turning the steering wheel from stop to stop, with engine running. I'm still suspecting axle shaft u-joints, wheel bearings, or spindle bearing. Make sure you do one video showing the entire front end, and look for one tire moving before the other. Also, look at every ball joint, track bar bushings, and front & rear radius arm bushings.
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