Checking King Pins
Post Fiend
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Atlanta GA
1972 F-100 4x4?
Yes, jack the front end up so both wheels are off the ground and try pulling the top/bottom of the tire in and out. Usually the bottom kingpin goes first and your tires will look like this /\
Yes, jack the front end up so both wheels are off the ground and try pulling the top/bottom of the tire in and out. Usually the bottom kingpin goes first and your tires will look like this /\
Mountain Pass
Joined: Apr 2002
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It helps to actually peek around the tire and look at where the I-beam goes into the knuckle. You will see any play as relative movement between the parts.
Also, make sure that your thrust bearing don't look all torn up.
Also, make sure that your thrust bearing don't look all torn up.
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Elyria, Ohio
Kingpin
Your truck looks like 4x2. RWD only on your 1972 F100. The 76 is the 4x4. If so then your kingpin will be a single pin on each side. Kits include kingpins; bushings for spindle, a bearing for under axle, and maybe some shims. Kits available with either nylon or metal bushings. Many threads about this on various forums.
Last edited by rainbowATF; Jan 12, 2004 at 12:43 PM.
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