Notices
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Dentsides Ford Truck
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Moser

front end

Old Jul 7, 2001 | 12:52 PM
  #1  
BLUE_VETT's Avatar
BLUE_VETT
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
front end

i havea 1968 f-2504x4 ithas the stock front endin it (solid) i had a wobble in the 50-60mph rage, and so i lifted up my truck and can moe the tie up and down by hand, what could be the proble,i just replaced the bearings, eveything is tight, i was old that it could be ball joints, but i don't thinki have bll joints right? the axle doesn' have and tags, i looked up all of fords axle's that i could find and none of them looked like my design? how can i find out what i have under it? ay help woud be useful. thnx
 
Reply
Old Jul 7, 2001 | 11:45 PM
  #2  
1ole4d's Avatar
1ole4d
Laughing Gas
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 849
Likes: 14
From: Fayetteville, NC
front end

 
Reply
Old Jul 8, 2001 | 04:49 AM
  #3  
RubberDuck's Avatar
RubberDuck
Logistics Pro
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 4,137
Likes: 41
From: Marble Falls, Texas
Club FTE Silver Member

front end

More than likely your front end is a dana 44. All you have to do is look in the differntial webbing. If you are looking at the diff cover, it should have a number stamped on the lower right hand web. If its not there, look around the housing its there. It will read 44, or 44F.
 
Reply
Old Jul 8, 2001 | 04:54 AM
  #4  
RubberDuck's Avatar
RubberDuck
Logistics Pro
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 4,137
Likes: 41
From: Marble Falls, Texas
Club FTE Silver Member

front end

As far as the wobble, on those types of front ends, dana 44, there is a plasic alignment nipple in the top pivot point, they break and wear out easy. And I believe there is a lower ball joint, but don't make me lie. But your problem is in the knuckle where the axle connects to the turning assembly. Don't be afraid to take it apart, there's not that much to it.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
64deville
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
15
Feb 5, 2012 04:37 PM
sidwaz
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
5
Dec 16, 2011 11:22 AM
Boss300
Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case
2
May 23, 2010 08:45 PM
Hamberger
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
6
May 24, 2007 10:03 AM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:15 AM.

story-0
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-02 21:45:57


VIEW MORE
story-1
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-5
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-6
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-7
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-9
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE