Front end problems in left or right turns

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Jul 19, 2006 | 09:52 AM

Tact

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Front end problems in left or right turns

I have a '03 F250, diesel, 4x4, with 47K miles. When I make sharp left or right turns I feel the tires "hop". I don't fell this while driving straight, only in sharp turns. Could this be the differential clutches needing servicing with only 47K miles? I wonder if adding any friction modifier alone would help or does anyone else have any thoughts?
BTW all ball joints and link ends appear OK.

Jul 19, 2006 | 10:14 AM

FortFord

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Check and see if both of your front hubs are fully disegaging. This was happening to my truck just before I swapped to manual hubs.

Jul 19, 2006 | 10:39 AM

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This is happening in two wheel drive.

Jul 19, 2006 | 12:05 PM

DetailerDave

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Originally Posted by Tact

This is happening in two wheel drive.

One or both hubs could still be locked, causing what you are feeling. Verify that they are unlocked by reaching under the truck and turning the axles by hand.
Do you have ESOF or manual hubs?

Jul 19, 2006 | 12:28 PM

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Mine are electric locking hubs, not manual.

Jul 19, 2006 | 01:14 PM

alfama351

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I just went through this.
Jack up the front of your truck, use jack stands and turn spin the wheels, if either one or both axles turn than your hubs are not unlocking.
I'll find the thread on mine and post it.