front end sound??
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Powerstroke Doctor
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Loxahatchee, FL
front end sound??
I've been occasionally hearing a noise coming from my front end, can't really explain it but i'll try. It doesn't seem to happen less then 40mph but when i hit a bump on the rode like a reflector for instance it makes kinda like a grindin/vibratin type of sound sometimes goes away after 2 seconds sometimes 30 seconds. I jacked up my front end and there is a little play in my ball joints but i want to make sure its not a wheel bearing. there seems to be no play in the bearing itself. I was just hoping somebody could help me confirm this.
Post Fiend
Joined: May 2006
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From: Central Florida
That's an odd lenght of time. First thing to look at are the endlink bushings, leaf spring bushings, shock bushings and wheel well skirting.
To check the spindle bearings, jack up the front end and wiggle the tire. If the tire wiggles and the spindle is stationary, you have a bearing problem.
To check the spindle bearings, jack up the front end and wiggle the tire. If the tire wiggles and the spindle is stationary, you have a bearing problem.
