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Old Mar 29, 2008 | 02:31 AM
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Front end questions

Hello,
M '80 F150 4x2 longbed wanders alot when driving. Mostly when going straight (or at least trying to). Turning is no problem, and bumps don't seem to be a problem either. It has 90k miles, and tires are new, shocks look to be OK.
What should I look at with the front suspension??

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Old Mar 29, 2008 | 03:53 AM
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Play in the;
Ball joints
Tie rod ends
Pitman arm to drag link
Steering box
 
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Old Mar 29, 2008 | 06:58 AM
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Thanks. Now to check em
 
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Old Mar 29, 2008 | 08:19 AM
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If the things already listed check out ok, then check the I-beam bushings (also called axle pivot bushings), radius arm bushings, and the rubber steering coupler (also called a rag joint) where the steering shaft connects to the steering box.
 
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