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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 08:10 PM
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Question ball joints

i need some help in replacing my ball joints on my 2003 f250 super duty diesel. im trying to do it myself can someone explane the prosess to me?

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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 08:36 PM
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First off, welcome to FTE.
Is it 2wd or 4wd?
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 08:48 PM
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4wd but it just my front that are bad
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 08:53 PM
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I have only worked on the front end of one with 2wd so I can't really be much help.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 08:59 PM
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well i think they only have front ball joints don't they?
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 09:00 PM
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This is all you will ever need. The process is identical for your truck. Follow this to the letter and you will have no problems at all.

2004 F250 Ball Joint Replacement
 
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Old Feb 3, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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well i think they only have front ball joints don't they?
Yes, the rear axle is solid.

The front pivots left and right on the ball joints to allow steering.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2010 | 08:21 AM
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This one is good too
Ford Super Duty Ball Joint Replacement Procedure | Superdutypsd.com
 
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