Bad Ball Joint
May 12, 2007 | 12:57 AM
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Bad Ball Joint
I'm wandering what are the signs of a ball joint going bad ?
May 12, 2007 | 01:46 AM
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RE: Bad Ball Joint
Check for exsessive up and down movement(more than 1/4 in of play). Make sure you remove the load from the ball joints
May 12, 2007 | 03:39 AM
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RE: Bad Ball Joint
Appreciate that, Ive also noticed that it looks like the grease is leaking out in that area.
May 12, 2007 | 09:11 PM
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RE: Bad Ball Joint
In my case when the wheel falls sideways and
is only held on by the steering rod.
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