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Yes. Always a good thing to do and imperative if track-rod ends are changed. Alignment alters over time; things bed in, wheels get kerbed, potholes get struck, emergency stops occur. And then you fit brand new, tight ball-joints..........
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How to tell ball joints need replacing on 2000 gmc envoy?
how do you replace ball joints on a 2000 envoy
How do you replace the ball joints on a 1995 ford F150 4x4?
Replacing Ball joints Check Related Links Below
Do you do a wheel alignment when replacing the ball joints?
no.not usually.
How do you replace lower ball joints in Hyundai Santa Fe?
Rather than replacing just the ball joints, replace the whole arm as replacing just the ball will more than likely not work. Use ball joint remover tools to remove and replace.
How much do Ball joints for a 2004 Chevy Malibu cost?
The 2004 Chevy Malibu ball joints will cost approximately $45 each. Replacing the ball joints will require approximately 3 hours of labor.
Should you replace the upper ball joints after replacing the lower ball joints on a 2005 Ford Taurus?
There are no upper ball joints - that role is played by the McPherson struts. See "Related Questions" below for more
How much should it cost to replace ball joint for buick lesabre?
Cost on replacing ball joints on a 2001 Buick lesabre
How do i replace upper ball joints 2002 ford excursion?
Most of these now require changing the entire arm when replacing the upper ball joints. Any national parts chain will carry them.
Would it be wise to buy used ball joints?
never use used frt. end parts. its one thing for a used starter to fail and your car wont start but to be driving 60 mph and have a ball joint come apart is another If you know what to look for and not install worn out parts you will be fine, after all, every vehicle on the road has used ball joints. yes you are right. but the only way to check the wear properly is to install. what is the cost of new ball joints compared to used then the time it takes to install... again, put new frt. end parts on.. a ball joint costs 30.00. a used one is what? 20.00? If you are replacing damaged suspension parts because of an accident, you can purchase complete good used a-frames and spindles with ball joints from a respected used auto parts dealer, if you are short on cash. yes, in an accident where you have to buy the control arm, ball joint, spindal, rotor,caliper ect. as an assembly then yes. but the question was only replacing ball joints and again just replacing ball joints is not worth buying used stuff. spend $10.00 more and do it right.
How much should replacing ball joints on a jeep cost?
With labor included, the average price of replacing a ball joint is $400. If the individual has chosen to do the work themselves, the price of a ball joint is $60 to $80 a piece.
What is the torque specs for upper and lower ball joints on a 1999 Dodge Dakota?
Top ball joint is 60 ft.lbs., initial. Then tighten to align hole for cotter pin. Bottom ball joint is 94 ft.lbs., initial. Then tighten to align hole for cotter pin
How do you know if ball joints need replacing on your 2001 Grand Marquis?
Have the car checked at a wheel alignment shop.
