Creak from front control arm, ball joint?
11-07-2007, 04:30 PM
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Creak from front control arm, ball joint?
Sorry if this has been addressed, I tried a search but didn't find what I was looking for.
Anyway, I'm getting a creaking noise from the right front lower control arm. I'm thinking this is a ball joint going south. If so, how hard is this to replace, can I do just the ball joint or do I have to change out the entire arm? Am going to get it in the air this weekend so would really appreciate some info on this.
Anyway, I'm getting a creaking noise from the right front lower control arm. I'm thinking this is a ball joint going south. If so, how hard is this to replace, can I do just the ball joint or do I have to change out the entire arm? Am going to get it in the air this weekend so would really appreciate some info on this.
11-07-2007, 05:10 PM
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The arm must be replaced. The proper ball joint removal tool makes the job much easier.
Last edited by Doug Donsbach; 11-07-2007 at 05:15 PM. Reason: Use balljoint pic instead of steering knuckle pic.
11-07-2007, 05:26 PM
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I just got the parts in and I'm waiting for the tool to come in. I'll let you know how difficult it was once I get done. It doesn't look too bad, but things like that can be deceiving so I'm reserving judgment.
11-07-2007, 10:37 PM
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Thanks Doug, darn, was hoping for just the joint.
11-08-2007, 09:22 AM
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Yes, I did order from Sunset. It was a little under $300 for each side. The tool I'm picking up for ~$20 from Napa...which is nice in comparison to the list price at the dealer of $200.
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