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:rolleyes: plan on putting new lower ball joints on the X thursday. tmrw im going to get penetrating oil and let everything soak. I already read the writeup on changing them - but other than freezing the balljoints before hand is there any advice you guys could give? such as what caused problems...

After going through new upper ball joints in 2 months, and having the inner tie rods blown apart, I did some searching for something stronger. If you have anything to contribute, please do! :thumbsup: What I found: Dixon Bros has a super HD set up for big bucks. Out of my price range. Outers...

:exp:hi i just put on my explore 97. 4 rims forn explore 2002 ut i had a problem the tire get to close to the jointballs and them make a contact witha tire there any solution for this matter soem body tell me use a wheel spacer of 45mm, it's goin to work good of you hade any idea how to...

Hey guys. First off, I cannot say enough about the endless info that has helped me on this site. Thanks to all of you. My problem is, I went to change out my lower ball joints. Yes, I was using MountaineerGreens write up for this along with my repair manual. Followed all the step and got to...

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This is really simple, the only complication would be excessive rust or stuck parts. My truck being from the south, I am blessed with no rust. To start, jack up the truck, remove the tire and wheel on the afflicted side. It should look like this: Remove the rubber flap held to the fender...