justwufn
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- Ayden, NC
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1996 XLT 4X4
I think my lower ball joint on passenger side has biten the dust literally. I have a few questions that maybe some of you guys can answer. I am contemplating doing the job myself, but it would be a first time situation for me so I am a little hestitate. I have a 96 4X4 with 89K miles.
1. How long does it take to change out each side for a first time rookie vs a veteran?
2. Does 4X4 take longer?
3. What parts have to be removed once I take off the tire? I have a Haynes manual, but do not trust everything I have read in it.
4. Plan on getting a tool from Autozone to help with ball joint extraction/installation process. If tool is not available then what alternatives have you guys used?
5. If I decide not to do repair myself then what would be a fair price for a small back yard independent? I have all ready bought the parts so labor would be all I would need plus an alignment.
6.Should I change out both joints[89K miles] even if driver side looks OK?
Appreciate your input.
Johnny
1. How long does it take to change out each side for a first time rookie vs a veteran?
2. Does 4X4 take longer?
3. What parts have to be removed once I take off the tire? I have a Haynes manual, but do not trust everything I have read in it.
4. Plan on getting a tool from Autozone to help with ball joint extraction/installation process. If tool is not available then what alternatives have you guys used?
5. If I decide not to do repair myself then what would be a fair price for a small back yard independent? I have all ready bought the parts so labor would be all I would need plus an alignment.
6.Should I change out both joints[89K miles] even if driver side looks OK?
Appreciate your input.
Johnny