newbe here

[2001AWD5.0]

Couldnt pass up deal on a 2001 AWD EB back in Jan 2008 w/115000 on the od.

I now have problem and would like some help w/snice this is my first 4wd vehicle.
problem= going down the road straight and to the right i noticed i have roaring sound but when i turn to the left it goes away, speed doesnt matter. Parts store said it probly a CV joint going bad. What is involed in repairing this i work on my own cars.

 

[burtonbrd138]

found a thread for you on how to replace the CV Joint
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=187964&highlight=CV+Joint

 

[Sams01XplrSprt]

welcome

 

[MustangP51]

Welcome to the Forum

 

[Turdle]

Check the front Hub Bearing assembly

Probably the driver side. Jack the front up, grab the tire at top and bottom and try to make it move side to side ( pulling out at bottom while pushing in at top and vice versa) . If you feel movement, it isd a worn hub most likely-
Check both front wheels. From your "turn left and it quits" description I am betting on the driver side being the noisy one-

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum!