Popping sound --ball joint????
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Popping sound --ball joint????
I've got 2008 f150 2wd. 177000 miles. It's started popping when I turn sharp some. Like something is knocking on metal. I don't even think that explains it clear. I thought maybe ball joints or tie rod? I may be way off base. I'm no mechanic. Any help would be appreciated.
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Could be loose lug nuts, sway bar end link bushings, or a lot of other things. I don't think it will be ball joints, although the truck probably needs new ones at that mileage. If the front end has never had replacements parts, you will most likely need tie rod ends, at least lower ball joints, sway bar end link bushings, and check the wheel bearings.
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I had a popping sound and discovered a wiggling driver side tie-rod end. Replaced both sides outers and inners. Firm smooth steering now and no popping.
Replace both wheel bearings if you can for safety assurance. If one is on its way out, the other may not be far off. No alignment needed. Buy Moog if you can! Cheaper ones aren't a good idea, and Motorcrafts are priced high.
Replace both wheel bearings if you can for safety assurance. If one is on its way out, the other may not be far off. No alignment needed. Buy Moog if you can! Cheaper ones aren't a good idea, and Motorcrafts are priced high.
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