Where are TeraFlex ball joints made?
Taiwan
Technical Details
| Manufacturer | TeraFlex |
|---|---|
| Model | TeraFlex JK Non-knurled Ball Joints |
| Item Weight | 5.83 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 9 x 4.5 x 3.25 inches |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
When should I change my ball joints on my Jeep JK?
Stock JK OEM ball joint life expectancy varies widely. Some have gone out in 20,000 miles; some have lasted over 100,000 miles. Mine lasted 76,000 miles.
How long do Jeep JK ball joints last?
Generally speaking, you should expect to have to have your ball joints replaced between 70,000 to 150,000 miles of driving. Excessive play in the joint can cause additional wear, and if a ball joint fails, your car’s suspension could collapse and you could lose control of the vehicle.
How do you know if your ball joints are bad on a Jeep JK?
Steering wander, death wobble, poor road tracking, or suspension popping can all be signs of worn ball joints. However, these symptoms might also be due to other worn steering components or loose wheel bearings. To check a set of ball joints at one front tire, it’s best to jack the tire off the ground.
Why would I need adjustable ball joints?
Adjustable ball joints are not needed but will give you the ability to increase caster without increasing the pinion angle which can lead to front driveline vibrations and can eliminate the need for adjustable control arms or drop brackets.
How do I know if I need knurled ball joints?
We recommend ball joints without knurls as they will not score the inner knuckle and open up the bore. We also offer ball joint with knurls for ball joints that have a loose press fit in the inner knuckle due to repeated ball joint replacement or if knurled ball joints have been installed in the past.
What happens if ball joint fails?
Ball joint failure isn’t a common problem, but can be the result of years of driving along bumpy, uneven road surfaces. A broken ball joint may be the cause of a mysterious clunking noise or drifting steering. If a ball joint fails completely, it can even result in the wheel dramatically falling off the car.
Are ball joints expensive to replace?
A ball joint parts cost for most cars is usually around $80 – $150 each, but it can cost as high as $350 each in some luxury or performance cars. Meanwhile, labor cost is usually around $250 – $300. Most of the time, a ball joint replacement cost is between $400 – $800. …
How long can you drive on bad ball joints?
between 70,000 to 150,000 miles
Generally speaking, you should expect to have to have your ball joints replaced between 70,000 to 150,000 miles of driving. Excessive play in the joint can cause additional wear, and if a ball joint fails, your car’s suspension could collapse and you could lose control of the vehicle.