How do I know if my ball joints are bad on my f250?
Grab the tire high and low and see if there is any movement. If there is any movement then the ball joint is most likely bad. If there is no movement when using your hands, you can take a pry bar and have someone pull up on the wheel while you look at the ball joint underneath. Again, any movement means it’s bad.
How long does it take to replace all 4 ball joints?
The ball joint is a small part of your car, and the part itself is only going to cost between $20-$150 or more, depending on where you get it from and what kind of vehicle you own. It can take a little over an hour to get it replaced, so the full ball joint replacement cost will be between $100 and $400.
Should upper and lower ball joints be replaced at the same time?
A: Plenty of mechanics will recommend that you replace both the upper and lower ball joints at the same time. They may also recommend checking related components at the same time, such as the stud hole in the steering knuckle.
Is it hard to replace ball joints?
Ball joint replacement is not straightforward, as they can be very tricky to access and install – especially with age and rust. On some cars, the ball joint is integrated into the control arm. If you’re not familiar with the suspension and wheel assembly, it’s best to visit a garage for a professional check.
How do you change the ball joints on a Ford truck?
Knock each ball joint out of the housing and remove the knuckle. Remove the snap ring from the lower ball joint. Remove the old ball joints with a press or a hammer. Use a ball joint press to install new ball joints. Reinstall the knuckle into the housing and loosely install the nuts on the ball joints. Tighten each to manufacturer specs. Figure 4.
How much does it cost to replace a ball joint?
This write-up is not meant to supplant the vehicle or ball joint manufacturer’s recommended procedures for replacing your ball joints. What does it cost to have the ball joints replaced? It runs from $800.00 on the low side up to about $1500.00 if done by a repair shop or dealer.
What should the ball joint NUT be torqued to?
29) Torque the lower ball joint nut (1 5/16″ socket) TO 35 LB/FT ONLY AT THIS TIME . To keep the ball joint from spinning, you may have to apply light pressure to the knuckle with a floor jack. (see photo below)
What do you need to know about ball joints?
The various ball joint manufacturers have different requirements, pay particular attention to torque values and the torquing sequence. This write-up is not meant to supplant the vehicle or ball joint manufacturer’s recommended procedures for replacing your ball joints. What does it cost to have the ball joints replaced?