2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Ball joint - worn out?

[WOT]

I was doing some normal PM stuff and checked the ball joints with a pry bar. I could find any play except the uppers.



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While being pried on:



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How much play is too much?

 

[dresslered]

I've already got new ones on order as mine were completely shot. I'm getting Moog on the lowers and an adjustable version for the top. While your at it, get the track bar, steering dampener, DSS steering mount, and the various steering components.

 

[WOT]

You say "completely shot" - how much play did they have & how did you test them?

 

[nfox]

Ball Joints

You shouldn't be able to move them at all, there BAD!!

 

[DavidC]

No more than . 030 play is stated in the service manual.



Dave

 

[John - K5AWO]

With as much "free air" as you have showing, you are a prime candidate to experience the Death Wobble should you hit the right piece of pavement.



I would stay below 60 mph until you get those things changed out. And, if you see bad pavement, I would stay below 45 mph.



Just my opinion, your mileage may vary... :