2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Newbie!!!,first post,Need some knowledge from here

[Heaslip]

I just purchased a CTD- 1998. 5 2500 24-valve, 4x4,5-spd Q. C. ,L. B. ,with 179,000 miles on her. I had the vehicle inspected before purchase. It does need alot of front-end work,really no surprise. Which components are the best for these trucks???????. I need upper and lower ball-joints,upper and lower tie rod ends,tracking bar,I guess I need the full meal deal!!!Is the piston mounted by the tracking bar,after market,or part of the tracking bar unit. I don't want to spend a forture,but I don't want to buy crap ethier. I plan to do the work myself and with the money I save,buy more tools for my shop. I also have the vacuum seal leak and plan to tackle that myself also. I also have a front seal leak on the axle,pass side and a rear axle leak drivers side. Rear brakes will have to be done now also I guess,but they are factory. I would welcome any thoughts,answers,advice or lies. Thanks in advance for your time.

 

[Missouri Mule]

Heaslip, use the search feature (under "Discussion Forum") you will find a lot of info in the archives.



As for the track bar I leaning towards the Thuren tack bar, I have heard good things about. Make sure you read the disclaimer under "contact"







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