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03-31-2014, 11:08 AM
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Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Yes.. I would probably consider doing the tie rods, U-joints and other bushings while I was down there. If 1 ball joint is bad, the rest are not far behind. They did after-all get installed at the same time, and have the same amount of miles on them.
03-31-2014, 11:14 AM
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Ok perfect. Luckily, I changed the tie rods for the upgraded ones a few months ago. SO all 4 ball joints, any particular brand? OEM? Or what about rock auto? and is this a pain to install?
03-31-2014, 11:34 AM
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I have Dana Spicer ball joints. They seem fine.. I figured the oem ones lasted 145k, and they were still fine when I replaced them. You'll need a ballpoint press. The one I have from hf works great.
03-31-2014, 12:42 PM
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I get most of my parts from Rockauto. Ball joint are not difficult. Just don't go cheap, get service grade or better.... It's not such an easy job you'll want to repeat it, anytime soon.
03-31-2014, 01:41 PM
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Year: 1995
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Engine: 4.0 with all of the noise and clatter
I used to use only Moog for replacement suspension parts, but the quality has gone down. I have had good luck with Raybestos ball joints.
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Engine: Golen 4.6 Stroker, AFE Headers, 62mm TB, 24 LB Injectors, Brown Dog kit, HF Cat, 3" Exhaust
Spicers are decent.. I have not had good luck with Moog ball joints. Just replaced mine with the alloy USA kit and they are nice. Love being able to greese the lowers. Pretty fairly priced too! (Come with all 4),
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