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Old 01-25-2011, 07:06 AM
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Hey guys. Simple question, I'm hoping there's a simple answer. I recently installed my long arm kit and noticed some movement indicating the balljoints are worn. I don't wheel the hell out of my XJ, but I'd still like something beefier than oem replacement. Unless I'm concerned about nothing and they will be fine. Any suggestions?
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Ya get what ya pay for.
In no particular order:
Napa premium
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From my research it seems Spicer is the way to go... You can get them here. Just installed a new set on my XJ

http://completeoffroad.com/i-123665-...ds-706944.html
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Originally Posted by s14unimog
From my research it seems Spicer is the way to go... You can get them here. Just installed a new set on my XJ

http://completeoffroad.com/i-123665-...ds-706944.html
Is this legit? For upper and lower from oriellys is like 120. I need to replace the driver side and if its this good of a deal I might do both.
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I don't see why it wouldn't be legit, I have ordered from Complete Off-Road before and never had a problem.
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Originally Posted by s14unimog
From my research it seems Spicer is the way to go... You can get them here. Just installed a new set on my XJ

http://completeoffroad.com/i-123665-...ds-706944.html
thanks I think I am going to order me a pair. Just what I have been looking for.
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not bashing what you said but what makes you say moog is better than the others? just curious
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moog - lifetime, no questions asked warranty
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moog - lifetime, no questions asked warranty
do they seem to be stronger than other brands?

some how i got away with autozone ball joints on 35s for the winter but im going to 37s and a dana 44 so id like to get the strongest ones possible
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I don't see why it wouldn't be legit, I have ordered from Complete Off-Road before and never had a problem.
Sweet! Going to order as soon as taxes get back
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I have installed a lot of balljoints all a lot of 4x4s including Jeeps at my old shop and IMO Moog are the best you can get from a parts store. They are stronger and last longer them most stock BJs.

This goes for all front end parts for me I use Moog when I have the choice.
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not sure if dynatrac makes the prosteer ball joints for the d30, but they are rebuildable and come in a package of 2 upper and 2 lower for about 600 bux.
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