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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 12:55 AM
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Well I have a 98 XJ with a short arm 5 inch lift and adj track bar.

When I turn turn left or right my steering box or somthing around there is making a creeking/grinding noise.

I have no idea what it could be.. I'm hoping some of you can help.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 07:17 AM
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Lots of posts on front-end steering noises every week. Use the SEARCH button and you'll find ton's of threads on the subject.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:25 AM
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Thank you Frank.
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 11:34 AM
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sounds like a ball joint, upper ball joints
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by lolz_jeep
sounds like a ball joint, upper ball joints

I think your right looks like thats what I will be doing on my day's off.

Thanks
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