I have a 96 5.2l magnum 5speed 4×4, my lower control arm bushings and my upper and lower ball joints need to be replaced. I know I need to order the kit from energy suspension for the 97-04 Dakota/Durango 4×4 https://www.energysuspensionparts.com/5.3139. My question is do the UCA bushings in the kit fit or do I need to order the 96 4×4 bushings https://www.energysuspensionparts.com/moog-k7084 aswell. Also what would be a good brand of ball joints?

 

Did you try calling Energy Suspension?

I replaced ball joints and tie rods a couple years ago. Back then, our dearly departed friend Ralph recommended Proforged. As far as I know that brand still exists and is marketed by Holley (go to the Holley website). I have Proforged lower balljoints and inner/outer tie rods and they are as solid as anything. Have had no issues. Ended up with ACDelco upper balljoints because either Proforged didn’t make them or (more likely) they were out of stock. Stuff was hard to find during the pandemic. But also very happy with ACDelco.

Also, Moog has gotten a bad reputation of late. They wer taken over by Federal Mogul several years back and many have complained about Moog.

 

Thanks I appreciate it I'm going to give Energy suspension and Holley a call on Monday to make sure everything matches up.