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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 07:18 PM
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Well I am getting a popping noise in the front end and bad outer tire wear on front tires sooooo I guess it is time for a suspension upgrade. What brand of ball joints does every one prefer? Moog,Mevotech,etc.,etc..I have not jacke the front end up yet to check what exactly is worn but based on tire wear and popping noise I suspect ball joints. As long as I am in there I will probably replace tie rod ends also. So just some thoughts on the parts that I will need
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 07:27 PM
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Moog, hands down best.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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That is what I am leaning towards but recently I read either on this site or my Diesel Truck Resource site that Moog was bought out by another company and was putting out a lower quality product. Has any one else heard this?
 
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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i havnt heard anything like that, moog is the best ime
 
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 10:49 PM
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+3 Moog. Greaseable.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 07:02 AM
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+3 Moog. Greaseable.
I take it the +3 is a better joint? Where is a good place to get these parts at a discount. I have looked on Amazon.com and found decent prices but don't have any thing to compare to.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 07:37 AM
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Ha ha.....No Augie, Indy is the 3rd to agree with moog....(+1,+2,+3)

So I guess that makes me +4,...Haven't heard anything about moog being sold either. Regardless, they're a top brand....Anyone know if he can still get the recall ??
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 11:13 AM
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if the recall hasnt been done and your truck qualifies for it the dealer SHOULD perform the work for you afaik
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 05:23 PM
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I've found them on Ebay for a good deal.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2011 | 06:27 PM
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http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com/

http://www.federalmogul.com/en/After...spensionParts/

Couple links to check things out....
 

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