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Old Nov 6, 2011 | 11:57 PM
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New to the site and the Ram, I just purchased a used 2002 1500 4x4 QC 4.7 and I am going to be replacing the upper control arms on both sides and wheel bearing on the left side and looking for a good tutorial or video. I've seen a couple on YouTube just looking to see if I missed anything or get some advice from those who have done this before.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2011 | 01:34 AM
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Look in the DIY/FAQ section, you might have to set it so it shows "All posts from the beginning" (You'll see a dropdown menu near the bottom of the page)

There's a DIY in there for replacing the upper control arm. I'd recommend replacing the lower balljoints and tie-rod ends while you're in there, it doesn't take too much time. I found it to be pretty easy with just a Princess Auto balljoint press. (Thats Harbour Freight if you're in the states)

I think there's a wheel bearing DIY in there as well but I'm not completely sure
 
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Old Nov 7, 2011 | 03:02 AM
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Harbor Freight is called Princess Auto?? LMAO
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 02:20 AM
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[quote=freestyledude;2638677 I think there's a wheel bearing DIY in there as well but I'm not completely sure[/quote]

'Intheblue25' I made a thread when I did my wheel bearings and posted a few pics as well. It should help you a little bit, as we have the same chassis.
Here's the link to it.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...pair-pics.html
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 12:39 PM
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Dont forget to get an alignment when you are done.
 
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Old Nov 9, 2011 | 09:39 AM
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Thanks for the help guys, parts should arrive today.
 
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