I recently replaced the front wheel bearings on my 06 1500. While doing this I noticed that the rubber boots on the upper and lower ball joints were cracked/torn.

From what I have found online in order to replace the upper ball joints you have to replace the entire upper control arm...is this true? And if so is this a dealer only part?

I have been searching and can only find the upper control arm's for upto 2005 1500's and 06+ 2500 and 3500's...nothing for 06 1500's.

 

The upper control arm and ball joint are not separable.

I replaced a worn upper a year or two ago with a MOOG grease-able replacement... check advanceautoparts.com - that is where I bought one for my 2004. If you're careful about marking the mount points, you won't have to pay for an alignment either - assuming its in line now.

You may be able to find a replacement rubber boot.

 

yeah it is the entire a-arm i have mine sitting in a box now ready to go in. you can get them at any auto parts store. im changing my whole front while im in there the upper, lowers and the inner and out tie rod