I drive a 2003 Ram 1500 (132000) lifted and on 35s. I recently took the truck offroad and a few days after my lower ball joint on the driver's side had begun to make an annoying squeaking sound. It happens when I turn and hit any bump. I have inspected it and can see my tierod catching when I turn. I realize that these kinds of things do come with mudding and time. Last time I replaced the ball joints was 50000 miles ago. I do realize also that this is a fairly difficult and time consuming job to do alone. Any tips/methods that I could use to make this job even a little easier. Also, feel free to correct my diagnosis if you believe it may be something else (control arm,etc.) Thanks in advance guys!

 

Its not difficult. Its not costly and it doesnt take a lot of time. I think I did mine last time in about 2-3 hours seriously. Took everything apart, pressed them out and the new ones in and bolted everything back together