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Old Mar 18, 2015 | 09:13 PM
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What years did dodge have the problems with their front end set up? When did they fix it and what can you do to fix it if you already have a truck with the problems?
 
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Old Mar 18, 2015 | 10:26 PM
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Can you be more specific? They never really had "problems" but parts do wear out on Dodge just like other domestic trucks....
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 10:24 AM
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This ^^. What "front end setup" are you referring to?
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 10:31 AM
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In my opinion, the Chrysler a-arm ball joints leave a little to be desired, as the seem to wear out after a short while. On my 2500, I got about 75 grand on mine, but have heard of shorter mileage. Moog had the best replacement, but now that they are made in China, I am not really sure of the best replacement.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 12:23 PM
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All manufacturers have issues. They install sealed units. Lube for life. My ***. 75k, is good for front end parts. Here's a question for you. Did you replace your shocks at 50-60k? Worn shocks lead to other parts wearing.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 07:46 PM
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old guy here.

in the 60's front end parts.. you were lucky to get 30K.. and they had grease fitting.. every 3k ....with the oil and filter.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 07:56 PM
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in the 60's front end parts.. you were lucky to get 30K.. and they had grease fitting.. every 3k ....with the oil and filter.
Yes, I remember when a "lube" was included with an oil and filter change.
 
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Old Mar 19, 2015 | 09:36 PM
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I rebuilt my whole front end with these http://www.mevotech.com/ way better than moog IMHO
 
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