In this video I go over the steps I use to replace the upper control arm and ball joint on a 2004 ford explorer sport track this process is the same on many …
In this video I go over the steps I use to replace the upper control arm and ball joint on a 2004 ford explorer sport track this process is the same on many …
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Thank you, all is well for the most part you know besides the constant battles of everyday life, just trying to make the best of it, sometimes i sink some times i swim just hope one day to make to the shore and do a little happy dance lol been falling behind here as you may have noticed, no excuses i just need a swift kick now and then and remember whats important in life, and helping others has always been pretty high on that list need to get back at it, thanks again hope all is well
When buying suspension components, is it best to buy OE brands or can you buy aftermarket brands?
Nice work Will. Just wanted to stop by to say hello and hope you and your family are doing well.
In addition; They do change slightly from year/make/model if yours is not the same let me know i will look it up
hope that helps
Your welcome, If you have the same year/make/model exact service (upper control arm assembly) your looking at 1 hour per side by the book. hourly rate in your area? in PA. from $50 to $100 plus part around $60 main thing is going to be the labor, i follow a parts and time guide and will never charge more than the time allowed, alignment is an extra charge avg. $60 around here, get an estimate first. They better not or i will chase them down with a wrench and do it for you lol
Your welcome, If you have the same year/make/model and need the exact service (upper control arm assembly) your looking at 1 hour per side by the book. Not sure the hourly rate in your area, in PA. from $50 to $100 then you have the part our local store caries for around $60 main thing is going to be the labor don’t let them rake you on that, i follow a parts and time guide and will never charge more than the time allowed, alignment is an extra charge avg. $60 around here, get an estimate first
Thank you for the video…how much can cost to change both sides? I just don’t want to get ripped off because I’m a woman ;)
thanks, how much should this run you and how long should it take.
Those bushings must’ve been shriveled up or something man I couldn’t believe how easy that thing just fell out once you got the bolts out. My Explorer is a 95 and the process is just about identical. Actually its completely identical aside from my having to fight the right bolt past fuel lines. Anyway, nice video and thanks.
Does this sport trac look identical to a 04′ Explorer 2 door 6 cylinder when replacing upper arm & ball joint? Is there a lower arm and ball joint or just a lower ball joint when replacing them on the 04′ Explorer 2 door 6 cylinder? Is an alignment required if you just change both lower ball joints on a Explorer 2 door 6 cylinder or only if you change the upper ball joints on a Explorer 2 door 6 cylinder. Why buy a Chamber Bolt Kit & install it when u r changing upper or lower ball joints? thx
Great video with good information. Thank you.
this video is perfect, good demonstration, gracias (thank you)
answered my own question…. BOTTOM is 1st.
Nice video. If doing both upper and lower in this vehicle, which one gets done 1st?
yup thanx!
Nice work. Wondering if aftermarket arms on this truck have serviceable joints?
Your welcome, and thank you for the kind words
Your welcome, thanks for the feedback
Thank you
nice option
Take note before jacking the vehicle at the angle or the control arm, try to get it near that point, i know this isn’t 100% mid however helps out tremendously, if you just tighten the bushings up with the travel fully extended when you let the vehicle down it tries to relax the bushing will be loaded just sitting, therefore try to achieve a normal relaxed ride height then tighten
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Thank you 🙂 and your welcome anytime
thank you for the compliments and feedback
I replaced the upper control arm which included the ball joint, if you take notice the upper ball joint is attached to the top of the spindle, with that in mind a ball joint is used where a part needs to move, the tire bolts to the spindle Assembly and needs to turn and move with the suspension while staying in alignment, we replaced the upper ball joint something needs to keep the lower potion of the spindle secure and inline that’s where the lower ball joint comes into play, hope that helps
4wd im assuming? i believe you can replace just the ball joints, however if you have any loose bushings it may be easier to replace the whole assembly, hope that helps
Hi, I have an 2004 Ford Explorer XLT, and I need to replace my upper and lower ball joints. Is it the same as this video for the Ford Explorer Sport Trac? Meaning i will have to replace as an assembly instead of just the ball joint by itself?
question, my mechanic told me that my wheels have play which i i know they do..so they told me i need to replace the control arm (one you played around with) the lower and upper join (for $530, parts included) but i noticed the joins you take off are at the same level, what does he ment with upper and lower.by the way its the same car same side
Very professional. I really enjoyed that you take the time at the end to discuss dealing w/the contingencies and annotations. Thanks!
Excellent video. Thank you.
thanks
how do you determine the mid travel?
If you have aftermarket upper control arms on the Explorer (Moog, Raybestos), they make a single ball joint that you can change like the lowers without removing the whole control arm assembly. Much easier.
Nice job! Thanks for the video.
i need some help with a front differential on a 93 explorer can anyone help?
Thanks for the video!! very helpful to all would be mechanics…keep up the good work..
Thanks for the video, i enjoy all your videos and always learn something. Thanks again for taking the time to share the info with us. =)
Thank you
I agree, thank you for the compliment
I love the ford setup , Your right when the bolts get seized they can be a pain . However still easier then the standard ball joint . Great fix & Thanks for the vid !!
Excellent video. 🙂
Your welcome anytime, thank you, Will do sir.
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Thank you, man if things go that well i will be set, 🙂 wish you all the best as well
Thank you
Your welcome anytime, thanks for the compliment
Thank you sir.
Great video!