Scottie wrote:
The thing is though now I know mine should be replaced I WANT THEM REPLACED. Thinking of just telling the dealer to replace them and I will pay for the job.
So what is the problem with my current ball joints what are the symptoms of knackered ball joints.???? and will I notice a difference when they are changed.
Had a look at the one on our drivers side and it looks all rusted.
Safe to assume that you value your life? This is one defect which you will want to stand your ground with the dealer. The problem is the joints can separate unexpectantly and the whole wheel assembly will fall-off, usually taking the fender with it.
To check the joints requires using a jack to take the load off the joint then check for play, not someting you can tell by just looking. Does it feel loose in the front end or making any thumping noises? I felt the slop in mine while pumping the brakes and allowing the vehicle to creep at a stoplight. BTW, my first set only went 14K miles before needing replaced. I drive almost all expressway and it never been off-road.