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Old 02-02-11, 01:31 AM
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Question A question about balljoint quality

I'm about to do a poly bushing swap, and while i've got everything apart i'm going to replace my balljoints as the p/s is a little sloppy. i'm seeing a big difference in prices based on the manufacturer of the parts, so i'd like to hear some feedback from other users here. what brand did you choose, how many miles on them, opinions?
Old 02-02-11, 09:12 AM
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at 211K miles, I think its safe to say I should replace mine too.

which brand have you found? cuz I can't find any.
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Moog is pretty standard. I'd go either with them or OE.
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Originally Posted by Pele
Moog is pretty standard. I'd go either with them or OE.
Going with the OE part would always be best. Especially when the part doest really improve performance.
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Moog is proven good stuff.
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Originally Posted by jasperman
Going with the OE part would always be best. Especially when the part doest really improve performance.
Moog is usually heavier duty... Case in point, the 1st gen Idler and pitman arms. Greasable too.

I'd expect the Moog 2nd gen ball joints to be larger than the factory units and to have proper grease fittings.

Checking...
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=204046
No grease zerk... But it looks like they include polyurethane boots on them...
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Moog ( Federal Mogul ) are some of the best steering replacement parts available .. and have been for 30 + years ..They also produce national seals .. and many other brands of automotive replacement parts ..
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