Hi All
This time last year when replacing the control arm bushings across the front of our 03 V6 GXL , I also took the opportunity to replace the ball joints while the arms were removed from the vehicle.
Roadsafe ball joints were sourced from Bursons and the recommended parts pressed into the control arms. Toyota only supply upper control arms with ball joint fitted as a replacement unit.
So over the weekend I planned to rotate the wheels to keep the BFG KM2's in good shape, a task that's done every 5k km cycle.
With the vehicle supported by chassis stands and the wheels at full droop but clear of the floor, I check for any movement by grabbing the wheel to give it a good shake/thrust/ "Half Ox".
I find that the right has movement when rocked top to bottom, eg. 12:00-6:00.
The slack, I discover to be in the upper ball joint.
Since installing these Road safe ball joints they have released ball joints to suit raised/lifted vehicles.
They have manufacturered these extended by 25mm and claim the advantages of clearance of the coil spring and the control arm during full droop. Better caster adjustment. Better ball joint angle and movement.
The Roadsafe ball joints have a 2 year/40000 km warranty.
Yesterday I spoke to Bursons about a claim for replacement.
Sounds like it should be ok, however they require the removed/faulty unit for return to Roadsafe.
Will look at getting the extended version to replace both sides, part no.BJ4084 to reduce the chance of future problems with the planned suspension upgrade.
Has anyone had any expiriences with the extened uper ball joints?
Endeavor to post a link or pictures when in front of my pc.
Cheers
Troy
This time last year when replacing the control arm bushings across the front of our 03 V6 GXL , I also took the opportunity to replace the ball joints while the arms were removed from the vehicle.
Roadsafe ball joints were sourced from Bursons and the recommended parts pressed into the control arms. Toyota only supply upper control arms with ball joint fitted as a replacement unit.
So over the weekend I planned to rotate the wheels to keep the BFG KM2's in good shape, a task that's done every 5k km cycle.
With the vehicle supported by chassis stands and the wheels at full droop but clear of the floor, I check for any movement by grabbing the wheel to give it a good shake/thrust/ "Half Ox".
I find that the right has movement when rocked top to bottom, eg. 12:00-6:00.
The slack, I discover to be in the upper ball joint.
Since installing these Road safe ball joints they have released ball joints to suit raised/lifted vehicles.
They have manufacturered these extended by 25mm and claim the advantages of clearance of the coil spring and the control arm during full droop. Better caster adjustment. Better ball joint angle and movement.
The Roadsafe ball joints have a 2 year/40000 km warranty.
Yesterday I spoke to Bursons about a claim for replacement.
Sounds like it should be ok, however they require the removed/faulty unit for return to Roadsafe.
Will look at getting the extended version to replace both sides, part no.BJ4084 to reduce the chance of future problems with the planned suspension upgrade.
Has anyone had any expiriences with the extened uper ball joints?
Endeavor to post a link or pictures when in front of my pc.
Cheers
Troy
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