Failed ball-joints and control arm.

[Whiplash]

I forgot the date code is at the bottom of the sticker (as well) Build Date = 6/26/2020
X20200626xxxx - so they should be steel - since this was a transition month - I would still use a magnet to double check.

There was a period after the June build
date where they found some extra aluminum knuckles , that they mixed into production....use the magnet or eye test...
Steel are a black color , usually with some surface rust..

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[airline tech]

I think you.mean the knuckle

Doh - Knuckle, I had the issue of (assembly) vs (separate and replaceable) in my head.

 

[tygr2007]

Thank you for the replies everyone. This is all very helpful. My ranger has 28500 miles on it completely stock with a factory FX4 package. What's confusing to me is in another thread someone said that the OEM direct ford parts are in some cases superior to the aftermarket ones. But why did my ball-joint fail at 28k miles here in las vegas? I don't off-road or beat on my truck at all.

Another question is if this ball-joint is worn out, are all of them worn out? Should I replace them all if I'm going through the hassle of doing the work?


The rough country uppers are $300 for the pair. Seems reasonable.
https://tinyurl.com/mvaxbwcy

Hey James, did you end up doing this and how did it turn out?

 

[PapaBill]

Hi everyone. The lower ball-joint on my 2020 Ranger is failing. Auto zone said i can only buy a control arm and it's $500 for the part. Is this for real? I can't press in a replacement ball-joint? Anyone have any advise on this? If i really have to replace the entire arm should i go aftermarket? I appreciate the help. Not sure what to do.

Here is some scoop to get your ball joints:

https://www.google.com/search?q=bal...cgH2uYCgAgA&sclient=gws-wiz-modeless-shopping

Semper Fi.
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[TJC]

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog...bocharged,3445187,suspension,ball+joint,10070

And get the ones with grease fittings so you won't be doing the job again in a few years.

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