LCA Bushing Cracked- Options?

[Grumpaw]

No, it was definitely me. And I’m openly admitting the fact that I treat this track like shit, however, I’m really just looking for a fix here. I can’t find any OEM bushing or boot that looks like it’s worth a shit ?

So, if you don't think its the lift that is causing the problem.....why don't you just run it to the dealer for a warranty repair....2023 should still have plenty of warranty !!!
Oh, right....they will take one look at your 8 inch lift, and laugh so hard the hey will probably leak pee pee all over the floor !!!
I'd like to be there when you explain your reason that the lift didn't cause the problem.
(Injecting humor here also )

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[tygr2007]

So, if you don't think its the lift that is causing the problem.....why don't you just run it to the dealer for a warranty repair....2023 should still have plenty of warranty !!!
Oh, right....they will take one look at your 6 inch lift, and laugh so hard the hey will probably leak pee pee all over the floor !!!
I'd like to be there when you explain your reason that the lift didn't cause the problem.
(Injecting humor here also )

Come on down to FL so you can watch the bitch session at the dealer! It’s actually an 8” lift ?. This one was actually funny.

 

[airline tech]

Since this appears to be self-induced (pickle fork) and looking at $600 in parts unless sourced for Ball-Joint / Boot only - just do as suggested and seal as best you can for now and monitor.

Mainly due to the fact that it is unknown if the Lift is actually or partially the cause, lifts do (TEND) to wear front end parts faster and you could possibly throw $600 to fix a simple boot tear, just for them to tear again in a few hundred miles.

I will say the boot does look (appear) to be stretched out and deformed over stock but cannot confirm (only visual)

For the Money $$$ Factor, try the sealant first and closely monitor the ball joints for wear.
SAFETY Reason - Do not want to see you in a video/ story post here - Flipped Truck on Highway
You are in a rare group of Ranger owners who have lifted that high, there just may be a learning curve or an aftermarket solution for the LCA's to handle that extra lift.
Just my thoughts on the issue -and thinking logical

 

[Georgeacosta_]

i had to replace the whole arm, on both sides.

 

[Georgeacosta_]

i had to replace the whole arm, on both sides.

also forgot to mention my truck is leveled on 35's. they have been replaced twice now and no issues from the dealer.

 

[Stevedbvik1]

“No ball joints were harmed in the making of this adventure “ ?

 

[Dereku]

I have had oddly good luck with Mevoteck. Especially their upsized sway bar links on other vehicles that kept popping stock ones. And I have had 12” lifts and 46s before. Zero ball joint wear I can confirm. Oh wait it had king pins hahaha.

swap boots with another ball joint or just try the aftermarket one mentioned. Rtv and hope is not a solid solution considering your ball joints are controlling some big rubbers.

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