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Don
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3/19/2008
08:36:19
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Recently I replaced the upper and lower ball joints on a 99 Dak 2WD. While I was down there I also replaced the bushings on the LWR Control Arm. They were a pain to get out but I don't think I did any damage to the Control Arm. So I took out the spring replaced the parts put it back together, now I have cupping on the drivers side front tire. I rotated the tires and the new tire is also cupping, there a loud Humm from that side also when I drive. I did not have it alligned after the work because it runs straight down the road. It's just that hummm and cupping. Anyone have any suggestion?? I'm about to move and I don't want anything to happen while I'm on the road. Any replies would be helpful. Thanks
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TexasTodd
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3/19/2008
09:33:25
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Don,
I'm not a front end mechanis by trade, but I think it usually comes from underinflation (probably not the case), or alignment.
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daddio
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3/19/2008
10:20:31
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have you checked the wheel bearings?
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Don
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3/19/2008
10:25:27
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Not yet, but I've read post where people changed them out and I seen them online for sale. If I bought a Hub would the bearings come pressed in already? Would it be better ( or just cheaper ) to just change the bearings or the Hub assembly if that is the problem.
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daddio
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3/19/2008
10:38:42
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"Would it be better ( or just cheaper ) to just change the bearings or the Hub assembly if that is the problem."
That depends on a couple of things,
1)whats the price diff. between a new hub and just changing the bearing?
2) do you feel the price diff. is worth your time it will take to change just the bearing?
personally, if i have acces to a press and can find the replacement bearings, i'd do it myself.
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Don
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3/19/2008
10:46:17
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Alright thanks, I'll check with the shop to see if theres a press. Also, is that something that would have to be changed in a pair? Pass and Driver.
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daddio
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3/19/2008
10:57:32
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No, not necessarliy. but you can probably change bearings on both sides for the price of one hub.
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TexasTodd
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3/19/2008
14:46:17
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I will be leaving the room now.
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dakota49
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3/19/2008
21:23:03
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there are other things that can cause the tires to cup, out of balance, loose or worn tie-rod, or steering idler arm, or other worn front suspension parts. Per repair manual. My guess is it needs to be aligned.
Good Luck
Dakota49
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