Ford Ranger Upper Control Arm And Ball Joint Replacement - Shadetree Mechanic How To
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
- How to remove and install the front upper control arm and ball joint assembly on a 1998 - 2011 Ford Ranger (without torsion bar suspension). Also applicable to Mazda B series pickups.
Thanks bud.. straight to the point and no extra chit chat, I think some of these you tubers like to hear themselves talk. 😆
Although I’m not personally fond of using junkyard parts this was a good video. First one I’ve seen to specifically explain how the control arm bolts are marked to keep the alignment close to what it was. I’m getting ready to do this and have watched numerous videos lol. Thanks.
10 years later from this video, there are now new parts available not from a dealer that are actually affordable. Good job, this is how we did it on old Rangers. Use up the older parts that had life in them. 👍
I have to tell you that this would have been a real pain without your video. I went ahead and changed both upper control arms (were REALLY bad) and lower ball joints (figured, I was in there..why not?) The uppers were a breeze!! I had to laugh at myself afterwards bcuz it was soo easy and I was way too afraid I was going to mess it up!! Again, GREAT JOB on that video. Looking forward to your future posts!!!
Nice vid. Factory ball joints on these Rangers are sealed and don't have grease fittings. The usually only go about 100 K.
It looks like you installed a factory upper ball joint without a grease fitting. I highly recommend that anyone doing this get a quality aftermarket ball joint with the fitting. Lube them up at every oil change and they will outlast your truck.
I was hoping it was some sort of camber adjustment. But you're right. I'm installing two cam bolts kits right now
I was just kidding, I know that you really don't have to do both sides, however when we done ours we done both upper/lower, Left/right, outer tie-rods so we could get an alignment right after..
I like seeing other people do it and see there strategy. But the upper control arm is a 2 piece on our 02' 4x4, still easy enough though.
Have a SAFE & happy HOLIDAY season
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Merrie-Merrie
You tightened your lug nuts in a circular pattern haha ! Great vi, I Iike how you get straight to the point...
Thanks man. I really appreciate the guidance. Take care my man.
good video,looks like you used a used uppercontrol arm from the yellow writing on it? a new one is pretty cheap would it be better to spend the few extra bucks for a new balljoint
To remove and install just the ball joint from the control arm you would need a hydraulic press, that's why I replaced the whole assembly. Thanks!
So do you leave the upper bolts for control arm kinda loose than get ball joint in than tighten up the upper control arm bolts
I've seen Ranger front end overhaul kits that include two control arms with ball joints installed, two lower ball joints, inner and outer tie rod ends, and sway bar links for $120 Canadian!
Even I can afford that.
You don’t want cheap ball joints because they wear out faster.
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Great video!! I have another question maybe you can answer. My truck passed inspection but on the way back from the inspection, when I hit bumps, the steering wheel shakes violently once I slow down. I then drive a little further and it does it again. I have brand new tires. The ball joint is slightly loose but passible. Do you have any ideas what may cause this? Thank you.
Aftermarket ball joint? Would this require a hydraulic press or any special tools??
On each of the two bolts holding the upper control arm is a metal hook. Its about half inch wide or so and hooks toward the bushing over the top. Any idea what these are? I dont see an identical bolt on anyone elses rangers
GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!!! I'm going to change my right now!
Thanks for the clear lesson. Bill
I'm thinking I have the same problem. Whenever I go over a bump it pops but if I shake the truck or bounce it then no pops occur. Sound like a ball joint issue?
did you go back out to put it back on when you was editing this video?
Great video, but I'm hoping you at least staggered your initial torquing of the lug nuts since you did a circular pattern on the final torque 6:46
Why you are marking the camber bolt? are you usig adjustable camber bolts? wondering if I need to mark them using the stock cam bolts (non adjustable) Thanks!
super! THANKS FOR THE Video! im confident know that i can do it myself and save some money
what would cause a shake in ur passenger side tire and sterring wheel
I think that if you're careful about lining everything up like it was before, you should be fine.
I heard that I need a special machine to change the ball joints and I have a ford xlt do you know anything about that?
What size socket was used on the Ford Ranger upper control arm to remove it?
did you get that dust cover back on?
Is this a 2wd? How different is the 4wd procedure?
I need to replace the right upper in my 2011 2wd Ranger and both uppers in my 2004.
Great video!
What size socket do I need for the nut at 4:03? Is it also 15mm?
after replacing the upper ball joint and control arm do you need to get an alignment done?
Yes
how long did it take for you to do this?
i wasnt expecting a junk yard part at the end. Can you buy that full assembly or do you have to pound in a new ball joint?
you have to replace the entire upper control arms, the bottom ball joints can be pressed (hammered) out and pressed back in.
Rockauto.com The upper is about $65 and the lower is about $110. A full kit is $325.
I have had my 98 ranger for 3 years and the person I bought it from never did anything to it my truck needs both upper and lower ball joints on both sides and now I think it needs new inner and outer tie rod ends
+jd honn Theres a lot of these trucks out there that have been abused. It's amazing how long they go with such negligence
I have my ford ranger 1992 4X4 and belive there's where more than a decade that's nothing being changed. they last for ever good trucks.
Só não entendi kkkllk mas aprendi muito ai com vc. Parabéns amigo .
put new ball joints on 93 ranger 2wd,book says put c clip on bottom ball joint but mine wont go in far enough for a c clip to fit on it,looked at some at junkyard none had a c clip on bottom joint only on top one except 4wd,is the book wrong?
rent a press
$63.00 autozone. ctrl arm, bushings and ball joint assy.
Muy bien señor
Yes I have the same question could you answer please
I can't believe you didn't put new arms on.
looks easy enough, need to do both of mine 313000 miles and they are shot...
+TheSwampbuck1962 Same, got mine at 410k
man! thats the wrong control arm you put back on and its from the junk yard. should of just bought a new one.
+RicksRides1 I agree I never ever put junk yard parts on a vehicle, I always use new parts and especially ones with grease fittings, he's going to have to do this again...
I wonder that too I got my alternator from the junk yard it was basically Braw new but it comes to safety it got to be new like shocks, wheel hubs, brakes and etc.
Sometimes you don't have a choice but get from a junk yard
Having said that ,I have purchased almost brand new parts from them
You can look at mileage and see if parts may still be decent
If you can check a part out and it is good nothing wrong with used
I perfer new as well . Just have been there in my younger days when new was not possible
Or a matter of time and place.I have lived in areas where a parts sore may not get a part for several days so a junk yard is the answer
you sir, don't have any values
@@dont.ripfuller6587 Live and Learn...
Why would anybody put a old part back in and do all that work?
Money talks. $65 for a new one or $20-$30 for a used. If you ain't got it you ain't got it.
I wouldn't do it my self but a junk yard I go to would sell that part for 5 bucks
hi guys..( and women too!)i need advice.. my 2000 Ranger has 230, 000 ...for the most part runs good..now making a clunking noise, mechanic says front end out..$900!! is it time to ditch it? i just had a new power steering pump put it and a fuel pump about 2 years ago...
i dont want new car payments! : ((
THANKS
WOW A USED PART.. I WONDER IF THIS IS YOUR TRUCK OR A CLIENTS..EITHER WAY JUST WRONG..with that said great video on how to replace thumbs up with a 2010 ford ranger you will need a 15mm and 21mm wrenches or socket and wrench
I done this but with all brand new parts with chevy Silverado v8 springs and new lower control arms and uppers for a 3 inch lift with 4 inch lift spindles and all other thing that unbolts got all new including the 14 inch shitrims and tires with new 15x10 corvette rally rims with 33 on the front and 35 on the back with a new 8.8 rearend and springs lift and regear
4wd the same? I dont have spindles
Yes 4wd is the same procedure for upper.
thanks!!
I can't believe you put a used junkyard A arm and ball joint on as a replacement. Really?
Singing hammer 6:00
I would probably only take cosmetic things from the junkyard, you can't really tell what state the mechanical items are in.
Did you use a used control arm???
Nice vid, should you have done the other side as well???
I'm just a girl so what do I know.... LOL
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Merrie-Merrie
I am sorry but I wish you had highlight the problem stage. I can't get the top bolts, and nuts sit correctly. Please remember the people who watch these videos are the one like me who are beginners. I have spent my whole evening and can't figure out how those, bolts, washers and nuts go in. Thank you
Why did you spend or waste your time using parts from the junk yard you should buy a new upper ball joint since it’s what you need. Anyway thank you for your time and next time at least use some grease
pfftt.. that wiggle is nothing compared to that on my ranger... with now broken cv joints........ probably should have done what your doing now a long time ago...
haha "clack clack clack clack"
wheel bearings and balljoints were shot. just rebuilt the whole front end of my ranger last week.. lmao.
it varies honestly, I had needed to replace my half shaft on the drivers side, wheel bearings, upper and lower ball joints, tie rods, shocks, and upper control arms. the half shaft is probably about $100-$150 at autozone, its been a while since i did the work so i'd check around online for a bit
can't believe you used junk yard joints.
do four wheel drives man everybody owns four wheel drives
Only nerds and clowns pay full price for new parts! You can score practically new parts off cars and trucks in the yard just about any day of the week, most cars n truck parts match different years so you’re not buying old shit anyway. ANND they come with a 90 day warranty to return or trade back in, on top of that you get a core charge on the parts to bring back your broken crap and get 10-20$ back.. JUNK YARD DOGS ARE BAD TO THE BONE!!
$30 Dollars for a brand new Control arm and Installs a used one ...waste of work/labor
Up here in Canada including tax it would cost upwards of $90 for a good quality control arm that will last (Moog, AC Delco). That’s from Rock Auto online. From NAPA in store you’re looking at over $100 each before tax. I do agree that you should always install new parts that are directly related to safety though. It’s just a lot more than some people think.
That piece wasn't new bro lol