<VV> Ball Joints on late Models ?

[Ron]

The lowers go first as the entire load of the front end are on them.  On my 
'62, the tapered stud snapped in half just under the nut and washer.
RonH

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From: "rich dixon" <dixon5553 at yahoo.com>
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Sent: Tuesday, October 18, 2011 1:10 PM
Subject: <VV> Ball Joints on late Models ?


>I have a 66 Monza and not sure if the ball joints have ever been replaced, 
>my question to the group is there any data that notes the "uppers joints" 
>being more prone to failure than the lower joints? I need to check them on 
>my car and I appreciate the fact they should replaced since that could be 
>45 years old, however I don't want to change out part that is still good 
>and has some life left in it.
>
> Any comments regarding this topic is welcomed, along with any tips for a 
> simple removal and install process is welcomed too.
>
> Rich
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