2007-03-02 07:19:23 · 6 answers · asked by Dave F 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I've seen some completely fail at 43k miles and others that were original and still perfect at 100k + miles. Most however, get replaced well before 100k miles. I probably end up recommending replacing one or more ball joints on half the Explorers that come in my shop.
The OE ball joints can not be greased BTW, the aftermarket ones can be and if properly maintained last much longer.
2007-03-02 07:27:46 · answer #1 · answered by Naughtums 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on how hard you drive the truck, where you drive it, how many miles you put on it, and how big the tires are. All of these will cause premature failure of the parts. Especially the oversized tires. The taller and wider the tire, the more stress that is delivered to the front end components. Normally with proper maintanence, (greasing the joints), you should get anywhere from 50,000 to 100,000 miles and it all depends on driving habits. The harder you drive the quicker they wear out.
good luck.......
2007-03-02 15:27:44 · answer #2 · answered by mailbox1024 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know where these clowns get their numbers. Most Explorer ball joints last 200,000 miles.
2007-03-02 20:29:16 · answer #3 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are way to many variables to give a definite time line. Where is it driven, pot holes in roads etc. If they have never been replaced I'm sure it needs them.
2007-03-02 15:27:49 · answer #4 · answered by grease junkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know that there is a time limit or mileage limit on how long they will last. It just depends on how often they are greased and what they are subjected to.
2007-03-02 15:27:11 · answer #5 · answered by smoke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How many miles are on it? Are they mostly highway miles? Anything over 70k miles and they are more than likely shot.
2007-03-02 15:25:58 · answer #6 · answered by Andrew 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋