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Old 03-31-2015, 11:02 AM   #1
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I had identical issue up front. Ball joints. Spraying did not fix. 1-800 new control arm did.
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Old 03-31-2015, 11:18 AM   #2
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I had identical issue up front. Ball joints. Spraying did not fix. 1-800 new control arm did.
My front left ball joint is creeking also, spraying hasn't helped me either. Going to get new arm fitted when it goes in for service.
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Old 03-31-2015, 11:39 AM   #3
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Squeeky Ball joint. Fix it like this. Perhaps use a needle to inject WD40 to preserve the boot as a slit will open up after some time unless you reseal it.

Fix that squeeky joint


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Old 03-31-2015, 11:49 AM   #4
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Yeah i tried the injection method using the white lithium grease, but with no success
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