Spicer 706944X Suspension Ball Joint Kit
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The lower ball joint included in this kit, Dana/Spicer Socket Assembly/Ball Joint Kit 706944x, is non-removable. grease-proof.
one side (upper and lower)
The Dana/Spicer Socket Assembly/Ball Joint kit part number 706944x will fit your 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 based on your application.
When a seller says "I can ship any time," it could mean that he ships that day or the next day, but it could also mean that he uses a slow mode of transportation and takes two months to reach you. There's an important distinction to be made here. It's not so much about when it ships as it is about how it arrives.
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These aren't oversized in any way; Balljoints, for example, are available aftermarket. They're the original part, and unless you're replacing the originals, there's no way they'll fit as snugly as they should. Avoid Duralast and AC Delco balljoints if you want them to last longer than three months. Their XJ balljoints are a complete waste of money! Also, if you have Death Wobble, it's most likely the lower ball joints, which don't show play when wiggled because they're Load Bearing balljoints that can't be unloaded due to the design. Cheers!.
If you're installing them in a new axle, these might work, but don't waste your time. I needed them for a 98 Jeep Tj, and they pressed in nicely on one side, which still had the originals, but slid in and out on the other, and the boot appears to be weak. Next, I looked at Moog's reviews, which didn't appear to be promising. I can't say I've ever had a bad experience with Moog, but for what it's worth, there were a lot of negative reviews and complaints online. For the side that these Spicers weren't big enough for, I went with Duralast Gold. The Duralast lower is the one shown in the photos, and it appeared to be of good quality, with a strong sealed boot and a perfect fit. They were between 1/2 and 1 pound each. Spicers are 1 mm bigger than the Spicers. The lowers even have a grease fitting port, but don't do what I did and press them in so that accessing the grease fitting is difficult. When you ask someone why they don't like DL, they usually say they've never used them, but they know a guy whose brother-in-law knows a guy who is an expert mechanic who read on the internet that they're terrible.
To ensure that all slop in the steering is removed, change the tie rod ends and drag link at the same time. Be aware that the installation process is very involved, as it transformed my jeep from a clown on the highway to a smooth, predictable ride. Probably a three-out-of-four wrench.
I was a bit let down. Dana/Spicer is a fantastic brand, but I had a bad experience with it. I ordered two sets to replace the front axles on both sides of my 1997 TJ. Rather than pressing one of the upper balljoints in, I was able to tap it in with a screwdriver. I had a spare set of MasterCraft balljoints, so I put them to the test to make sure my axle C flange wasn't enlarged. The MasterCraft was correctly pressed in. So I'm not sure what to make of it. I compared the Spicer upper to the Spicer lower and it "looks" right, but I'm guessing there was a manufacturing error that resulted in the seat's diameter being too small. Because these are premium parts, I'm going to contact Amazon and see what I can do. For the time being, I'm going to leave the MasterCraft upper on one side.
Because it's a direct replacement, they fit as they should. Dana- The axle was built by Spicer, and the previous set lasted 20 years, so these should as well. br>br>I learned a few tips from BleepinJeep and made quick work of it with a rented ball joint press. Approximately 45 minutes per side in total.
I ordered these for my 1997 Jeep TJ Wrangler, and they fit perfectly. I had replaced the original ball joints with MOOG ball joints at around 110K miles, but I later discovered that those ball joints wear out quickly. I had a mechanic tell me they needed to be replaced after only a few thousand miles. I chose the Dana Spicer ball joints after reading several positive reviews on Jeep forums, and I'm hoping they live up to the hype.
The upper ball joint, like some of the other reviews, was extremely difficult to install. Despite the fact that I'm sure this is a common issue, the seller's customer service was completely ineffective. I tried a few times but failed miserably each time. The only thing I regret is wasting my time and not being able to give them a 0 star rating.
The parts were well-fitting and included everything that was shown in the picture. Many, if not most, Jeeps don't require the brass nut that comes with the kit, as another reviewer pointed out. When you're done removing the old ones, it'll be obvious. A gap between the knuckle and the bottom of the upper ball joint was also mentioned by another reviewer. I had the same thought at first, but then I realized Spicer may have been allowing for expansion when the ball joint is greased. Everything appeared to be in order after I shot it with the grease gun. It appears that they are being shipped dry(?). If they are shipped dry (possibly to avoid leakage and box destruction), there should be a warning about the need to grease them before putting them into service. If this isn't the case, well. It's all right. Obviously, these aren't meant to be sold to inexperienced shaders. They'd include a little important information if it wasn't for the tree mechanic. br>By the way, I used the OTC 7249 clamp/press with the OTC 7894 Jeep/Dodge adapter set and it worked perfectly. When you have the right tool, it isn't that difficult. If you're going to save money on the tool, I think you should hire a mechanic to install it.
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