Check worn ball joints

[whitedog]

Hi all I have a thump in left front when i go over a bump not a loud thump but still a thump i have replaced lower suspension arms l & r about 60k ago so how can i check uper ball joints l have a 2002 l322 td6 any help will be great
Many thanks denis

[whitedog]

Hi again i am still hoping someone can tell me the best way to check worn ball joints
Thanks denis

[Homestar]

Ball joints are easy to check. Have someone rock the steering back and forward (engine off) just enough to pick up some pressure - while you look or feel if there is any movement between the steering arm and the track rod at each side.

Clunk could also be the strut mount rubbers up top - they could be quite perished by now on a vehicle of that age, could also be the strut itself it it’s never been replaced - the rebound on old struts can make a noise when they are shagged.

[whitedog]

Thanks homestar will check ball joints today , new Delphi strut fitted left side 45k ago will keep you posted
Many thanks

[whitedog]

Hi homestar l have been checking the ball joints both sides upper and lower and can not see any movement so i will keep looking
Many thanks any new advise would be great
Denis

[Laurie]

Denis
If the top and bottom ball joints, and the tie rod end check out ok have a look at the the drop links !

Laurie

[whitedog]

Hi Laurie thanks for the advise l replaced the sway bar 4 years ago but did not replace the drop links you could be spot on will check them out , should i replace both sides
Regards denis

[Laurie]

Denis
I'm old school on these things, if one side has worn out as far as I'm concerned the other side can't be far behind.

Laurie

[whitedog]

Hi Laurie thanks for the feedback i am chasing price today
Again many thanks
Denis

[whitedog]

Hi Laurie thanks for the advise l replaced the drop links today and as always you have been spot on many thanks again
Regards denis