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Old 03-10-2016, 05:55 PM
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So I started hearing a little clink here and there. Got under my truck and both sway bar link bushings on the top are shot. Read a lot about going moog for suspension parts but I'm thinking I'm just gonna go with the NAPA brand. Any tips for changing these? And will I be alright going with the NAPA brand?
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Is it 4wd or RWD? I ordered some front sway end links for my RWD which were Moog and they totally stopped the annoying clunk and rattle when going over bumps. I ordered from Rock Auto and they were not expensive. I would look at and inspect the brand from NAPA before committing and check for a couple things. The rubber boot covering the ball joint should be sturdy to last and you want to have zerk fittings to be able to grease. If they don't look quality you will be changing them again anyway so hold out for quality. The NAPA ones may be just fine.
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I can't get the Moogs to last any more that 10,000 miles. 99% on road!
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Napa brand is great if you get the "Napa Chassis" line... Great part, made by Dana.
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Replace them with neoprene or polyurethane bushings. I bought the entire rod/rubber bushings about two years ago; about two months ago I noticed the rubber bushings were already smashed and wearing. I've since replaced the rubber bushings with a set of tougher bushings, as the rubber ones wear too quickly.
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Originally Posted by Bucko
Replace them with neoprene or polyurethane bushings. I bought the entire rod/rubber bushings about two years ago; about two months ago I noticed the rubber bushings were already smashed and wearing. I've since replaced the rubber bushings with a set of tougher bushings, as the rubber ones wear too quickly.
Must be a "heritage" model, the 04'-08' use a totally different type of linkage, more of a ball link.
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It's RWD. Thanks for all the replies. The Napa chassis line is gonna cost me over $100 for both. I think I'm gonna take my chances with the lower brand Napa carries. If they bust quick on me lesson learned and I'll know for next time.



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