Bibo1985

On my 95 F150 2WD, there's a pop in the right front suspension sometimes when I turn left but only if it's a really sharp almost U-turn. Also, if I drive across a sharp bump/dip it feels like the right side is falling out.
I know it's in need of tie rod ends, but I'm not sure if tie rod ends make noise? I checked for play in the ball joints today and saw none, not even a little bit.
While I was under there checking things out, it looks like the bushing where the passengar side I-beam connects to the frame may be worn out in comparison to the drivers side.
Thought? Advice?
On a side note, if the frame bushings (I think that's what they are) up front are shot, could it make the front end "appear" to sit lower than it should? Thanks in advance folks

ridge903

The popping you are refering to could possibly be the tie rod end and if that busing looks worn out it is possible but you would definatelly feel the play but i would also check my shock mounts it could be loose

Bibo1985

Thanks ridge903! I actually replaced the shocks yesterday, but the problems was there before and remained afterward.
I'm planning to replace the springs in about a month as well.

Bibo1985

Oh, I also feel the play in the steering wheel.

Bibo1985

Aha! I found my problem! Radius arm bushing on the back of the bracket is SHOT completely out!
Went and got the bushings, and looked up how to change them. Wow.
For the time being, would it be a feasible idea to just remove the nut and replace bushing and spacer that I KNOW is screwed? I do plan to go through and replace the whole bushings when I get my new springs and at least 2 days down time for my truck just to be safe. Thanks folks!
Oh, and I hope to do a pictorial on changing em too, lotta stuff that's not your "norm" involved along with some hella torque specs