98 f150 2wd pulls to the right and has outside feathering. what would cause this?

 

bad alignment? Have you gotten that checked? Slightly stuck brake caliper could cause it, are you going thru brake pads more often on that side? Are your roads sloped for rainfall? some states align tires slightly off to take into account sloped roads. I personally haven't ever done it but I've heard people on the forum mention it. We have sloped roads but I don't have a problem with a straight alignment. After that start looking into suspension parts that are worn/broken/ have a lot of play

 

Obviously you are going to need an alignment. Find a good shop to do it... and try and find reviews online about the shop. It sounds stupid, I know, but there are some shops that will put it in "spec", and it still pulls. I had to fight with a Big O here locally about their "spec" on my Ranger before they got it right.

Almost every case of feathering I've seen was due to bad shocks or struts.

 

Also... there are some shops that will warranty the alignment. At one time, I think Firestones offered a lifetime warranty. Don't know if they still do.

 

havent gotten it checked yet, wanting to make sure i got everything fixed beforehand.

i have replaced both calipers because of sticking. and both lower ball joints.

roads around here are sloped some more than others, never really had a problem with them before.

ive checked for worn or loose parts and i just dont see any, just figured someone might know what parts to look at. guess ill go for the alignment and see if that resolves it.

 

yep I just got them for both of my vehicles, lifetime for as long as you own the vehicle, non transferable


Edit* went when they were having a special paid for 2 for the price of 1 and some change

 

Oh sweet... I might need to do that on my Mustang then. I'm about to throw some caster/camber plates on it this summer.

 

Before you go to the alignment shop, check your tie rod ends. To do this, grab the tie rod and push the tie rod end into the ball. If you feel it "Click" you have a bad tie rod end and, obviously, if it has excessive movement, it is long gone and you will need to replace them to keep your truck in alignment.

The tie rod ends are low cost and easy to replace. Also, check the upper ball joints also. If there is any movement in the ball and socket, replace them. The easiest way is to replace the complete upper control arms and ball joints. They usually cost less than $50 per side and are not a bad job (easier than the lower).