Allan Streib wrote: > So, the recent discussion of ball joint failure has me wondering, is > there a way to detect a worn ball joint before it fails? I have some > noises in the 300D front end but it seems to be right on the firewall > so I'm thinking it's the track rods. > > How would I check for worn ball joints, or other wear in the front > end?
With the wheel a little off the ground, you use a large (3 ft) screwdriver or prybar tip to the ground and the shaft under the wheel to apply upward pressure to the wheel with LOTS of leverage. If you feel play then the ball joint is worn. Some experience is require to know how much effort should be used and how much movement can be tolerated. Almost any experienced mechanic can test it for you in a few minutes. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
