Hi everyone,
As the title states, I have a 1994 B4000 with 98k and tired front suspension I'm looking to refresh. I've been advised that at a minimum I should do ball joints, u-joints, possibly wheel bearings, most likely struts, and possibly tie rod/ends. What I am wondering is if anyone has any suggestions or guides as to which parts to buy? I know that I should go with MOOG parts, and that is my plan, and I have been looking at RockAuto and Summit for parts, but I just want to be sure that I buy all the right parts. In addition, I'm not sure if the truck has a lift or not; it looks taller than other Rangers I've seen, but I don't know.
Also, if anyone has any suggestions of other things that should be replaced while I've got everything apart, I'm all ears.

Thanks in advance!

 

Welcome to the forum

Ranger front suspension seen here: https://therangerstation.com/tech_li...spension.shtml

I would just check the lower ball joints and wheel bearings for play

But yes, if you replace the ball joints you should always replace the 4x4 axle u-joints at that time they are cheap

You have coil springs up front so no Struts
Shocks are a personal choice and you should get shocks for your vehicles use, if its a daily driver get shocks that give you a smooth ride

Tie rods last a long time on Rangers, check them for play but don't replace them just because.................

 

Rock Auto is a solid place to buy. Very reasonable prices and really quick shipping, and I haven't gotten the wrong part from them, yet *knock on wood*

My friend with an '05 4x4 says replacing the stock, non-adjustable camber bolts with adjustable camber bolts is a good idea; especially with a lift to get a good contact patch of rubber to the road.

They're a cheap part, and relatively easy to replace.

Here's what I'm talking about: