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Old Apr 4, 2023
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Icon4 Clunking Noise from Driver side Front

Hey All,

I own a 94 B3000. Yesterday, I noticed a clunking sound that seems to be coming from the driver's side front wheel area. Although I'm unsure of the cause, I do know that the bushings don't look good.

If I take some pictures, would you be able to assist me in identifying the parts I need to order?

Thanks for your help in advance.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2023
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My '05 just started knocking occasionally over some bumps; LF, just like yours, 2 days ago.
Today, I unintentionally slid and chattered on an accumulation of sand/gravel at the base of a hill.
As I skidded sideways and the knocking was rapid and repeated.

I'm thinking ball joint or tie rod end as the knocking got rapid as the weight was temporarily removed by the wheel's hopping.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2023
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All,

I think I figured it out... I believe it's the wheel bearing. After I took off the wheel, check out these pictures... It's 2WD so I ordered a new bearing and seal but are there any other parts I should order? On the spindle, there's this piece that I cannot get off. Any recommendations short of using a hack saw?

Pictures of Bearing

Thanks!
 
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Mine was just a broken sway bar link.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2023
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How do I remove the stuck on bearing part that's right after the spindle threads?

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