Just got off the phone with a local Ford dealer who was doing a cruise control repair on my '03 XLT Explorer (55K gentle miles) He said the mechanic observed lower ball joint wear on both sides and recommended replacement at a cost of $500+. He said failure to repair would cause uneven tire wear and eventually might cause axle breakage. He also said I should notice this wear and a clunking noise when I turn. To date the vehicle as performed very well with no vibration, wobble or uneven wear that I can tell. Should I take this to another shop or assume the mechanic is looking out after my safety and ok the repair? Any help is appreciated.
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16 years ago