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Old 10-13-2003, 08:15 PM   #1
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disc brake swap question

I just bought disc brakes off of a `71 1/2 ton and they gave me the a-arms too. are the ball joints the same for my 68 and the 71 or do I have to change them?
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Old 10-13-2003, 08:20 PM   #2
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Not the same. You need to use '71-'72 ball joints.
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Old 10-13-2003, 08:24 PM   #3
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Yup, you will need tierod assys also......& possibly the centerlink. Good luck,crazyL`
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Old 10-13-2003, 09:30 PM   #4
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thanks guys. i was afraid of that
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Old 10-13-2003, 11:40 PM   #5
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good luck!
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Old 10-14-2003, 05:41 PM   #6
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will the 71` a-arms fit my truck? i was given those too.
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Old 10-14-2003, 05:44 PM   #7
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Yes,
Just be careful removing the springs on your truck.
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Old 10-14-2003, 05:48 PM   #8
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thanks matt, i always chain the springs so they don`t shoot out. also, how do i know if the upper and lower shafts are worn out?
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Old 10-14-2003, 06:01 PM   #9
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yes, the 71 a arms will bolt right on. The bottoms are different than your 68's , in the steer stop location, The top arms do not need to be changed(just bolt the later ball joints in). as far as bushings/shafts, if you feel any looseness at all , replace them. The good thing about the bushings on the 67-72s , is that if you keep them greased.......they are good for about a 1/4 million miles! most of the orig owners did not grease them tho..... crazyL
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