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2003 Dodge Ram Lower Ball Joint Install

A video i made after work doing the lower ball joint on my truck. The ball joint kit i used was Snap-On 's Master Kit. That is one bad-ass Ball Joint press, and i'm ...

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Alex Perez commented on 29 Sep 2015

Haha I did mine faster then you and used autozone rental HAHA and did no cutting needed just shows shade tree mechanic wins this one haha

Alex Perez commented on 19 Oct 2015

+moncorp1 haha same here

moncorp1 commented on 19 Oct 2015

+Alex Perez ~ I too have used the free autozone press and it didn't take 2 other people to help me. This guy must be special. I didn't have a lift or an air gun either.

Ground Force lower kit 2011 Ram 1500 4x4

We installed the 2 inch front 3 inch rear lowering kit on this 2011 Ram 1500 4x4 (4wd). As you can see, the drop is dramatic. The tires do not rub.

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Scott Brand commented on 01 May 2013

I installed this same ground force kit {9984} on my 2011 Ram 1500 quad cab 4x4. It lowerd the back 3.5 inches and only lowerd the front .75 inches. Even after 100 miles of break in and having an alignment done. The truck looked higher in the front than the back. Ground force did not return my phone calls. After a week I took they're kit off my truck and tossed it in the local landfill {where it belongs} My ADVISE is to AVOID THIS KIT. unless you like throwing your money in the landfill.

adam spotts commented on 16 Jun 2013

Certain dodge models require an addition one inch block in the back to level it out. The truck is actually level but the body is designed with a slant. Groundforce does have a kit to fix that.

terrylittlejohn commented on 20 May 2013

I have a 2011 ram 4x4 reg cab and boxes, I want to lower it but every kit I search only go to 2010. I think you can only level the front not lower it. help if you can!

adam spotts commented on 16 Jun 2013

Give us a call at 1-800-278-8617 and we can help you get the kit you need.

john nhoj commented on 25 Sep 2013

better cornering... that is for sure !!! looks better too !!!!

adam spotts commented on 16 Jun 2013

Give us a call at 1-800-278-8617 and we can get you a price

Riley Brennan commented on 07 Apr 2013

How much for this drop and where can I get it

Dodge Ram 1500 Changing out Ball Joints Shocks and Tie Rods

The lower ball joints on the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 are pressed in and a bear to remove. Save some coin and do it yourself. I found no help via the internet and ...

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MONEYBAGS603 commented on 11 Dec 2014

damn no rust?? i have a 06 its very rusty here in nebraska

ConChimBayXa commented on 05 Jan 2015

every car will be rusty if you are from a snow area. im from California. and have not seen rust on my truck yet. and I got a 1997 dodge ram 1500.

How to Lower the Spare and Replace a Tire on a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 VERY clear instructions

Clear instructions focusing mainly on how to lower the spare on a Dodge Ram 1500 from 2010 (a 2-wheel drive, which only makes a small difference for jacking) ...

2001 Dodge Ram 1500 lower and upper balljoint replacement

2001 Dodge Ram 1500 lower and upper ball-joint replacement, 2 wheel drive, how to replace upper and lower ball joints on 2001 Dodge Ram 1500.

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steve1usmc1 commented on 14 Sep 2013

Just a point of interest: The original fasteners are rivets. Rivets are best removed by drilling thru the tail and not the head. On factory installation the rivet body expands as the tail is compressed and slightly mushrooms. Once you have drilled most of the center of the tail out (bit size +1 from hole size is best), a cold chisel can be used to remove the rest. Drill a little more in the center to relieve the tension of the rivet. Then you use a punch to push the rest of the rivet out.

evansclass1979 commented on 03 Aug 2012

I noticed on a 1997 Dodge Ram video, that the ball joints are not riveted in like they are on my 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 truck, so disregard my comment on the years 1994-2002, apparently a change to the suspension was made, so look to make sure. Perhaps its just years 2000-2002, all you have to do is look and you can tell whether yours are pressed in or riveted in. I assumed since the body style was the same, so would the suspension,

stanley smith commented on 17 Nov 2015

@ The Original (Muzzy) all the rivets have to be punched all the way out, as in all the way through of upper and lower control arms. You may have to use a mini sledge hammer and elbow grease to drive them out, also hit the arms on the sides to loosen/jiggle it free. If they're out, it will wiggle.

Randall W commented on 10 Aug 2013

Best way to do this is to use a cutting torch and cut the rivets out. Drilling these out is too slow. I've done a few of these. Just make sure to be careful not to cut into the control arms. Cutting them out only takes a few minutes instead of hours and hours. Plus you will still have your sanity.

Sean Hoover commented on 18 Feb 2013

14 hours to just remove the rivets is quite an investment in time. Wouldn't it be better to just replace the control arms with new (bolted) ball joints? At least the uppers, since they are a relatively easy to do (only $60 - $70 a side)

evansclass1979 commented on 03 Oct 2013

@mobyman, no I did not, but never done a diesel suspension before and not sure if its the same or not. If you follow my directions, you can get er done. Just have to be patient.

evansclass1979 commented on 14 Jun 2013

@Sean Hoover - No, I added it up which meant, it would have been more expensive. I forget the price difference, but I was determined to remove them.

The Original (Muzzy) commented on 17 Nov 2015

got all rivets out of the ball joints on 2001 dodge ram 2wd 1500 b UT everything is still well in place, help

Wrecked Dodge Ram Rebuild | Pt.1 | Seized lower control arm bushings | Cab corner replacement!

Stay tuned for part 2! Check out www.motinoautotv.com for some links to save $50 off of orders over $100 at Advanced Auto Parts!!! Thanks for watching!

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TheCityRider commented on 16 Aug 2015

awsome video, thats a lot of damage done! lol!

MotionAutoTv commented on 18 Aug 2015

+TheCityRider Thanks!

DSM_ IAN commented on 14 Aug 2015

Do you know any way to change an angle grinder blade without the special tool because I lost it lol, thanks!

MotionAutoTv commented on 14 Aug 2015

+DSM_ IAN You can use a big pair of pliers on them, thats what i do when i cant find the tool, or just grab it with my hand.

Neil Andrade commented on 13 Aug 2015

the part where you showed us how you used drilled by the spot welds to get to split the entire panel was very cool. i never knew that was how you would do it. Here in Jamaican they would beat that damage corner out the best they can then use the filler and mold it back into shape. Thank for always sharing the knowledge. Keep the Videos Coming!

MotionAutoTv commented on 14 Aug 2015

+Neil Andrade Your welcome Neil!

Ashy Gee commented on 11 Aug 2015

I learned a lot, great video. Keep it up.

MotionAutoTv commented on 13 Aug 2015

+Ashy Gee Thanks Ashy!

Matthew Fox commented on 11 Aug 2015

Your videos are strangely relaxing lol

MotionAutoTv commented on 13 Aug 2015

+Matthew Fox Thanks lol

XxK1LL3RxKING commented on 11 Aug 2015

What do u think about the Milwaukee m12 3/8 in impact wrench ? Would it be good for mechanic work ?

MotionAutoTv commented on 11 Aug 2015

+XxK1LL3RxKING YES!!!!

How to Speed Up the Galaxy Note 4

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kenniikalonji commented on 27 Sep 2015

my note 4 is a laggy piece of shit. i can barely send a damn text it's so frustrating.

Karsten Armstrong commented on 29 Sep 2015

+kenniikalonji I was just looking up videos on the Note 4, anything really. I also don't have that many apps on my phone at the moment, maybe that's why it's not too laggy?

kenniikalonji commented on 29 Sep 2015

+Karsten Armstrong why would you even be on a "how to speed up the galaxy note 4" video if you've never experienced lag as you say... i understand the whole fanboy thing but don't be in denial it doesn't help motivate the company to make better products.

Karsten Armstrong commented on 29 Sep 2015

+kenniikalonji To each their own! Best of luck in your smartphone adventures.

kenniikalonji commented on 29 Sep 2015

I'm on the latest firmware and have 2 other people at work with the note 4 as well with the same issues. I've checked youtube and there are a lot of users with the same issue. it seems that once you load too many apps on the phone it just destroys it. It's a samsung issue and people are complaining about it even on the s6 with it's superior octa core cpu. i'm honestly so fed up, i've disabled animations in transitions, freed up space... everything. i guess it's just a touchwize issue. think this will be the last time i buy from samsung and may join apple so i can actually send a text without lag.

Karsten Armstrong commented on 29 Sep 2015

+kenniikalonji Hmm. I'm currently using a Note 4 and I have not been experiencing any lag. Maybe you got a faulty device - contact Samsung and see if you can get a replacement. Also make sure you are on the latest software.

kenniikalonji commented on 29 Sep 2015

+Karsten Armstrong umm no. i'm a long time android user. I'm a tech person not a noob sir.my note 4 is a laggy piece of shit. just google "note 4 lagging" and you'll see.

Karsten Armstrong commented on 29 Sep 2015

+kenniikalonji You must've gotten some off brand Chinese knock off

kenniikalonji commented on 27 Sep 2015

+kenniikalonji my note 3 was faster wtf!

WEBROWN3 commented on 23 Jun 2015

How do I remove Touch Wiz from My Note 4?