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 did it on my own. Thought it would be cool to share what I did and maybe help some others. I think the dealership wants upwards of 700 to a thousand bucks, but you can buy the full kit on ebay for $125 delivered and do it yourself!

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[shooter10073]

how can u tell the shocks on the truck going bad i have a 02 dodge ram 1500 can some body let me know thanks

[digitalbruce]

Hey Shooter,

I usually push down on either the front end or the back end of the vehicle. It should be hard to push it down and there should be very little rebound. Also, check for leaking oil coming out of the shock itself.

[superbuford69]

Great video!! I have an '02 Dodge Ram and I'm having trouble finding the right tools. The kit that I got from AutoZone only has 3 drivers that are the same length. Where did you get the C-clamp with attachments?

[digitalbruce]

I got the kit from Advance Auto parts, not sure you have one in your area. You can see the p/n on the kit I use, maybe that will help?

[jimhaas3]

Real good video, Buddy, and very informative. I'm facing this issue this week. (Kinda hard to hear you over the radio sometimes...)

[digitalbruce]

@jimhaas3

Cool, hope it helps! Sorry about the radio, I actually did the video thinking it would suck and I would not post it, but overall I am hoping it can be of some help.

[dtru11]

Cool hearing some classic Newsboys in the background.

[chrism2047]

good video thanks for the help.

[hotrod7687]

Excellent vid!! I have to do the lowers on mine later this week and this was a big help.

[Abby391641]

What was your total time on this project. I plan on doing my ball joints on my 2001. 201,000 miles i figure it needs them

[DodgeMan360]

Hey man, do you know if the 06-08 rams have the same shock and spring setup? I think my 08 may have struts,

[justincampbell1]

I've got an 03 that I'm about to change the balljoints & tierod ends, and I haven't found a lot of  reference material out there either, so I appreciate the upload. Gives me a good start at what I'm up against, for the lowers at least; looks like I'm going to get a ball joint puller! Thanks again