JamesE 5 Posted April 25, 2013 As my car is getting painted I thought I'd start obtaining parts which were highlighted at the last MOT. One of the things was 'front suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint' I'm presuming this means a wishbone? If so, am I better off replacing a pair? Look to be about £90 on eBay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,002 Posted April 25, 2013 Could be the wishbone balljoint is dying, or could be that the hub where the balljoint pin is clamped is loose and/or ovalled. Some cheap wishbones are pretty lousy quality wise with bushes and - more problemsome as they're not easily replaced - balljoints that last worryingly short amount of time. Historically, Motaquip were the ones to get, but they're no longer made as I understand and recently I've heard of rather too many recent Motaquip 'bones failing in a short space of time as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesE 5 Posted April 25, 2013 Sorry I'm a mechanical numpty - if it's ovaled does that mean a new hub? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,002 Posted April 25, 2013 Replacement or getting someone like Bridgecraft to machine and repair. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesE 5 Posted April 25, 2013 Ok cheers, think I better let someone have a look first Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starky5 18 Posted May 3, 2013 Probably a silly question but is there an easy way to check your hub? Is it just a case of measuring around? I'm about to press some need wheel bearings in so wouldn't mind checking my hub first! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
