opfor2
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Hello all, so what parts at a minimum should I replace on my 2011 4x4 Tahoe to get a reliable front-end refresh?
Front end refresh?
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inner and outer tie rods, upper and lower control arms, front dif mounts (if 4wd/awd), sway bar bushings/end links, shocks/struts, body mounts, hubs?
anything else is dependent upon the condition of the rack n pinion.
all that can get pretty expensive, best to have it checked and replace as needed.
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These refreshes are based upon mileage, and you did not state your mileage. If you are over 100k miles, it is time for a refresh. Unless you have noticeable play in any of the suspension components (damaged, worn, or missing bushings), I would recommend replacing the front shocks first, and then re-evaluate.
I mean it really depends.. you have not really stated the basis on why you think it is time for a refresh.
If you truck is ex-BP and high mileage I’m guessing inner/outer tie rods, uca’s, lca’s, ball joints to say the least.
If you truck is ex-BP and high mileage I’m guessing inner/outer tie rods, uca’s, lca’s, ball joints to say the least.
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petethepug
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10 years is about the timeline I would wait to refresh any vehicles front end. It it’s lowered and streeeesing the components more, cut it in half or 75% it. Heat, petroleum, friction and atmosphere kills rubber bushings, there’s no getting around it.
My 01 S10 x-cab is an original owner (grampa left me) with 39k miles. Perfect condition, never wrecked. Front end bushings? Uh, they’re a little loose but look dried up as Woolley mammoth scrōtems.
When new and perfect you only had to use the steering wheel to make turns. As bushings deteriorate you don’t notice you can’t let go of the wheel and have the vehicle drive straight.
As time passes you are retrained to correct the course of the vehicle like it’s an airplane venerable to air currents. Having any 10 year old vehicle with a complete front end refresh is a gift only to be explained by experiencing it.
My 01 S10 x-cab is an original owner (grampa left me) with 39k miles. Perfect condition, never wrecked. Front end bushings? Uh, they’re a little loose but look dried up as Woolley mammoth scrōtems.
When new and perfect you only had to use the steering wheel to make turns. As bushings deteriorate you don’t notice you can’t let go of the wheel and have the vehicle drive straight.
As time passes you are retrained to correct the course of the vehicle like it’s an airplane venerable to air currents. Having any 10 year old vehicle with a complete front end refresh is a gift only to be explained by experiencing it.
strutaeng
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Anything that fails a visual test, or the shake test.
It really depends on age and mileage, and how the vehicle was used. Wasn't your truck used formerly for a lot of off-road? That probably plays a factor here.
Lastly, replace all things that will affect alignment, unless you want to pay for alignments multiple times.
It really depends on age and mileage, and how the vehicle was used. Wasn't your truck used formerly for a lot of off-road? That probably plays a factor here.
Lastly, replace all things that will affect alignment, unless you want to pay for alignments multiple times.
