Sway Bar End Links. How to replace them in the.... Rust Belt! Ford Explorer 2002-2005

Sway Bar End Links. How to replace them in the.... Rust Belt! Ford Explorer 2002-2005.
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[@brianturner914]

thank you for all your Explorer videos. The amount of rust is unbelievable.

[@FixingWithPassion]

Right!!!

[@kennycybertron1]

I followed your advice step-by-step replacing these and my sway bar bushings on my 2010 Ford Ranger and it was a breeze. Thank you for the simplified instructions. This is why I am a happy subscriber.

[@FixingWithPassion]

Yea!!!

[@atoiler1389]

One thing to be aware of… I replaced mine but I’d DIDN'T TIGHTEN THEM ENOUGH! Over time I began to notice an unusual ‘rattling’ whenever I drive over bumps or potholes. On hand inspection, there was still some amount of ‘play’ in the sway bars. I tightened them up a bit to the point where the bushings became ever so slightly squashed. That was exactly what was needed. No more rattles! No need to overtighten, but don’t be scared to lock them down a bit, so that you see the bushings start to begin ‘bulging out’. ’ Great video. Good tips on turning the wheels to allow access to either side.

[@rooster6717]

Great tutorial video.. keep them coming especially for the explorer. I must say you didnt speed thru it and gave good advice. Good job..

[@FixingWithPassion]

Thanks!

[@Runelnybx]

Great video !!! Changing front and rear this weekend.

[@gen157]

My sister just bought an 02 Explorer, and I can move the sway bar easily because the bushing are just gone. They don't exist anymore. Going to try putting them on today with my limited toolset. Thanks for the video. Simplified the job.

[@FixingWithPassion]

Nice!!

[@genemaverick5705]

They are easy to change out , I did it on my brothers 05 explorer !!

[@kevinwilson9589]

I got the kit, and didn't know how to get the old one off. Never thought about using a grinder. Thanks!

[@bionicsasquatch]

Thank's Nathan I like your Videos because I enjoy working on my car when I can and they are very informative cheers

[@FixingWithPassion]

My friend!

[@gloworm106]

I ended up here after using your video for changing the front upper ball joints on my '02 XLT. While doing that this past weekend, I noticed that both my sway bar links were hanging low and loose. When I looked closer, two out of four bushings were missing on one side and three out of four bushings were missing on the other! I wonder how long I've been driving around like this. I'll be using this video next weekend after getting new sway bar links. I appreciate all your detailed videos!

[@FixingWithPassion]

Nice!!!

[@gloworm106]

@@FixingWithPassion your experience was the other way (you changed sway bar links first then noticed bad ball joints lol)

[@garry1214]

Excellent Tutorial , easy to understand. Thanks

[@FixingWithPassion]

Word!

[@ladyt-cj4gg]

This ga girl is proud thank you

[@MegaCapri69]

Excellent video. 👍

[@genemaverick5705]

Those are easy to do !!!

[@FixingWithPassion]

Until you hit the wall!

[@sombut415]

Thank you kind sir for your time and knowledge...

[@FixingWithPassion]

Sweet!~~

[@verinb9]

U r the bomb for com! Ty for posting. THUMBS WAY UP! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@SCHARKBAIT11]

Good video thanks

[@theunexpectedmechanic4684]

Great video....love your channel!

[@FixingWithPassion]

JL Jenkins .....Thanks!

[@panmans]

good video! thanks

[@FixingWithPassion]

Great!~~

[@sroth8087]

Either mine broke off or I ran over the top part of someones else end bolt. Great video! I'm still taking mine to the mechanic. LOL!! Thanks again.

[@FixingWithPassion]

O my~!!!~

[@sroth8087]

updade: $50 done and done!@@FixingWithPassion

[@Clare.1985]

good video. You know you're missing break pads right? The rusted rotor and visual of missing pad gave it away lol thanks man

[@FixingWithPassion]

Yea, Its got new pad , rotors and tons of new stuff. I'm driving as of now. Still working out small bugs before I sell it.

[@Clare.1985]

It looks real good other than that. Probably just a bunch of small stuff. I have one with the 4.0 and 210,000 miles on it and climbing. My daily driver. The front end seems to go to crap on this things other than that I love it.

[@FixingWithPassion]

Yea beets monthly payments and high insurance!!

[@keithyoung7]

Excellent, however you completely compressed the bushings which will prevent them working properly. They should only be snugged. When I replaced mine the factory mechanic had made the same mistake.

[@FixingWithPassion]

Perhaps...but they still look like new today.

[@atoiler1389]

You MUST somewhat compress the bushings., or the link will rattle to no end, FYI. Agree that over compressing is to be avoided or will result in early bushing failure.

[@covid2771]

Why do you have so much rust? Is there a solution to this rust stuff ? I couldn't take that it would drive me nuts !!!! Love your clear videos

[@FixingWithPassion]

Yea live down south where there is no salt on roads. States should be sued for this assault on our autos.

[@sinbad541]

Thanks Man

[@FixingWithPassion]

;D

[@josearenas3848]

Is much better whit tne sawsaw from the top, whit not experiens can you get damage de chasis or get hurt, use a car jack to lift the disc went you instaling the nut torq 22 fot pounds

[@FixingWithPassion]

Yea.

[@brasstacks1790]

whew thats a lot of rust. i live in bama, theres no way in hell id buy something with that much rust underneath it. as soon as i see that, i know it came from the north and im not about to buy it. i didnt have to take my wheels off to replace the sway bar links, but i did need a grinder to get the old one out. my front bumper is already off so i just did it as it sat there.

[@bradbanks6274]

what was the point of this other than replacement? I have an 04 explorer that feels like the rear end is moving back and forth at higher speeds. Extremely dangerous to drive. I have replaced the upper ball joints but didnt seem to fix the issue. Any suggestions would be awesome! thanks!

[@mariocarrasco2330]

Gracias amigo

[@freddy32420]

Ty

[@smsjr36]

Nice explorer! Does it have a lift?

[@FixingWithPassion]

Not that I know of

[@juangaricia7461]

I would like to know how tie can by maximum I can or just a little bit thank you

[@danielbutler3933]

I have a question because im trying to do this same repair... I understand that you took the front wheels off for video purposes... Would this repair be the same if i keep the wheels on? Or what if i used ramps instead of jack stands so that i can be comfortably under the vehicle...

[@danielbutler3933]

Because on both sides of my vehicle the top ends of the links have both snapped off so my sway bar is already free arming... Like i can literally go underneath the vehicle and move the sway bar as you were once both bolts broke

[@atoiler1389]

Try it without using ramps or jacks. You should be able to do it as the sway bar itself will be fairly moveable. @@danielbutler3933

[@edwardcoleman8745]

Is that a locking nut on the top?

[@atoiler1389]

Yes

[@Logistican518]

$340, ugg, now I definitely need to get off the recliner and get dirty

[@ghostlyhunterz4216]

Said it was about 300 something dollars to have these replaced…why that much i don’t get it at all

[@sinbad541]

man stop with the grinder, get a metabo blade for your grinder, so much faster

[@FixingWithPassion]

I did!

[@pjhipp50]

FYI they're called stabilizer links. Also you use a cutoff wheel on the grinder. When giving information make it accurate. Also cut your stabilizer links in the middle for god sakes. Come on man

[@ohyeahthatsright3155]

3:54. Poor camera man