Hershey Tire and Auto Repair provides Ball Joint Replacement services to Staunton, VA, Churchville, VA, Waynesboro, VA, and other surrounding areas.

Approx. Time: 120 Minutes  |   Price Range: Get Quote for Price

The Basics Behind Ball Joint Replacement Services at Hershey Tire and Auto Repair

The suspension system allows your tires to maintain constant contact with the road, especially on uneven surfaces like bumps and potholes. Ball joints are ball-and-socket joints located between the control arm and the steering knuckle. Ball joints act as the pivot point between the wheels and the rest of the suspension system. They are designed to allow for movement in two planes at once while providing ease of rotation in those planes. They allow a vehicle’s suspension system to move up or down while the wheels turn left or right. Vehicles with shocks have upper and lower ball joints, while many vehicles with struts have only lower ball joints. Some ball joints are load-bearing and will wear faster than normal ball joints. As an important suspension component, ball joints are designed to experience wear and tear, often in the form of friction. Like all suspension system components, ball joints have a maintenance schedule that can help prevent unexpected repairs or replacements.



Why Should You Have Ball Joint Replacement Services Performed at Hershey Tire and Auto Repair?

Upper and lower ball joints are designed to fit snugly inside a lubricated casing. If the casing loses lubrication, dries out, or the linkage becomes loose, wheel alignment may be affected. A loose ball joint can also result in suspension noise and uneven tire wear. Because ball joints act as the link between the wheels and other suspension components, a bad joint can conflict with normal steering capabilities. In extreme cases, a worn ball joint that fails may fall out of its casing and cause a collapse of the suspension system. Clunking sounds, poor handling, and unnatural pulling are all signs of bad ball joints. In some cases, ball joints may require replacements. If you plan on avoiding a ball joint failure, be sure to consult your owner’s manual for the maximum allowable wear on your suspension system’s ball joints. Our replacement ball joints will restore full functionality to your suspension system.

We proudly service the Ball Joint Replacement needs of customers in Staunton, VA, Churchville, VA, Waynesboro, VA, and surrounding areas.

Areas Served : Staunton, VA | Churchville, VA | Waynesboro, VA | and surrounding areas

Hershey Tire and Auto Repair in Staunton, VA

Hershey Tire and Auto Repair has served you with the Golden Rule in mind since 1961. Hershey Tire and Auto Repair offers the Staunton area's best selection of name brand tires and custom wheels at our friendly and knowledgeable tire and auto repair shop. For auto repair in Staunton, there's no better place to go. Customers from Staunton, VA, Churchville, VA, Waynesboro, VA, and surrounding areas bring their cars to us for fixing because they trust in our abilities and professionalism. We can handle everything from maintenance appointment to diesel engine repairs. Call us to schedule an appointment or stop into our shop anytime when you need complete automotive care. We're proud to be the leading tire dealer and auto repair shop in our region, offering top brands and a huge selection of tires at great prices. 

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Phone: (540) 886-3438
Fax: (540) 213-0281
Address: 624 N Augusta Street
Staunton, VA 24401

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(540) 886-3438
624 N. Augusta Street | Staunton, VA 24401
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