Noisy Steering

[Makikun]

lately my steering has been quite noisy. whenever i turn the wheel left or right, it sounds like i'm opening an old squeaky barn door . seems to happen after its rainy and wet outside. is it a ball joint? the steering isn't loose, it's still tight. i'm not sure what it could be... if it is a ball joint, what you think would be the price range if i took it to a shop?

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

your generation of ranger is somewhat notorious for ball joints becoming noisy.

best bet for an accurate quote is to just stop by a local shop and get a quote.