Creaky/popping front end noise? 07 EL

[bd1980]

Is this normal? When I back into my driveway with the wheels turned, I notice a creaking sometimes popping sound from the front suspension. Truck rides and drives great, straight down the road. Just wondering if I have an issue starting with mine or if this is normal. This is my first Expy and Ford truck since my 88 F150 years ago.

 

[montecarlo31]

swaybar bushing?

 

[Stoned06]

Swaybar bushing or end link would be my guess, but could be a ball joint too. End links would be more of a popping sound, the bushings usually get squeaky.

 

[bd1980]

Thank you. Maybe I'll try spraying the end links and see if there is a difference. I really don't feel like doing ball joints but I think I might have them checked out. I sometimes get an inconsistent slight vibration on the highway and maybe that's the culprit. I have nice Michelin's on there and want to keep them nice for a while.