you might as well do the axle pivot bushings as well, but it is the radius arms doin the popping u have to tear the whole spring assembly aprt might as well do all of it i did every wear part but the steering box and springs for about 600$ the suspension parts werent but about $300 for the...
my book says use synthetic atf, i havent switched to better stuff yet but i have the same problem with it popping outta gear but mine is 2nd gear all others fine
had this happen in my 04' f-550 work truck only it was a standard. it would die just like u stated no radio,abs light, power windows quit. u could let it sit for maybe 5 min then get in and go for 7-8 miles would do it again . fleet mechanic said the alternator died and took the batteries...