Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Tl *- the contact stated that while making a right turn he heard a cracking noise in his vehicle. While checking his vehicle he noticed a lot of grease coming out of the right front wheel. The same day the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic (not a dealership) and the mechanic stated that the problem was with his lower ball joint. That opinion, he then contacted the manufacture and they advised him to take the vehicle to a certified dealer and get a diagnosis on vehicle. When he took it to his local dealership on 12-02-06 they stated that the right front axle joint was damage. As well as this problem the contact experience a problem with the speedometer on 11-26-06. The speedometer was not working properly, the speedometer does not move when accelerating. The contact has also stated that he has a copy of the diagnosis.