Yes, it is true that the stock 3rd Gen Dodge front end components leave a lot to be desired…
Fortunately this is one area where the aftermarket has stepped up and and delivered excellent solutions. They're all
expensive but they work!
Both
Carli and
Dynatrac offer bullet-proof (greaseable & rebuildable) ball joints
Don Thuren makes an awesome track bar.
Solid Steel has their DSS Steering Stabilizer.
Spyntec and
Dynatrac make free-spin hub kits that replace the unit bearings with serviceable Timken bearings.
Mopar's 2008 steering upgrade is beefy and makes a huge difference in safety & steering performance.
Cheers
-Mark