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Old 05-08-2010, 02:57 PM
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Ball-Joint NooB Question.....

Already got the old struts reomoved and the steering knuckle assembly removed. Any tips BEFORE I start beating on the old ball joint? I'm really concerned about egging/warping my control arm! Any hints would be appreciated......

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Re: Ball-Joint NooB Question.....

your changing the ball joint? it needs to be pressed out. you can get a tool cheap, or rent one at most parts stores

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Re: Ball-Joint NooB Question.....

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your changing the ball joint? it needs to be pressed out. you can get a tool cheap, or rent one at most parts stores
I was gonna rent the tool anyways for installation, but my Ball-joint NOOB self didn't realize you could use it for removal as well.. Thanks!

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