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Preparing for SPL compression rod bushings...
I've searched the DIYs and how-to's, but I have one remaining question regarding this. For the ball joint side of the compression rod, do I need to have a ball joint removal tool, or will this thing pop out easily on its own? That portion of the how-to's seems to always be glossed over. Any advice is appreciated.
I've searched the DIYs and how-to's, but I have one remaining question regarding this. For the ball joint side of the compression rod, do I need to have a ball joint removal tool, or will this thing pop out easily on its own? That portion of the how-to's seems to always be glossed over. Any advice is appreciated.
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I've searched the DIYs and how-to's, but I have one remaining question regarding this. For the ball joint side of the compression rod, do I need to have a ball joint removal tool, or will this thing pop out easily on its own? That portion of the how-to's seems to always be glossed over. Any advice is appreciated.
The only ball joint you can replace is the one in the spindle/hub. That one is the one that connects to the forward lower control arm. A ball joint tool rental would be useful to press it in place.
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You can't replace the ball joint on the compression rod. Best option is to buy new compression rods, then press in better bushings. Same issue with the upper control arm (a-arm).
The only ball joint you can replace is the one in the spindle/hub. That one is the one that connects to the forward lower control arm. A ball joint tool rental would be useful to press it in place.
The only ball joint you can replace is the one in the spindle/hub. That one is the one that connects to the forward lower control arm. A ball joint tool rental would be useful to press it in place.