Jul 30, 2019 | 08:23 PM

Siciliang35

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Ball joint removal correct tool

Advanced Auto doesn't have the right size in the rental kit. Harbor freight does.

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14 Piece Master Ball Joint Adapter Set

Jul 30, 2019 | 08:35 PM

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Jul 30, 2019 | 09:13 PM

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I usually take a mini sledge and whack the steering knuckle a few times and they pop out. Otherwise I use one of these style tools to put pressure on it then whack it with the mini sledge again. I've NEVER had this method fail.

Jul 30, 2019 | 10:48 PM

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How do you get the ball joints back on?

Jul 31, 2019 | 12:12 AM

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You'll need to make sure you have the conical washer. They just slide in and you torque them. Don't over think.

Jul 31, 2019 | 01:34 AM

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It was pretty quick with that harbor freight tool . Only problem I had is all those surprises. Compression rod bushing is bad and some other things I found