what is the best way to remove a ball joint without the tool? |
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what is the best way to remove a ball joint without the tool? |
tazz9924 |
Jul 28 2017, 04:10 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 703 Joined: 31-May 15 From: Mooresville NC Member No.: 18,779 Region Association: None |
as the title states what is the best way to remove the ball joint from the control arm with out the proper tool?
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theer |
Jul 28 2017, 04:34 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 675 Joined: 31-July 15 From: Dover, MA Member No.: 19,014 Region Association: North East States |
Try heating the housing (with a torch) then hold one hammer on one side and hit the opposite side with a second hammer. If there isn't too much rust, the combination of expansion from heat and vibration MIGHT cause the shaft to pop out.
Then go to AZ and rent the removal tool. Good luck! |
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