got some new tires put on and they said my ball joints were beyond shot. gave me an estimate of 1200 to fix. thats just not going to work. so... anyone have some tips or know of a write up on changing these. they told me id have to get them pressed back in but a friend was saying you can buy some that just bolt back on. ever heard of this? i need some good brand names and possibly a list of "special" tools i might need. thanks in advance

 

Lower Ball Joint Replacement (Torsion Bar Suspension)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the lower control arm.
4. Place the lower control arm in a bench vice.
5. Using a chisel, remove the 4 securing crimps from the ball joint body, the 15 series only.
6. Using a press, remove the ball joint from the lower control arm.

Installation Procedure

Important: Use the outer flange of the ball joint in order to press the ball joint into place.

1. Install the new ball joint using a press.
2. Place the lower control arm in a bench vice.
3. Using a punch, install 4 crimps to the ball joint. Use the replaced ball joint as a reference, the 15-series only.
4. Install the lower control arm.
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Remove the safety stands.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Verify the wheel alignment.

 

were these the ones your friend was talking about?

Cognito Motorsports