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ball joint replacement

Old Apr 22, 2010 | 10:35 PM
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they seem confusing, my buddys gunna help me, and ive got a mitchels service manual
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 10:15 AM
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there is an insert that the upper ball joint goes in.. lift it up a little. u can do this with a chisel. also u need 2 tighten the lower ball joint 1st! dont forget!!! its a pretty easy job, ull do just fine, if u have any questions u can pm me and ill send u my number.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 11:43 AM
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ok thanks!!, might be hitting you up
 
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 04:21 PM
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OK, so I'm doing mine now. I'm having a hell of a time getting the shaft out. I've tried the power steering assist, that didn't work. also tried beating with a hammer, didn't work. also tried using a flywheel puller, that hasn't worked. any ideas anyone?
 
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Old Dec 10, 2011 | 08:39 PM
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google socket trick for the hub bearing unit to get it out
 
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Old Dec 11, 2011 | 04:01 PM
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ok. i got them out and replaced but the bolt ont he upper ball joint just spins when i try and tighten. any tips on tightening up the upper ball joints.
 
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