WTF does it take to get the idler arm loose from the tie rod?
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WTF does it take to get the idler arm loose from the tie rod?
I've been hammering, prying and every other clever thing I can think of to try to get this thing off. Problem is, I only have a rubber hammer and a ball joint fork. You think it would work if I used a metal hammer? What's the damn trick? I'm defeated here.
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You guys were right. I got a 4lb sledge and it worked. I was really frustrated. I had taken the idler off the bracket already just to make some progress but I had to put it back on and get it loose from the tie rod first. Otherwise there was too much give in it when I beat on it. I think I'll try a pitman arm puller next time. I want to replace the pitman arm without damaging the rubber on the steering box.
Thanks again guys. By the way, i love my new Eastwing sledge. USA!
Thanks again guys. By the way, i love my new Eastwing sledge. USA!
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