How to separate lower ball joint?
04-16-2010, 07:13 PM
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How to separate lower ball joint?
I am in the process of installing Ground Force spindles on my 08 Silverado. I have everything apart except the lower ball joints. What is the secret to getting them separated? I thought a couple of whacks with a BFH would do the trick but they haven't budged.
04-16-2010, 07:53 PM
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I sure am. I just tried it again.
The upper popped right apart with a couple of hits from a ball peen. I tried that and a 4# hammer on the lower and it won't budge. I am hitting it on the flat spot right near the ball joint.
The upper popped right apart with a couple of hits from a ball peen. I tried that and a 4# hammer on the lower and it won't budge. I am hitting it on the flat spot right near the ball joint.
04-17-2010, 08:48 AM
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I just tried it again and it won't come loose. The nut is loose and backed off.
Does anyone know what the J-tool number is to separate the lower ball joint? Maybe I can find a deal on one.
Does anyone know what the J-tool number is to separate the lower ball joint? Maybe I can find a deal on one.
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I prefer a 10lb sledge for stubborn balljoints, but have had great luck with the picklefork. Just be careful with the placement of it and you wont rip the boot
04-17-2010, 03:32 PM
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