I have everything off but that pesky pin holding the bucket one to the front end
how the H do you get that out.

 

why can't I post? the account is active for privet I just won't to know the answer to my question!

 

Which part are you talking about?

 

Are you talking about this one?

 

yes I need to replace it

 

Sorry I couldn't get back sooner but had to run out. What year and model is yours,, e150, 250 ,, 350?

 

I got the bolt out of the side and it still won't move I have a c clamp pushing up one it and wd40 just pores threw I'm going to try a torch next unless you have a better idea

 

I was going to post a diagram from my manual but since you got the bolt out you wont need that.. There is a special tool for removing them but I didn't see a pic of it in my manual.
I am not sure hot to get them out if they are stuck but am interesting in learning because I want to install new king pins and bushings soon on my 88 e150.

 

You mentioned clamp.. Is it one of these ball joint tools that you can get as a loaner tool at the parts store?


I have read to try to push it up instead of down.. Tighten the clamp then hit the end of the clamp a few times.. Tighten the clamp down and repeat..

Some seem to have success with a air hammer/chisels using a blunt tip punch.

As to heating. everything I read is to be careful and not overheat the I-beam part.
One post said to try not to overheat the pin itself so start with a little heat.

Another trick I read was to heat it just a little and use a grease gun and try to force some grease in the fittings. To me though, I would think that the pins are stuck in the I-beam and the grease fittings only grease the spindle.

 

Can we please get a moderator in here to fix the spelling of the thread title?
I keep bouncing between anger and laughter.

 

try mixing acetone and trans fluid to make a penetrant