replacing ball joints
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replacing ball joints
First off ,i know I need a manual,but just wanted a little info first.
I need to replace my ball joints. I have an 87 F150 4x4 with a 4" lift and 33' Yokohama tires. What I wanted to know ,was if the ball joints are pressed on or if they are threaded on? Also what are the chances that I can replace them without taking them off the vehicle, rust is obviously a factor here,but I was just wondering if it was possible to break them free leaving them installed as much as possible. Thanks for any help.
I need to replace my ball joints. I have an 87 F150 4x4 with a 4" lift and 33' Yokohama tires. What I wanted to know ,was if the ball joints are pressed on or if they are threaded on? Also what are the chances that I can replace them without taking them off the vehicle, rust is obviously a factor here,but I was just wondering if it was possible to break them free leaving them installed as much as possible. Thanks for any help.
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Yeah buddy! Have fun! I went to AutoZone and rented the Ball Joint Press tool. It was $100 rental fee, but I got that back when I took the tool back. It was definitely worth it! Make sure you have a BFH to smack the old ball joints out! It took me a min. to realize I really had to beat on them to release them. The new ball joints went in with no problems once I figured out the tool!
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get the tool it makes the assembly go quick. i changed all four ball joints and packed the wheel bearings in 6 hours. the included dealing with the rust factor on my 93 4x4. the steering was much easier once i got those rusty ball joints off and the pump doesnt howl so bad.
