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Old 08-15-2006, 10:08 AM
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98 F150 lower ball joint replacment

I need to replace the RH lower ball joint on a '98 F150 2WD. The repair manual I have states the ball joint can't be replaced without replacing the entire control arm. I can't find the lower control arm for sale anywhere. I've found plenty of lower ball joints, but I still don't know how to remove the old ball joint. Anyone know how to unass the old joint?
 
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Old 08-15-2006, 06:51 PM
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They press out. You can beat them out but that is a PITA. Local "Autozone " auto parts stores in my area will lend you a c-clamp type press. The uppers are the ones that come with the arms.
 
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