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Old Jul 15, 2010 | 05:18 PM
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Balljoint Replacement 99 Explorer

I thought I'd throw this video I made last weekend out there for anyone who might be thinking about replacing them themselves trying to save a couple hundred bucks, but is intimidated by the job, Its easier than you think, and to all those seasoned veterans please chime in with your tips and tricks!

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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 01:57 PM
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Cool video. Very informative for a first time DIYer wanting to know how to change one. Good job.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 06:09 PM
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Son will be doing 2 front ends this weekend, timely video, now I wont have to attend and supervise...
 
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Old Jul 19, 2010 | 05:16 PM
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Thanks guys glad I could be of help!
 
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Old Jul 20, 2010 | 10:06 AM
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Most excellent. There a lots of posts that talk about this, and they really help, but a video like this is priceless ! Thanks. Looking forward to more videos ! From Paul B in Toronto.
 
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Old Jul 30, 2010 | 11:30 PM
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Thanks Paul, the explorer should be good for a while, but I also have a 97 Ranger that is in need of brake lines and a new rear catylitic converter/tailpipe flange, ill try to get something taped for ya...... you can browse some of my previous videos on my channel over at youtube, just search my user name "croom9"
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 02:13 AM
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Oh and just thought id stop back here and throw this one out there, just heard a new tip here on the forums..........freezing the new balljoints in your freezer the night before makes them easier to start when putting them in.
 
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