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C2 lower ball joints
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Chicago
C2 lower ball joints
Is there something I am missing attempting to remove the lower balljoint from the spindle? Upper released easily enough and I now have the lower control arm off the frame and on the bench.
I have tried using the pickle fork I used on the tie rod ends.....nothing yet...I guess 43 years of corrosion will do that!
I want to avoid the "get a bigger hammer" approach for the moment!
Thanks!
I have tried using the pickle fork I used on the tie rod ends.....nothing yet...I guess 43 years of corrosion will do that!
I want to avoid the "get a bigger hammer" approach for the moment!
Thanks!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 6,363
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From: Seattle Area WA
I like to use the U-clamp type ball joint remover for this job rather than the pickle fork. Seems to work much easier when combined with an impact gun. Should be able borrow/rent one from Autozone or O'Reileys or buy a cheap one at Harbor Freight.
Pro
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: West Palm Beach Florida
I recently had the same issue. I went to NAPA, where they loan you a tool (with a very high deposit, which they credit when you return the tool) and used the mammoth clamp type tool. It still took a lot of pressure, but they finally came out. Like you, I was shocked that the pickle fork wouldn't pop it out. I did use a bigger hammer, but even that didn't work. Hopefully you are wearing safety glasses, those little flying slivers can mess up your day.
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Chicago
I recently had the same issue. I went to NAPA, where they loan you a tool (with a very high deposit, which they credit when you return the tool) and used the mammoth clamp type tool. It still took a lot of pressure, but they finally came out. Like you, I was shocked that the pickle fork wouldn't pop it out. I did use a bigger hammer, but even that didn't work. Hopefully you are wearing safety glasses, those little flying slivers can mess up your day.
Best,
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 1,552
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From: Lake Villa Illinois
St. Jude Donor '14
I just did mine last week. I bought a set of pickle forks, but they weren't fat enough. I had to slide a wrench in there as a shim. It took some beating, but finally came apart.
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Chicago
Thanks all for the suggestions.
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