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Old Jan 24, 2013 | 01:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Scottd
Do you have an air compressor? Do you want to make this an easy job? Do you have about 75 bucks to invest in cheap tools?
1) HF pneumatic hammer gun
2) pickle-fork for above tool. (I got the craftsman combo kit for about 45 bucks)

Those joints will split in about 15 seconds. No worry about smashing your knuckles, swinging a hammer in enclosed spaces, knocking over your beer with said hammer......
I have one of those as well. Another problem with using any sort of pickle fork whether you're swinging a hammer or using air is you'll destroy the boot. Sure, not a big deal if you're replacing the joint, but lets say you're just trying to get the oil pan off.

Originally Posted by REELAV8R
I didn't even know there was such a tool. Very cool. Looking around a little I found you can buy an entire front end service kit. Front end suspension stuff has always been problamatic due to difficult dis-assembly. this kit would make it a lot easier.
Do it. Buy it. You won't regret it. I used to dread doing front end work. But having that one simple tool makes a world of difference. I could pop every joint loose under there in 10-15 minutes if I wanted to.
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Old Feb 2, 2013 | 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Learning_Curve
I borrowed this tool from work and actually managed to break the cross pin while seperating the ball joints from the control arm.
This one does it all... AKA OTC #HC643...

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sps-73119/overview/

Removed the entire front end off my car yesterday with it.

Sweet tool.
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