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Old 04-13-2011, 01:02 PM   #1
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need help fast - storm coming and I am working outside

Can I take the upper and lower ball joints off without the spring expanding? I am doing both plus the outer ti rod ends, what order should I go, thanks!!!!
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Old 04-13-2011, 01:06 PM   #2
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Re: need help fast - storm coming and I am working outside

yep you can fill in the4 details

jack stand uinder truck
floor jack under A arm
pull wheel
loosen both upper and lower B nuts
BFH on the outside of the sindle to pop ball joints loose
remove B nuts
remove shock bolt
lower jack slowly until spring is unloaded
remove ball joints ( your going to need a press availble @ parts stores to borrow)
new ball joints
B Nuts back on
grease
then do tie rod

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Old 04-13-2011, 01:07 PM   #3
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Re: need help fast - storm coming and I am working outside

pm me a phone if you need help I'll walk you though it

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Old 04-13-2011, 01:13 PM   #4
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you are awesome, thank you
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Old 04-13-2011, 01:15 PM   #5
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Re: need help fast - storm coming and I am working outside

I think that did it, I may pm you still if I hit a road block but your instructions are great, thanks!
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