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DorianB · 01-05-2013, 01:17 PM

I am putting the correct ball joint on finally (see picture)

And noticed that there is a lip on the ball joint on the right that does not seem to be there on the left one.

I am getting ready to press it in with a rented press and was wondering what to do about that. If I just mash it in won't that get cut off? It does not seem to come off just by trying to push it up the bolt.

**lolife99** · 01-05-2013, 02:08 PM

Take the rubber boot off.
Press the ball joint up thru the a-arm.
Install boot.
Install spindle.

DorianB · 01-05-2013, 02:09 PM

Woohoo! thanks!

DorianB · 01-05-2013, 03:14 PM

And it went on without a hitch! Thanks Keith!!!

dmw319 · 01-08-2013, 08:24 PM

How easily did your boot go on? I can't seem to get it to go around all sides of the ball joint!

I'm using moog parts... Tips?
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cableguy0 · 01-08-2013, 08:34 PM

The moog boots can be a total PITA but they dont fall off like some other brands. A socket or a piece of pipe the size of the lip on the boot will work with a hammer just be careful not to cut the boot. You can also do it with a large flat head screwdriver.

dmw319 · 01-08-2013, 10:51 PM

Thanks. I ended up using some channel locks and finally got them on!
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01-05-2013, 01:17 PM	#1
DorianB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Buford, Ga Posts: 205	lower ball joint install question I am putting the correct ball joint on finally (see picture) And noticed that there is a lip on the ball joint on the right that does not seem to be there on the left one. I am getting ready to press it in with a rented press and was wondering what to do about that. If I just mash it in won't that get cut off? It does not seem to come off just by trying to push it up the bolt. __________________ In my opinion, it works best to have the seat out so you have room to flop your body around while standing on your head. -ashx2

01-05-2013, 02:08 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: lower ball joint install question Take the rubber boot off. Press the ball joint up thru the a-arm. Install boot. Install spindle. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

01-05-2013, 02:09 PM	#3
DorianB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Buford, Ga Posts: 205	Re: lower ball joint install question Woohoo! thanks! __________________ In my opinion, it works best to have the seat out so you have room to flop your body around while standing on your head. -ashx2

01-05-2013, 03:14 PM	#4
DorianB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Buford, Ga Posts: 205	Re: lower ball joint install question And it went on without a hitch! Thanks Keith!!! __________________ In my opinion, it works best to have the seat out so you have room to flop your body around while standing on your head. -ashx2

01-08-2013, 08:24 PM	#5
dmw319 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 639	Re: lower ball joint install question How easily did your boot go on? I can't seem to get it to go around all sides of the ball joint! I'm using moog parts... Tips? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 Stepside My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528167

01-08-2013, 08:34 PM	#6
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: lower ball joint install question The moog boots can be a total PITA but they dont fall off like some other brands. A socket or a piece of pipe the size of the lip on the boot will work with a hammer just be careful not to cut the boot. You can also do it with a large flat head screwdriver. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

01-08-2013, 10:51 PM	#7
dmw319 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 639	Re: lower ball joint install question Thanks. I ended up using some channel locks and finally got them on! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Chevy C-10 Stepside My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528167



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