Disc upgrade: Which ball joint would you separate?

[raycow]

Originally Posted by ldgn63

( I am assuming that you have to separate at least one of the ball joints unless you cut the spring out which wouldn’t help re-assembly)

Also, can I use the crosslink from the ’80 so I don’t have to buy tie rod adapter sleeves?

Actually, you don't have to separate any ball joints. I HATE to separate ball joints unless they need replacing. Put jackstands under the frame and a floor jack under the lower control arm near the shaft. Now unbolt the shaft from the crossmember and carefully let it down with the jack until the spring is free.

Yes, you can swap the center link and keep the stock tie rods.

Ray