Ball Joint Work, Couple of Questions?

[Henry Suarez]

I have to replace my rack and pinion...AGAIN! so I figured I'd replace all my ball joints while I was at it.

1- Do I have to remove the half shafts on the 4x4 to remove and replace the lower ball joints?

2- Can somebody send me a pic of a ball joint removal tool and do they lend them out at AdvanceAuto Parts or will Harbor Freight sell them?

3- Might replace shocks..Any suggestions (looking for a solid performing ride, comfort is second)?

Thanks!!

 

[Jeffksf B]

No need to mess with the half shafts

it's the big c-clamp type device both harbor frieght and Advance will have them

Shocks? Whatever is on sale

do search about shocks for more info.

 

[Gavin Allan]

Good luck getting that damn ABS sensor out of there...:fire:

 

[Phil Frady]

Maybe this will help you:



Here are the links to YouTube on how to change them.

Back yard Bob:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0E90mZB_uM

Professional:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyNfaMK3dGI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA4GJWyyiBY&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4IPUUjKWBE&feature=related