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Always buy name-brand steering components. These balljoints are from different manufacturers, but both are made in the good old USA.
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To diagnose a balljoint's health, perform the Inspection Tips listed above. If any slop is discovered, replace the joint.
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Loosen the swaybar endlink (if applicable).
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Remove the old joint's cotter pin and castellated nut.
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Separate the balljoint using a prybar or pickle fork. Then loosely reinsert the stud in the knuckle.
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Many shops use air chisels to remove balljoint rivets, but the do-it-yourselfer is better served with a drill. Service manuals normally give bit sizes appropriate for drilling out balljoint rivets without damaging the control arm.
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Remove the balljoint, pulling down on the control arm for clearance if necessary.
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Install the new balljoint?complete with grease fitting, rubber boot, castellated nut and cotter pin?using the hardware that came with it. Torque to factory spec.
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Lube the balljoint, wiping off any grease that spews out around the boot.
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