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82 GT · 02-19-2002, 04:10 PM

What is the best method to separate ball joints and tie rod ends?
I have heard of using ball joint forks, using a hammer and a twp prong puller. I don't think the hammer is a good choice.
I also heard that the lower ball joints on 79-93 mustangs are not replaceable unless you replace the whole control arms. Is that true? I want to use the best tool that won't damage anything in case I can use those parts again.

02-19-2002, 04:10 PM	#1
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	separating ball joints and tie rod ends...best way? What is the best method to separate ball joints and tie rod ends? I have heard of using ball joint forks, using a hammer and a twp prong puller. I don't think the hammer is a good choice. I also heard that the lower ball joints on 79-93 mustangs are not replaceable unless you replace the whole control arms. Is that true? I want to use the best tool that won't damage anything in case I can use those parts again. __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.