Does anyone know how I can get off the tie-rod ends without breaking anything or the use of an air gun, Iv removed the bolts but cant get the tie-rod off the spindle.
Or if you have clearance, you can use a tie rod puller (or pitman puller if it fits). I think I used a pickle fork since I was replacing them last time.
If using a hammer, I recommend keeping the tie rod bolt on a few turns. This will keep the spindle and tie rod connected when it breaks free (so parts dont fly apart).
I have always used a pickle fork......the last time I was using the fork on a balljoint, and I beat the hell out of it, but it would not break free. I went out and bought a 4lb hammer so I could hit it harder.....it broke free with about 3 hits using the heavier hammer.
If using a hammer, I recommend keeping the tie rod bolt on a few turns. This will keep the spindle and tie rod connected when it breaks free (so parts dont fly apart).
A little off topic, but that is actually sage advice whenever swinging a hammer anywhere near a threaded stud. Always thread the nuts on. Nothing will slow a project down like repairing threads you just whacked with a hammer.