The inside edge of my tires have worn down and I get a loud pop when I turn and go over a bump (like at the end of the driveway), so I am heading out to change the ball joints. Any tips?
Off to do the balljoints... Any tips?
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So, I just noticed that my balljoints have neither grease fittings or wear indicators( that I can see) All they have is what looks like a rivet in place. Or, is that the wear indicator, and they are just that worn 
94_Teal_GT
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To answer the first part of you question, borrow/rent/buy the right tools for the job
Ball joint press kit $19.99 Note: If you decide to buy that kit, you will have to print that internet price or they will charge you $39.99 for the kit at the store.
This should be available from Harbor Freight as well. I paid under $10.00 for mine.
I'm just not a fan of using a BF hammer when the right tools are so cheap. Do not remove the nut completely, that way when you use the pitman are seperator the suspension doesn't fly apart.
Ball joint press kit $19.99 Note: If you decide to buy that kit, you will have to print that internet price or they will charge you $39.99 for the kit at the store.
This should be available from Harbor Freight as well. I paid under $10.00 for mine.
I'm just not a fan of using a BF hammer when the right tools are so cheap. Do not remove the nut completely, that way when you use the pitman are seperator the suspension doesn't fly apart.
DMAN302
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Here's a great and quick little read I keep in my favorites.
http://members.shaw.ca/Notchmustang/Balljoint.html
http://members.shaw.ca/Notchmustang/Balljoint.html
Well, I decided to hold off until tommorow. I think I am gonna change the springs at the same time. I just can't get them until Monday.
--What are the odds I will be able to get a decent alignment using FMS-B springs on an otherwise stock suspension?
Thank you DMAN, I had seen that site years ago and forgotten about it.
--What are the odds I will be able to get a decent alignment using FMS-B springs on an otherwise stock suspension?
Thank you DMAN, I had seen that site years ago and forgotten about it.
Paully's5.0
Founding Member
Somthing I found useful, when you are putting on your new rubber boot around the ball joint, make sure you pick up a piece of 2" round exhaust pipe, I found an adaptor for $1-$2 at the local hardware/autoparts store that did the trick. Place this pipe around the rubber boot and it will allow you to use a mallet to carefully put the boot on. This ensures that it goes on evenly and you won't rip the boot in the process.
Shakerhood
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