Suspension Questions

[GSXRMIXXER]

im trying to remove my tie rods from the spindles and they wont budge! i had the same problem with the lower control arms but with some penetrating oil and some 5lb persuation they came loose. i even tried using a ball joint seperator but dont wanna ruin the joints. is there a secret i don't know or is my suspension rotten stuck? my car is an original california car with zero rust, i don't understand

my second question is what size is the nut that holds the rear shocks in place? (the ones behind the access hole in the rear) fine thead......? thanks guys

FYI: i oiled and beat the tie rod ends like a cheap Tijuana hooker! and nothing!

 

[Aryan15]

Put a nut on the end of it and smack it with a mallet. Be careful not to use the castle nut or turn it around.

 

[stang&2Birds]

Heat. I use MAPP gas with a flexible hose.

 

[Mr Grim]

Take a beatin' iron (large hammer) and smack the spindle where the tie-rod connects. Just a good, solid whack....don't hit it like you are trying to break it. This "shocks" the metal and should cause it to release the tie-rod. Then put the castle nut on loose and give it a bump.

 

[4G-KDMP]

use heat.

 

[GSXRMIXXER]

do you think a heat gun will loosen it up at all or do i need a torch? i beat that thing every which way! im gonna put some more penetrating lubricant on tonight and give it a shot in the morning.

 

[4G-KDMP]

do you think a heat gun will loosen it up at all or do i need a torch? i beat that thing every which way! im gonna put some more penetrating lubricant on tonight and give it a shot in the morning.

use a torch if you can.