What tools do you need for ball joints?
What tools will I need for a press-in ball joint replacement?
- Ball joint press kit (including C-clamp and adapters)
- Socket, ratchet, torque, and extension wrenches.
- Socket air tools.
- Ball joint separator (also known as a pickle fork)
- Needle nose pliers.
- Screwdrivers.
- Tire iron.
- Side cutters.
What are the symptoms of bad ball joints?
What’s a ball joint? A quick refresher
- Clunky or squeaky noises.
- Drifting to the side.
- Loose or shaky steering.
- Uneven tyre wear.
Will pickle fork damage ball joint?
If you are replacing the joint, then it really won’t matter. To use a pickle fork, simply slide it between the spindle and the control arm as tight as you can and then hit the free end with a hammer. When using the pickle fork, the tines go between the boot and the spindle. These will destroy the boot, so be aware.
Do you need a press to replace U joints?
Some people will tell you that you’ll need a hydraulic press in order to replace U-joints—those people are wrong. The truth is that with a few sockets you probably already have in the toolbox, a hammer, and a basic bench vise, you can easily knock out worn U-joints and wrap up the repair as an afternoon project.
What is a ball joint service kit?
Ball Joint Service Kit. Removes and installs press-fit parts such as ball joints, universal joints, and truck brake anchor pins.
What is ball joint removal tool?
Ball joint installer and remover tools are useful for replacing the linkages that connect a control arm to a wheel hub. These joints are designed to stand up to impact when a vehicle travels over bumps in the road or potholes and sustain pressure as the vehicle starts or stops moving.
What is a ball joint press?
A ball joint press is used to remove the ball joints from a control arm that was pressed in from the manufacturer. Most aftermarket ball joints are bolt-on designs that replace the pressed-in ball joint. There are some aftermarket ball joints that are similar to the original manufactured equipment that is pressed in.
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