Ball Joints: Removal
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- Remove spindle. See SPINDLE
. Install spindle in a vise. Remove snap ring from lower ball joint.CAUTION: When replacing ball joint, DO NOT heat ball joint or spindle.
- Using the "C" Frame and Screw (T74P-4635-C) and suitable receiver cup, remove the lower ball joint from the front wheel spindle. Install "C" frame and screw onto upper ball joint with forcing screw going through lower ball joint bore. See Fig 1 . Remove upper ball joint.