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skippy1999
06-08-2005, 08:20 AM
I want to powder coat a set.. and need to remove the ball joints from the arms.. whatz best method?

Colby@C&DRacing
06-08-2005, 09:35 AM
On the lower arm it is best to use a press. If you try to use a hammer and beat it out you will damage the inside of the joint. The upper balljoint does not come out

skippy1999
06-08-2005, 01:46 PM
thats kinda what i did, i used a ball joint remover for auto's.. guess im polishing the tops!

skippy1999
06-08-2005, 07:28 PM
anyone ever tried those ricky stator top arms? run about $220.00 for the tops.. and have removable joints..

Quinn01
06-09-2005, 07:03 AM
tie rod seperator......

skippy1999
06-09-2005, 01:42 PM
yeah, i know to use a pickle fork for the tie rod to hub separation.. but i was speaking of pulling the joints from the arms.. but im done.. thx