front end tools

1991 TOYOTA PICKUP
220 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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EASY
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I replaced the upper balljoints and the shocks on my truck,that helped but it is still a bit bone rattling,I realize now that I should have done the lowers at the same time, I would like to replace the lowers,but if I use a fork I will ruin the good upper pair,Question: Can
anyone suggest a decent economical set of front end pullers? Thank you ,Easy
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Dec 22, 2010 at 3:51 AM
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HONDAMIKE
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Use some white grease on the pickle-fork. This will keep the boot from tearing.
Dec 22, 2010 at 5:30 AM
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Thankyou Mike,I see how that could work, you have used this method with success I take it?
Dec 22, 2010 at 6:53 PM
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HONDAMIKE
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I have rebuilt many front ends over the years and it works. Can be a little messy, but it saves the boots.
Dec 22, 2010 at 7:20 PM
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Thank you very much Mike,I appreciate it.
Easy
Dec 23, 2010 at 5:21 AM
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