Suspension/ Ball joints

1994 HONDA PRELUDE
156,600 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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GINGY012
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I was wondering how i would change the lower ball joints on my car? Any helpful tips or tools without an air compressor i can use to make it easier?
May 30, 2011 at 1:38 AM
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CARADIODOC
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You need a ball joint press. There's nothing that requires compressed air. Air tools just make the job faster, that's all.
May 30, 2011 at 3:54 AM
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GINGY012
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to get the ball joint in or out?
May 30, 2011 at 10:36 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Both. It's a press-fit. If you understand the procedure, you can often borrow the tool from an auto parts store that borrows or rents them.
May 30, 2011 at 10:06 PM
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