how do you separate the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle on a 2003 dodge ram 1500 4x4?
Jan 7, 2011 at 6:52 PM
steering knuckle removal on 2003 dodge 1500
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You need a ball joint remover to separate ball joints from the knuckle. You can loan it from places that rent out tools.
An unorthodox way is to use a bar and hammer to bang on the lower arm around the ball joint to loosen and remove.
The following link should be helpful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PjkfDp8mLE&feature=related
An unorthodox way is to use a bar and hammer to bang on the lower arm around the ball joint to loosen and remove.
The following link should be helpful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PjkfDp8mLE&feature=related
Jan 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM
I got it apart after using a pickle fork, an impact chisle, sledge hammer, etc and finally got it apart. The rust here in West Virginia is too much for me. I think I'll go back to New Mexico :)
Jan 8, 2011 at 7:39 PM
Some ball joints are stubborn, especially when it had not been touched for extended periods and coupled with rust, it can be a real nuisance.
Glad to know you have fixd the problem.
Have a nice day.
Jan 8, 2011 at 9:31 PM
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