1995 Nissan Truck lower ball joints

1995 NISSAN TRUCK
138,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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CHRISWOLPERT
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I'm having one heck of a time breaking loose the lower ball joints. I've been hammering away with a pickle fork and with no success. Should I be using a "press kit?" If so, do I have enough room to apply a press kit? What other suggestions do you have for breaking loose the ball joints? Also, in order to remove the lower ball joint once it's broken loose, do I have to remove the drive shaft boot?
Oct 13, 2010 at 12:44 AM
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Oct 13, 2010 at 1:15 PM
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