- place the lower ball joint in the press
- place the upper ball joint in the press
- PRESS the lower ball joint until it is flush with the knuckle
- Remove the lower ball joint from the press
- Install the new lower ball joint into the knuckle
- PRESS the upper ball joint until it is flush with the knuckle
- Remove the upper ball joint from the press
- Install the new upper ball joint into the knuckle
CONTENTS
- 1 How to remove and install ball joints without a press using only a floor jack and hammer
- 2 Ball joint (Lower) replacement without a press tool kit
- 3 How do you lower a ball joint without a press?
- 4 Can you install a ball joint without a press?
- 5 What can I use to press a ball joint?
- 6 Can you hammer a lower ball joint in?
- 7 FAQ
How to remove and install ball joints without a press using only a floor jack and hammer
Ball joint (Lower) replacement without a press tool kit
How do you lower a ball joint without a press?
There are a few ways to lower a ball joint without a press. One way is to use a hammer and chisel to gently tap the ball joint out of its socket. Another way is to use a pry bar to pry the ball joint out of its socket.
Can you install a ball joint without a press?
No, you cannot install a ball joint without a press. A press is needed to press the old joint out and the new joint in.
What can I use to press a ball joint?
There are a few different ways that you can press a ball joint. You can either use a hydraulic press, a hand press, or a hammer and chisel.
If you have access to a hydraulic press, that is probably the easiest way to press a ball joint. Just place the ball joint in the press and pump the handle until the ball joint pops out.
If you don’t have a hydraulic press, you can try using a hand press. This is a little more difficult, but it can be done. Place the ball joint in the press and squeeze the handles together until the ball joint pops out.
If you don’t have a press or a hand press, you can try using a hammer and chisel. Just place the chisel on the ball joint and hit it with the hammer until the ball joint pops out.
Can you hammer a lower ball joint in?
Yes, you can hammer a lower ball joint in if it is the correct size and you have a good fit. Make sure to wear safety glasses and use a hammer that is the correct size and weight for the job. Start by gently tapping the ball joint into place with the hammer. Once it is started, you can increase the force of the blows until it is fully seated.