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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 05:40 PM
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In order to remove the upper,lower and tie rod balljoint what size pitman arm puller do you need to use ? Also in order to unload the joint what should I jack up the frame or LCA ? And after removal is alignment required ?
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 05:56 PM
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I dont know about the pitman arm puller, but I do know as long as the replacement equipment is of the exact length alignment isn't necessary.
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 07:08 AM
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 05:23 PM
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 05:25 PM
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You need 28mm and 32mm
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 05:28 PM
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the one i already have has a 27mm opening ??? is that too small ? Do I need another one 32mm regardless ?
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 08:45 PM
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Helms says you will need 28 and 32mm. Go to a local auto parts store and rent a ball joint removal kit.
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Old Mar 27, 2007 | 06:18 PM
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so with a 27mm and 32mm pitman arm puller i should be able to get the tie rod, upper and lower control arm balljoints correct ?
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