Upper ball joint removal...

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  1. rag9836

    rag9836 1972 Comet, 67K

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    What's the best way to remove the upper ball joint.

    It's riveted in.

    Any advice is appreciated.

    Thanks
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper

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    what he said...:thumbs2:
     
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    If the ball joint is worn out then the shaft bushings are on their last leg also. I always replace the whole upper control arm and be done with it.
     
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    What rthomas said. ^
     
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