01-29-2009, 10:36 AM
Inside the top hole(upper ball joint) on the axle is an insert. It threads into the axle. When the ball joint is changed it is usualy changed too. It requires a special socket, one with four prongs on it. Tighten up the lower ball joint into the axle, then tighten up the insert untill its snug against the upper ball joint. Then put the upper nut on.
Be sure to check the insert for markings, some may have been changed to help with alignment. They have more off set, and can change caster and camber. If your old one has more offset you should reuse it. Always have the alignment checked after doing ball joints.
Another thing too look for, some times the post on the new lower ball joint is taller than the originals. I have had some ujoints hit the ball joint, contributing factor here is the inner spindle bearing. It wears out and lets the axle touch the ball joint. Just a thought.
Broncomatt
Be sure to check the insert for markings, some may have been changed to help with alignment. They have more off set, and can change caster and camber. If your old one has more offset you should reuse it. Always have the alignment checked after doing ball joints.
Another thing too look for, some times the post on the new lower ball joint is taller than the originals. I have had some ujoints hit the ball joint, contributing factor here is the inner spindle bearing. It wears out and lets the axle touch the ball joint. Just a thought.
Broncomatt
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