FAQ for Ball Joint Repair
Q: How to remove the rivets from the upper ball joint?
A:
You can use a 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) drill to cut a 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) deep hole in the center of each rivet.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle retaining nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How to drill a hole in the rivets?
A:
You can drill a pilot hole in the lower ball joint rivets using a 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) drill to cut a 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) deep hole in the center of each rivet.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the upper ball joint retaining nuts?
A:
The recommended torque is 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: Which tool can we use to drill the rivet heads away?
A:
You can use a 12.7 mm (1/2 inch) drill.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the wheel speed sensor bracket and brake hose bracket mounting nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How to remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle?
A:
You need to place a block under the upper control arm to keep the control arm and the steering knuckle out of the way. Then you need to suspend the steering knuckle to prevent straining the brake line.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the lower ball joint retaining nuts?
A:
The recommended torque is 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
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