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Replacing lower front (straight) control arm .... it's stuck!!!

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Old 08-14-2005, 09:57 AM
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Default Replacing lower front (straight) control arm .... it's stuck!!!

I was able to remove its attachment point at the frame, shock and to the bar that holds the torsion bar in place. However, the part that sticks through the suspension tower is stuck. I've beaten on it like it owes me money and nothing. Also tried to "lever" it out from the support. No dice. Any ideas?

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<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/24433/ball_joint_removal.jpg"></center><p>Usually hitting the outer shell of the ball joint will break it loose. Otherwise try a pickle fork or ball joint puller.
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yep, pickle fork will pop it right out. I assume you are installing a new one, don't do this if not
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Neighbor saw me struggling and let me borrow his pickle fork. Now no groaning turning car!
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