Ball joint replacement

[David]

Hello,

I'm replacing the lower ball joint on a 95 Honda Civic. What kind of
press do you need to do this. Can it be rented???

Any advice would be welcome.

Thanks

David

 

[Dave Dodson]

Can be done sans press. Lots of banging with big, heavy hammer to remove old
joint. Install using a large "C"-clamp and socket of sufficient diameter and
depth to allow new joint to seat in the arm.

Dave D

 

[David]

Thanks, I was almost about to do this, but I chickened out... I
bought a "Honda" part and paid them to remove and press in the new
one, thinking they had a press and special tools....

While I was waiting, I heard what sounded like lots of banging with a
big, heavy hammer coming from a corner of the shop where I couldn't
see.

I bought the Honda part because I have not liked the aftermarket ball
joints I've gotten for my Subaru. The rubber boots didn't fit over the
lip on the knuckle. Any experience with these for Honda? Are the OK?

I'll do it myself and press it next time.

I'm getting used to doing work on the Honda and like it. I've only had
Subaru's and my wife's car is a Civic.

Thanks again,

David