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Install the ball joint
into the a-arm

See fig 23

We used a hydraulic press
(see inset photo). At this
point you may want to take
your a-arms to have the ball
joints pressed in. But you
can use a large impact
socket and a hammer. Just
make sure you hit on the
outside edge of the ball
joint not the center area!
See fig.24

After the ball joint is
pushed in with the socket
and hammer, hit around
the outside edge making
sure it is in all the way.
See fig.25

Turn the a-arm over and
add the snap ring into place.
Snap ring pliers are easiest
but working it into place with
with a screwdriver will work.
Once the snap ring is in place
add the ball joint boot
(not shown)
See fig.26

Turn the relief toward the
center of the a-arm. This
is where the ball joint bolt
goes through. It is easier to
line it up now rather than later.
This photo also shows the
snap ring in place
See fig.27

Turn the a-arm over and add
the grease fitting. Having it face
the center of the a-arm will ease
greasing it after installation.
Now you are ready to install
the a-arms back into your car.
Remember to lube the ball
joints before you set the car
down off the jack stands.
See fig.28