In a message dated 10/31/04 5:18:48 PM, rdh24@CORNELL.EDU writes:

<< Upper ball joints -- how the heck do you get these suckers out of
the steering knuckle? >>

Robert,

I am not certain how well this will work with the steering knuckle in place,
but the upper ball joint can be freed easily with a smart blow to the stud.  I
use a 2 lb. hammer and a piece of 1'' brass round bar stock for a drift and I
give the stud a pop.  The taper fit releases instantly.

Save the pickle fork for roasting marshmallows; I'm not a fan of pickle forks
even for tierod ends.

George