Spraying a little penetrating fluid or WD40 at cable where it passes
through the grommet may help. The cable can get a little "stuck" at
that spot.

You've likely done this, but apply penetrating fluid to the tie rod
nuts and threads. If the outer ends are original, assume they'll be
seized onto the tie rod. OTOH, if you're rebuilding things, the entire
tie rod can be found new.

The Vanagon/EV forum gallery on thesamba.com should have lots of pics.
There should also be threads with pics of front end rebuilds.

There's mention in the archives of Pittman puller sizes for tie rod
ends and elsewhere. IMO, pressing the lower ball joint in/out is best
done by a shop. All they need is the knuckle with part still in it.
OR, one can rent the tools. Paul Guyzk (sp?) did a nice write on that.
Info should be in the archives.

Neil.

On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 6:42 AM, Robert Clemmer <n51219@comcast.net> wrote:

> This weekend I'm am going to rebuild the front suspension on my 91 2wd.
> I've been soaking the components in penetrating oil for two (2) weeks.

> Can anyone lend guidance on how to remove the cable without FUBAR'ing it?
> Any other words of wisdom/experience will be most appreciated as well.
>
>

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