My '82 Westy needs all four ball joints replaced. I bought the parts from
my import specialist FLAPS before checking the labor cost for installation.
Some shops won't install customer parts, but the ones that will say it's
about a 6 hour job, so about $300 labor. Has anyone had it done for less?
If so where?

I've done a lot of engine rebuilds and tranny swaps in my time, and I've
done struts and lower ball joints on Rabbits and Jettas, but never a front
ball joint replacement on a Vanagon. Has anyone done the job yourself? Are
special tools needed? Hydraulic press needed?

Thanks for any helpful advice offered.

Nick
Mendocino, California