Searched on this...but this is more specific.
I'm replacing all 4 ball joints, an idler arm, and pitman arm tomorrow on my 98 Blazer LT 4whl Dr.
I have a Haynes manual which isnt THAT great for it. Those of you who have both books, is the CHILTON any better? AutoZone didnt have it for me to check out.
OK HERES THE MAIN SHIT.
I have ALL parts, plus a pickle fork I've borrowed. I've read all the other common posts, best move seems to be using a chisel to remove the rivets on the original ball joints.
I'm leaving work in a few hours, and have access at work to ANY tool I could possibly need. Can you tell me any other tools that would be helpful to have so I don't need to come in again tomorrow to get one?
AGAIN replacing 4 BALL JOINTS - PITMAN ARM - IDLER ARM.
also - what is a decent size chisel for the job? havent seen the rivets yet.
PS - dealer wanted $1800 for the job. private shop wanted $700. I'm doing it for parts cost of around $200.
THANK YOU TO ANYONE THAT ASSISTS!