96 e-150 ball joints

[basshole]

brand new to this site,hope i can get some help. need to replace upper and lower ball joints in a i-beam suspension. a step-by-step would be greatly appreciated. my plan is to remove tie-rod end, loosen castle nut on lower, remove snap ring on same, loosen pinch bolt on top, and pound on steering knuckle till it drops free. then i would take it to a vice and push out the joints. in my NOVICE mind this makes sense, but would take any advice, tips, or tricks from your more experienced members. thanks.

[Airjer_]

Your on the right track. I would suggest getting ahold of a ball joint press. The ball joints need to be removed and installed into the knuckle in a certain order in order for the press to have the proper access to the joints. It will be self explanatory as you do it. They can usually be rented at a parts store.

[basshole]

thanks for the reply,Airjer...thought about renting one, but figgard i'd get by without it. guess i better just get one. don't want to show up at a gun fight with a pocket knife.