Replacing Ball joints 98 2WD

[danh0ward]

Should I try this myself? Or just pay the 3 bills? I have access to all the tools I think I need and a lift but I'm not sure how long it will take or how bad I could mess it up. any tips would be greatly apreciated.

[BlazerLT]

Get a chilton repair manual before you do anything to your sspension.

Don't ever just "wing it"

[jimmybob]

isnt to hard 1.5 hr per side maybe if ya havent done it before
jack up lower control arm take tire off
take nut off ball joint
drill out rivet with 1/8th drill and pop head off with chisel
use ball jiont fork and hammer to seperate ball joint from nuckle
check control arms for cracks and install
may want to have realignment when done
oops dont for get to grease

[BlazerLT]

Nice guide.

This is not an easy job. Know what you are doing before you tackle it.

[danh0ward]

Ibought the repair book and I think I will try it myself. The parts are 40 bucks and a 100 deposit on the separator clamp from auto zone. I was quoted 250 by a couple of local shops. I'm all about saving $$$$$

[BlazerLT]

Very true.

Be careful, be patient and follow directions to the word.