96 G voyager Ball joint replacement

[zander5]

I need to replace the ball joints on my 96 G voyager, do the ball joints need to be pressed out by a machine shop, or can I rent a tool to doo this and has anyone replaced them what are the best tips.

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zander5

[RIP]

The good book says to take the control arm to a shop and have the BJs pressed out and in.

[doratheexplorer]

Originally Posted by zander5

Do the ball joints need to be pressed out by a machine shop, or can I rent a tool to do this?

'95 Voyager: at 100K miles, I was able to press out using a 3 in 1 ball joint press. Luckily, the joint wasn't spot welded. I also needed a prybar to hold the control arm down and a pickle fork to separate the steering knuckle from the the control arm. You will need a good night sleep, a bowl of Wheaties, and two good arms and two good legs to get it done. A larger helper is a plus .