Ball joints, tie rods, grease, etc

[leonhart]

Maybe I'll have to do some more research then. I don't really want it dripping all over and having to refill constantly.

A quick Google search turned up some high ratings for Lucas Oil Xtra Heavy Duty Grease (including for automotive despite the "Heavy Duty" in the name). Anyone used it on a Roadster?

[Nissanman]

There is a definite art in removing the ball joints from their respective arms.
I DO NOT recommend the notorious PICKLE FORK .
Use the cantilever press with the ball joint nut still on the stud but up at the top of the threads to prevent the stud bulging out under pressure.
Here is a picture of my toy set: -

Ball joint remover (Large).jpg

Here is the tool doing its thing (mock up): -

Ball Joint remover fitted.jpg

See how the stud nut is on the stud?
Don't leave it there, screw it hard up against the tool at the top of the stud to protect the stud from deformation.
You will probably need to tap the body of the suspension arm where the stud passes through with a hammer to assist in breaking the tapered parts apart.
Just keep winding the tool up and tapping and they will let go.
WITH A BANG probably so be prepared

[bikermike]

I found a previous discussion on grease:

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=28134

There are likely several others over the years if you search. Let us know what works for you.

Nissanman, I started using a tool like yours a few years ago and haven’t turned back.