Anybody changed these, how easy is it to replace the front bottom ball joints, do you need a press to get the new ones in the arm ? ?

I presuming these are similar to S14a ones and my garage mechanic buddy, swapped them in situ using a socket to drift it out and also heating the arm, took an hour or so but can be done without a press.

Anybody changed these, how easy is it to replace the front bottom ball joints, do you need a press to get the new ones in the arm ? ?

 

I've not changed one of these on the zed before, but I have changed similar ball joints, and I have to say I would always plan for the worst case scenario, Lisa! It's definitely going to be a tight push fit in and out, so, personally, I'd take the whole lower arm off and get it to a garage and get the old one pressed out and the new pushed in - Trust me when I say these things can really bite you on the arse if you don't have the equipment to handle the worst case scenario!! It could cost you a lot more time and be a lot more hassle in the long run. Personally I've promised myself I'm going o invest in a nice 20ton Ebay press at some point int the future - At £130, it shouldn't take too many ball joint, bushing or bearing changes to make up its' cost. Especially when you're running 3 cars like myself!! ;)

 

Simon