Ball joint replacement

[josb612]

Curious what the consensus is to freeze the ball joints prior to install? (I didn't freeze mine but rather pressed them in with a huge ratchet with a cheater bar paying very close attention getting them started straight. I used spicer).

Only reason I ask is I just replaced upper, lower ball joints (passenger side was toast so I figured driver side was close behind), also swapped front axles with Revolution (come with Spicer u-joints), and while I was in there upgraded tie rod and drag link with Rockjock Currectlync HD (bought from Northridge 4x4).

After I completed all this work someone asked me if I froze the ball joints to make them go in a little easier.

http://www.northridge4x4.com/part/t...tlync-heavy-duty-tie-rod-and-drag-link-system​

I’ve done that with bearings for my dirt bikes and they almost dropped in

 

[Gunnersmate]

FYI save your old unit bearing great for making a tire carrier mount

 

[LONGJP2]

FYI save your old unit bearing great for making a tire carrier mount

Better yet, put in the outer half shaft and it might get you off the trail one day.

 

[DAW]

Is there a parts list (with preferred brands, etc.) for wheel bearings, ball joints, and u-joint - front and back?
I'm a NEWB and am clueless.

 

[kameronkales]

U Joint for Dana 30 in TJ

Spicer 5-760X U-Joint Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009X1XDZG/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Wheel bearing

Timken HA597449 Axle Bearing and Hub Assembly https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BZAF36/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Ball Joints

Spicer 706944X Suspension Ball Joint Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007N6OHI0/?tag=wranglerorg-20

I’m sorta new but pretty sure these are right.

 

[LarryTJ]

Is there a parts list (with preferred brands, etc.) for wheel bearings, ball joints, and u-joint - front and back?
I'm a NEWB and am clueless.

If your going to DIY the ball joints highly recommend either borrow, or purchase this ball joint service adapter kit. I just replaced the uppers and lowers and you will need these angled adapters. You can typically check out a ball joint kit from the local auto parts store but they typically don't include these angle type for Jeep/Dodge (at least I couldn't find any that had this angle kit). Maybe there is someone on this forum and you can borrow the adapter. Best of luck.

Amazon.com

 

[03coloradowrangler]

Is there a parts list (with preferred brands, etc.) for wheel bearings, ball joints, and u-joint - front and back?
I'm a NEWB and am clueless.

stick with dana spicer if possible.

 

[03coloradowrangler]

If your going to DIY the ball joints highly recommend either borrow, or purchase this ball joint service adapter kit. I just replaced the uppers and lowers and you will need these angled adapters. You can typically check out a ball joint kit from the local auto parts store but they typically don't include these angle type for Jeep/Dodge (at least I couldn't find any that had this angle kit). Maybe there is someone on this forum and you can borrow the adapter. Best of luck.

Amazon.com

I did it without the angled cups but it was a bit of a irritating hassle, lots of fussing, needed more hands than I had available. none of the local places had the angled cup. highly recommend looking for the angled cup

 

[Brianj5600]

Do I need an angled ball joint sleeve for changing TJ ball joints or is that just for JK ball joint replacement?

 

[Blackjack]

Do I need an angled ball joint sleeve for changing TJ ball joints or is that just for JK ball joint replacement?

Which tool are you using?

 

[Brianj5600]

Loaner from O'Reilly

 

[Painfultruth]

Do I need an angled ball joint sleeve for changing TJ ball joints or is that just for JK ball joint replacement?

Both

 

[Blackjack]

Loaner from O'Reilly

OTC or no name? Maybe this will help https://www.otctools.com/sites/default/files/517921.pdf

 

[Jerry Bransford]

Do I need an angled ball joint sleeve for changing TJ ball joints or is that just for JK ball joint replacement?

Yes, commonly called a Dana 44 adapter kit which is what I needed for changing mine.