Re: idler arm

[Richard Kinsley <rlkinsley@xxxxxxxxx>]

A pretty simple effective way to take joints apart is
to place a BFH against one side of the joint and then
tap on the opposite side with a ball peen hammer,
etc.. This usually will loosen the joint without
damaging anything.

Rich Kinsley '64 Dodge Polara 4 dr 318poly w/goodies
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--- george smith <bt6t4@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> 
> Jack up the front end to take the pressure off the
> idler arm. Use a pickle fork and a BFH.
> --- Richard <cathiew@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> 
> > 
> > 
> > hi, am in the process of replacing some worn out
> > parts on the steering/front suspension on my 63
> > dodge. am having trouble convincing the idler arm
> to
> > let go. my natural intincts are screaming "use a
> > bigger hammer". how much force can you put on the
> > arm without damaging something else, such as the
> > inner tie rod end, or bend the link?should both
> > front wheels be off the ground? any advice much
> > appreciated, thankyou, richard. [oz]
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