Drag Link replacement

JONORTIZ26

New member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #1

Hey what's up everyone! So I'm trying to replace my stock drag link with a synergy drag link. I'm having a very difficult time trying to take the end connected to the pitman arm off. Any suggestions on how I can get it off?


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WJCO

Meme King

• Apr 11, 2017

• #2

Loosen the nut all the way, but leave it on the end of the thread studs. While prying down on the link end, give the side of the pitman arm a good hit. It you're able to get the hammer in there, hit down on the nut that is still on the end of the stud. You'll definitely want to put your purse down while you hit it. Last option, a pickle fork will definitely separate it.

 

10abadilla/jk

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• Apr 11, 2017

• #3

^^^^^ you can also use a pickle fork.

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VeruGE*144

Caught the Bug

• Apr 11, 2017

• #4

Keep spraying pb blaster on in daily. Try breaking the bolt free again in few days. Also Impact wrench should do it, if you have one



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VeruGE*144

Caught the Bug

• Apr 11, 2017

• #5

These little pullers work great also. If you can get it in there.




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JONORTIZ26

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• Apr 11, 2017

• #6

I tried using the puller but couldn't get it in there


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VeruGE*144

Caught the Bug

• Apr 11, 2017

• #7

WJCO gave you the best advice on how to separate it. Good luck.




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Dirtysocks

New member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #8

This is what I used after everything else failed. Worked like a charm.

GearWrench 3916D Universal Ball Joint Separator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YVWHOE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Wre7yb1K2YDW1


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JONORTIZ26

New member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #9

Dirtysocks I was just watching a video with that, thanks I think Ima try that


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TonyViv

Member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #10

Dirtysocks said:

This is what I used after everything else failed. Worked like a charm.

GearWrench 3916D Universal Ball Joint Separator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YVWHOE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Wre7yb1K2YDW1


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I tried the harbor freight version... It was very hard to get under the boot and bent when put some pressure to it. I said F it and went to a pickle fork...
So don't do harbor freight and if you don't care about the boot just pickle fork it

 

Slimebones

Active Member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #11

Dirtysocks said:

This is what I used after everything else failed. Worked like a charm.

GearWrench 3916D Universal Ball Joint Separator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YVWHOE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Wre7yb1K2YDW1


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I was able to find one similar to this at Advance Auto Parts. Loaner tool program. No charge. Worked like a charm also.

 

rockabillyroy

Member

• Apr 11, 2017

• #12

Swapping mine out this weekend. Gonna grab one of these tool and hit it with some pb blaster the night before.

Thanks

 

Edwrds

Caught the Bug

• Apr 11, 2017

• #13

Wrong thread

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