EntropyUK said:

I was reading up on replacing the front ball joints and came across these two YouTube vids. It seems to make sense to me. I was thinking you could add a disc that sits on the tube to quickly ensure its straight, similar to the LR tool, rather than measuring.

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RangeRoller dt said:

The ball joints press in/out with a generic tool. You only need the alignment tool if they are out of alignment or you’ve loosened the bottom taper-collet on swivel hub - few have made their own tool so keep looking in searchbar
@Grrrrrr i would ask

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Grrrrrr said:

Sounds like a plan. You doing yours?

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EntropyUK said:

Yes Grrrrr, MOT has run out and rubber on the lower O/S ball joint has gone. My MOT garage has put it as a minor for the last couple of years but last time he said he couldn't pass it next year. From just reading up on it looks like there is a chance of it requiring adjustment given the subtleties of different makes. I was worrying about it as I dont feel confident enough to judge it by eye but for 20 notes it worth giving it a go just for peace of mind..

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EntropyUK said:

Yes Grrrrr, MOT has run out and rubber on the lower O/S ball joint has gone. My MOT garage has put it as a minor for the last couple of years but last time he said he couldn't pass it next year. From just reading up on it looks like there is a chance of it requiring adjustment given the subtleties of different makes. I was worrying about it as I dont feel confident enough to judge it by eye but for 20 notes it worth giving it a go just for peace of mind..

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Grrrrrr said:

Sounds worth a go. Let me know when you try it and if I'll pop over and watch. Or you can bring it here if you need somewhere flat and safe to work.

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Datatek said:

As others have said, if the adjustment is not touched you should be OK, it was on mine although I did check.

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EntropyUK said:

So far I have managed to complete step 3 of of the drive shaft and hub assembly section, "Remove brake disk shield". Haven't done anything for the last few days due to rain and I am now away until the 31st. The weather at the moment looks OK for next weekend I'll give you a shout when I am down the the ball joint removal.

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RangeRoller dt said:

What brand are you going for?

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tarphenry said:

put in freezer overnight before fitting

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