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Originally Posted by stiubhartach
The Harbor Freight ball joint tools don't work. I tried them and a rental from a parts store. They were too small. 3 days and no luck. Finally bought a knockoff of the BMW tool. Off in 5 minutes.
This is the one I used. Notice the threaded piece in the center, that's what is needed to open wider.
Ball Joint separator press tool BMW Mercedes Audi Mini |
This tool shows 24, 27 and 31mm openings. The Harbor Freight cheapie's opening ("throat?") is only 3/4" . Stiub, do you or another viewer know what size is needed? I'll check what my local parts stores loaner's measure, but it would be good to know. I'd rather not pop the wheel off and try to measure if someone knows ......