If you insist on using a cheap ass Harbor freight tool, use a combination of preload and a hammer to shock the knuckle to get the ball joint out.
Here a video on this procedure.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcCfWmrVQfM
For removing the torx bolts that is securing the ball joint to the spindle, I would recommend that you use a hand impact instead of trying to use a breaker bar with the female torx socket. You don't want to snap the torx bolt off and need to drill out the remaining pieces.
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Last edited by upallnight; 06-28-2016 at 03:43 PM.
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