Has anyone used this tool for the thrust arm ball joint?
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bal...cta-tools-4013
There are a couple different versions on their site. One “universal” kit is quite expensive, but this one is pretty cheap. Hopefully it’s up to the task.
I am hoping that it will also work on the front wishbone control arms ball joint somehow too. Although I can’t see how it would accommodate the broad backside of that ball joint (with the ears that bolt to the knuckle). I’m thinking of getting it however, as I need new control arm wishbones. So far I’m pleased with the Turner monoball thrust arm bushings I installed, so I’m going to try their control arms now. The combination of terrible roads here, and I think, the tire/wheel package and lift I’ve got on the x5 wears the OE rubber bushings out quickly.