Thanks for the video, that helps.

The difference between the E30 in the video and the X5 is the orientation of the ball joint. That seperator works wonders when seperating a control from the ball joint stud. I have already completed that step and am now trying to get the ball joint itself (the whole assembly as seen in the photo above) out of the steering knuckle. I can take a picture later and post it to help clarify which ball joint I am talking about and why it is such a bear to get at.

Thanks agian for the help.

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2001 e53 X5 3.0i (10/2000 build date) - Beige exterior, Beige/Sand interior w/ light wood