Tension strut-Ball joint
 

I just pulled the strut completely off and want to pull the ball joint. I am replacing both. But the ball joint is giving me all kinds of hell. Its stuck in the spindle. How canj i get it out without destroying everything??

did you remove the 2 "reverse" torx screws that holds the ball joint in? you should be able to tap it out from above.

2 bolts are gone. I really dont have alot of room on top. With the CV boot right in line..

use a screw driver or something slim. a few taps should do it.

Will do. I was worried that it was pressed in. I will go and abuse it.. Thanks brother.

No go. I have beaten it up. it will not move. I have removed the 2 torx bolts. and have tried hitting the top and prying from the bottom. still nothing.. ANy ideas?

It's not splined, try turning it