Knuckle removel

[RMcKinney]

1995 stock 2500 with 27500 needs ball joint replacement.
I tried a Ball joint press and broke a Craftmans socket.
I thought i'd get a couple of the forked tools from N.A.P.A. and drive them at the same time?
Is there an easy way to remove the knuckle.

 

[JR]

On my 98 I cut the ball joints through the boot with a grinder and a 6" cut off wheel. Then I put the whole spindle in a 50 ton press and pushed them out. The studs will remain in the axle but can be pounded out easy enough.

 

[RMcKinney]

1995 stock 2500 with 27500 needs ball joint replacement.
I tried a Ball joint press and broke a Craftmans socket.
I thought i'd get a couple of the forked tools from N.A.P.A. and drive them at the same time?
Is there an easy way to remove the knuckle.

Thanks
That sounds great.

 

[JMcCoy]

Blue tipped wrench works every time. I have done MANY and never seen one explode from pressure, but have read stories, so wear safety glasses. A mask is even better.