However, lets not forget that every one of us who has done this many times
has had to ask "how" the first time! Obviously, the procedure is perfectly
safe when proper techniques and equipment are used and no special skills are
required - just the knowledge of how to go about it correctly. That
information is readily available via numerous repair manuals and for those
possessed of some mechanical skill and general experience in automotive
mechanics replacement of ball joints and any other component on the Bricklin
is straightforward. Although cautionary warnings are essential lets not
exaggerate the difficulties here and discourage anyone from learning. The
bottom line is if you don't know how to do it right, learn first before
attempting the procedure. This is good advice for any procedure - just more
necessary when potential catastrophic events can result from improper work -
this applies to many automotive system including brakes, tires, drivetrain,
etc. which DIY'ers work on routinely.
Andrew
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From: John T. Blair
To: Bricklin@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Fw: Ball Joints / Tie Rods
Date: Tuesday, September 22, 1998 8:46PM
At 09:20 PM 9/21/98 -0400, Thomas M. Benvie wrote:
>As an auto shop teacher for the last 20 years, I have to agree with the
>person who said have a pro do it. There are many things a novice can do to
>a car, but the ball joint should not be one of them. C-clamps, chains,
>etc. are an accident waiting to happen, especially to the
unexperienced.....
I have to agree with Thomas and the other fellow that said you can get
killed doing it. I don't know about killed, but hurt very badly!!!!!
This is one of the few times that if you have to ask how, DON'T DO IT!!!!!
John
John T. Blair WA4OHZ email: jblair@exis.net
Va. Beach, Va Phone: (757) 495-8229
48 TR1800 65 Morgan 4/4 Series V
71 Saab Sonett III 75 Bricklin SV1 77 Spitfire
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