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uiuc240 · 08-05-2003, 11:33 AM

Dousan missed something critical:

GREASE

You need to install the zerk fitting in the bottom of your ball joint and then use a grease gun to shoot grease in there after you install the thing. Keep greasing until it just starts to ooze out. You will need to re-grease about once a year, just to top them off. Oh, and the grease is cheap, but don't forget to buy a gun with a flexible hose at the end of it for reaching tight spaces.

Best way to jack is to do both the fronts at the same time. This way the sway bar won't be putting any undue pressure on the control arms.

Oh, and to elaborate on the removal procedure, just whap it with a hammer to get it out.

Eric

08-05-2003, 11:33 AM	#5
uiuc240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Naperville, IL Age: 46 Posts: 2,093 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Dousan missed something critical: GREASE You need to install the zerk fitting in the bottom of your ball joint and then use a grease gun to shoot grease in there after you install the thing. Keep greasing until it just starts to ooze out. You will need to re-grease about once a year, just to top them off. Oh, and the grease is cheap, but don't forget to buy a gun with a flexible hose at the end of it for reaching tight spaces. Best way to jack is to do both the fronts at the same time. This way the sway bar won't be putting any undue pressure on the control arms. Oh, and to elaborate on the removal procedure, just whap it with a hammer to get it out. Eric __________________ 2002 Mazda Protege5 1989 S13 w/SR20DET (sold)