I'm getting ready to replace ball joints on my 96 XJ and I was curious what ball joint tools you guys/girls recommend for the job. I would rather not rent one from the auto parts places because they are usually junk and not really make specific. Thanks for the info.

 

Buy the 4x4 ball joint adapter set from harbor freight and just rent a press from a parts store. Makes life easy!!

 

When I last replaced mine, I rented the one from AZ. It worked just fine. I didn't have any problems with it. I used just what was in the set, no other adapters needed. Mine's a '91, by the way.

 

Just use the one from the parts store. It should have all the adapters and fittings. You will need a size 13 star socket to get the three steering knuckle bolts off. And a big *** adjustable wrench for the castle nuts. Set the truck steady on stands, you will be using a lot of force to get those things off and back on.