> A floor jack and two hammers (one to tap on each side of the
> knuckle at the ball joint to free it up).
>
> - Bernd
Ok. Thanks for the info.
eric
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Eric
> Hufstedler
> Sent: Monday, December 20, 2004 1:28 AM
> To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> Subject: DML: coil spring removal
>
>
> For my 99 2WD, the FSM says to use the spring compressor tool to
> be able to release the lower all joint from the knuckle.
>
> Since i'll have the truck up on stands at the frame, wouldn't i be
> able to just use a floor jack to push the lower control arm up
> enough?
>
> I realize i could make a tool like in the manual, but am hoping
> the tool is just a convenience.
>
> thanks,
> eric
-- 1974 Valiant 4-door, 318 1999 Dakota Ext Cab, 2WD
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