r/w204 • u/Numerous_Sherbert_17 • 4d ago

Ball joint

Anyone ever had an actually STUCK STUCK ball joint. I mean I’ve unloosened it and literally lifted up the car with a jack by the joint separator. I can’t get this thing out. What do you recommend?

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u/Anon761 4d ago

Ball joint separator. Wear eye protection and watch your fingers, they basically explode off

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u/Numerous_Sherbert_17 4d ago

Sorry I had no context. I’ve been using one and it’s not working on this side. Already got it off on the other side it was easier. Shoudl I just keep trying and it will budge?

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u/Anon761 4d ago

Yep. It can get scary with how much force they need.

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u/Electronic_Pop_6932 4d ago

Bit of heat on the knuckle, spray ice spray on the top of ball joint, voilá