In a message dated 2/28/02 11:58:34 PM Eastern Standard Time, tylergraves@xxxx writes: << How exactly do I seperate the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle? I've got the nut off with no trouble but it doesn't want to seperate! >> Don't seperate the ball joint. No need. Remove the upper control arm pivot bolt and you'll have plenty of room to work. Watch that you reinstall the shims properly and retorque when reassembling. Jim 6147.