Ball Joint Replacement - 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord (04 - 08 Acura TSX, TL)

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This video will show you how to replace front suspension lower ball joint on a 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord. The replacement was performed on a 2004 4 dr Accord LX. Method of performing this service can also be done on a 04 - 08 Acura TSX & TL. The replacement will improve ride quality and help correct wheel alignment, tire wear and traction issues. Honda specific ball joint press adapters and a ball joint press (some auto parts retailers rent them) are needed to perform this replacement. For the highest quality ball joint with a lifetime warranty, go with MOOG brand suspension products.
04:30 After adding grease through this fitting, remove the grease fitting, and install a
grease fitting plug.
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@richardhennessee6328 2 года назад

No auto repair job ever goes smoothly, regardless of how small it may be. Stuck parts and the like. This vid really helped when my brother and I changed the uppers, lowers, sway links and balljoints on his Accord. Rented that press tool from a local parts store and buddy, that thing saved the day. Thanks for a good, clear, no-nonsense vid.

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Thanks! Rusty parts can mess up a small job. Thanks for sharing your experience.

@faithpotato 5 месяцев назад

Nice to watch a mechanic with a brain in action, thankyou for this video,helped me alot

@Onestonedbake 19 дней назад

@@hardlymovingproso true

@inspectorraycharles 3 года назад

I did this 2x on my 05 Accord. Both times it came loose in the knuckle. I asked my friend who is the shop forman 30 years at local Honda dealer. He advised they have a tendency to "woler" out the mounting whole and come lose in the whole. They replace the knuckle with the joint factory mounted. I've done this several times successfully. The price is less than a hundred on most online stores.

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Very strange. Never had a customer comeback on a Honda ball joint replacement

@inspectorraycharles 3 года назад

The part with the ball joint installed used to be prohibitively expensive. Now it's easier, cheaper, and in my experience more reliable. My car had more than 200k when I attempted the replacement.

@bouski6752 4 года назад

Hi there, thanks for the fantastic video. Would you happen to have the part number for the knuckle ring that was removed? I can't find it anywhere

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Should come with the replacement ball joint kit but not necessary in my opinion. The ring is suppose to prevent the ball joint from working its way out. Don't see how that can physically happen.

@bouski6752 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro got the snap ring style ball joint so its really not necessary, thanks alot!

@09superdude Год назад

What size sockets did you put on the on the ball joint?

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

The ball joint nuts?

@ralphhoutz2285 3 года назад

the best how to videos I've seen. thanks for not taking 3 minutes at the beginning of the video talking and explaining. right to the point! thanks again.

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Thanks and glad you liked it!

@RYU583 2 года назад

Most videos spend the first 3 minutes asking for people to sub or thumbs up🙄 thanks

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

I know. Irritating isn't it?

@AGhaziAGhazi 5 лет назад

Helping people is the real pleasure in this life ..thanx a lot for your effort

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Yes ... you are right ... helping people!

@philipduncan6452 5 лет назад

I rarely take time to comment, but you made that look like child's play. Excellent job. Post More.

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Thanks Philip for your complement comment! If you really want to see an interesting video, check out my Lexus RX300 evaporator core replacement job ... it's a long winded 30 minute video : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-t-xuqRKJxpo.html

@positiveinfinity4441 5 лет назад

Great video until people realize the importance of torquing the nut NOT only on CV axle, but other nuts and bolts. This CV axle needs torquing because, from what I've learned, there's a lot of pressure put on it so needs to hold exactly specific tightness when going high speeds above 50 mph. There's a reason for torque guys careful what we learn from RU-vid, I learn from RU-vid myself.

@ChavezDIY 5 лет назад

I believe axle nut torque spec is 150 lbs-ft.

@L5Rocks 5 лет назад

Depends on 4 cylinder vs v6. The 04 Acura TL is 180 ft-lbs. Also has different style ball joint than in this video.

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Most CV axle nut torque specs are 180 lbs.

@evanmaesen1803 4 года назад

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@joserios7046 5 лет назад

Good video!! One question you didnt need to put the snap ring retainer on the ball joint??

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Some kits come with new rings and some do not. Quite frankly, I don't really see a need for it. Just how in the heck is the ball joint going to possibly come out being press fitted into the steering knuckle and bolted to the lower control arm? Maybe ... perhaps ... if you run your car into a ginormous pot hole? If that happened, you've got more to fix than a ball joint.

@joserios7046 5 лет назад

Oh ok, thanks!!

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

No problem!

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

No problem!

@MacAutoDiag 2 месяца назад

I tried using that same adapter to install the ball joint and it ended up hitting the stud and bent it. Duralast AutoZone ball joint

@hardlymovingpro 2 месяца назад

Generally don't like AutoZone Duralast parts. Since you don't know who made the part.

@pizzamon795 4 года назад

Did you put anything in the whole you took the grease fitting out of or do you just leave it open?

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

After injecting the grease, screw off the grease fitting nipple and screw on a plug. The new ball joint should have the plug in the replacement box. Sorry ... didn't show that in the video. Don't leave the nipple on. It won't clear the CV axle.

@securityguy 3 года назад

Thank you for this. Your notes on the OTC parts really helped me out on my 07 Accord V6. I was able to replace the front driver's side ball joint myself and saved a boat load of money!

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Hey good for you! Always cheaper and sometimes better if you do it yourself!

@Alvaresmaico20 Год назад

Did you remove the rubber boot when installing? I seen other videos that they didn't at all they just pressed it in.

@securityguy Год назад

@@Alvaresmaico20 You do not need to remove the boot to install the new OEM ball joint, given that you use an OEM ball joint and this OTC installation kit.

@honestnewsnet Месяц назад

Should you change the control arm at the same time as the ball joint?

@hardlymovingpro Месяц назад

Usually when one is worn out the other is not that far behind. So yes ... replace both.

@jofro2040 6 лет назад

One of the best I seen ...GOOD MAN make more!!! Get some knee pads that SHHHT hurts

@hardlymovingpro 6 лет назад

That's what we're doing ... making more...thx. I sometimes use a knee pad on my right knee since that's where I land on going down.

@Proj3ctLife Год назад

That knuckle is shaved flat on the top around the mating surface around the ball joint

@tomwelch7482 Месяц назад

If you'd like to see a very comprehensive overview of this procedure, THIS video is THE GOLD STANDARD for this model Period, Yes this instance if minus a lot of rust and distracting obstacles, but THAT IS THE BEAUTY OF THIS offering from "Hardly Moving Productions" (and a tip of the hat to the 'Production' involved): I do not have to omit sections that show marred ball joint threads, nor look past the rust issues that folks from Buffalo, NY will want to see. This one smoothly shows individual 'sections/episodes' stitched together at a great pace (excellent- considering I shop-around for the instructional video that is best for me before I select one that will be .My reference.). I can hit the pause button at any time of course, but the pace of this vid allowed me to see quickly, while shopping for My reference, this is it. It is a great piece because it is so 'to-the-point'. It's realworld dirty (accessible) yet very clean (shot thoughtfully by an informed cam worker and edited neatly by an informed eye). It's an instant follow for anyone who has this model and wants to do the work. Thank you!

@hardlymovingpro Месяц назад

Thanks for your critique and support!

@keithwilson1702 4 года назад

That did NOT look easy. Glad you did it.

@Sacrum_Profanum 4 года назад

What kind of grease are you used to lube ball joint?

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Simple axle grease with molybdenum will work fine.

@Sacrum_Profanum 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingprothat grease won't destroy rubber cap?

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

@@Sacrum_Profanum No it will not.

@garyr7027 4 года назад

Just an idea to keep in mind, if you plan on reusing any balljoints or tie rod ends, leave the nut on after loosing it. This way if you do happen to hit it with a hammer you won't mess the threads up. I did that one time, had to taper file the end of the threads to get the nut back on, leaving that nut on can save you time, money and hassle.

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Good advance thinking! People should keep in mind that whatever was a hassle to take off might be a hassle to put back on.

@garyr7027 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro actually with Hondas that's spot on, especially those wheel bearings... I hate those things. They are not easy to do, heck my 97 f150 4x4 was easier, 3 bolts and the entire hub assemblies are removed... takes two hours tops for both sides if you take your time. Honda front ends can be tough depending what needs replaced.

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

@@garyr7027 You're right. Bolt on wheel hub and bearing assemblies are a easy. However, some people forget to dislodge the cv shaft from the hub splines and struggle to get the assembly off. Here's a video I published a month ago on how to replace those pressed in bearings: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EapRYC-fS8g.html

@garyr7027 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro that's true, those splines can get stuck. I got lucky with my truck, they slid right off. Got the link, I'll watch cause I never know when I'll need it... thanks.

@juliopalacio7385 4 года назад

@@garyr7027 burro

@aidoist 2 месяца назад

The ball joint removal socket, did you custom cut that?? Nothing I see around has anything like that

@hardlymovingpro 2 месяца назад

No but used a older version ball joint adapter that semi worked. Believe there are adapters for new models but they're not cheap. Better off making your own adapter with custom cuts.

@thronewalker1153 4 года назад

Does that ball have a snap ring or anything holding it into place.

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Nope. The only ring, which I think is overkill, is the ring installed after the new ball joint is pressed onto the steering knuckle.

@stevecirimele5585 3 года назад

Best car repair video EVER. Jumps right in. Fast track from step to step, each step shown with a sped-up video snip of that step. No wasted time, no blah blah talking, no verbal descriptions in lieu of a video, the description gives the exact details of the car being worked on. Love it.

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Glad you liked it and thanks for your support!

@AlbertAC54 11 месяцев назад

Great video for showing how it's done for guys who already know how to do it. For anyone who doesn't recognize all the bits and bobs involved from strange unfamiliar angles, a few words telling what's being done during the process would take no extra time and make the video a valuable one.

@hardlymovingpro 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for your critique! You're right. Should have had some more audio in the video.

@SinisterVaj Год назад

I love your video sir! No BS talking, straight to the point. Keep it up, by far one of the best vids ever.

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Thanks!

@Esuper1 8 месяцев назад

So no torquing to specs on anything? Just asking for a friend... still gave you a thumbs up.

@hardlymovingpro 8 месяцев назад

Video made to give you a general idea of how to do the repair. Highly recommend you purchase a repair guide for your vehicle that contains all the torque specs.

@stephenmras8519 10 месяцев назад

Pumped it full of grease then remove the zinc fitting? That will let water and dirt into the ball joint causing premature wear. Probably should use a different design ball joint.

@hardlymovingpro 10 месяцев назад

The grease fitting won't clear the CV axle unless removed and replaced with a flat head plug which I apologize for not showing in the video.

@iroh1048 5 лет назад

Liked your video. One major issue though...when you removed the grease fitting and left the hole open. What's was the plan there? I am certainly glad you have never worked on any of my cars, and that is exactly why I never let anyone work on my cars (only me) if I can prevent it. That one action on your part makes the rest of your procedures suspect. I still enjoyed the video though.

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Yes ... you are correct. Part was provided by the customer ... he wanted to save money. Told him he would have to get me a grease fitting plug and I'd screw it in. Since then, he got into a accident and totaled his car. Most repair shops want to provide their own parts and profit from the markup. I give my customers the option to provide their own parts to save money and get a parts lifetime warranty from their parts vendor. Do the repair shops you go to do the same? If the customer provided me with a lifetime warranty part, does your repair shop provide a lifetime warranty on ANY part they replace as well?

@rahrah8076 5 лет назад

Hugh Jass when you bring in your vehicle you have no idea what they do to your vehicle or how they are performing repairs correctly or incorrectly..this is why most guys do the work themselves at least they know the work is done..there so many shops and dealerships that are crooked and when you ask for a repair done There is several more repairs that are billed to you when those repairs are not needed..learn the trade and repair your own vehicle and save money or keep going to the shops and get ripped off

@paulhance1984 5 лет назад

Did you reply to @hardly Moving Productions reply?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

???

@MrLantz2011 9 месяцев назад

Why remove the boot prior to install? Curious. Thanks for the vid

@hardlymovingpro 9 месяцев назад

If the replacement ball joint's boot is not flush with the ball joint body, the boot won't squeeze through the steering knuckle ball joint hole. Better off get a ball joint with a flush boot.

@todd3205 5 лет назад

This is the best video of this kind that i have ever seen. Really a good piece of work.

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Thanks todd3205!

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Thanks and appreciate your comment!

@christophermedlin2250 5 лет назад

Great videos very informative except for you have it listed that I need a 32 mm socket to remove the axle nut my car a 2005 Honda Accord EX required a 1inch and a 1/4inch socket to remove the axle nut great video

@christophermedlin2250 5 лет назад

*UPDATE* I could never get my axle nut to break loose I broke 2 torque wrenches 1 of them I ended bending in half and I went through 2 sets of impact connectors I tried heat an everything still could never get the nut off just to update.

@L5Rocks 5 лет назад

Did you Bend out the detent on the axle nut? What I use is a thick breaker bar. It works good even up here in Canada where things are rusty.

@chrisrobles2012 5 лет назад

Chris Medlin , don’t use torque wrenches to remove anything. You need a breaker bar 1/2 “ or larger. I purchased a 1” socket wrench with a 32mm socket . It loosens it so effortlessly. Don’t forget to bang back out the indented nut before trying to break it loose.

@ANDthe3 8 месяцев назад

Inch and a quarter is pretty close to 32 millimeter.

@pacman9047 4 года назад

I had a hard time trying to pop out the ball joint and broke the replacement. You made it look so easy with the right tool. I broke down and ordered the adapter from Amazon. Nice video!!!

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Always easier and less frustrating when using the right tool!

@ChmodX Год назад

With the way Honda ball joints are installed, I'm not certain removal of the rubber boot is actually necessary

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Whatever works for you.

@EthanWest187 3 года назад

This is a really good video man, sped up just right, and that spring installation was super smart too. I'm doing upper control arms and lower ball joints so its really helpful

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Thanks!

@agustinherrera5600 2 года назад

Did you leave the grease fitting off ? I replaced the lower ball joint on a 04 accord and there was no way it would fit . The cv axle would hit . Would it be ok since the ball joint has the hole on top since there was no room for the fitting ?

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

You can install a fitting to seal the hole that is flat and does not have a grease fitting nipple. Sorry. Didn't show that in the video.

@agustinherrera5600 2 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro is that what you installed on yours ?

@KINGGOD69 Год назад

Where did you find these fittings? Seems like I have the same ball joints I just left the grease fitting off now I have grease everywhere. Won’t be buying these again lol @@hardlymovingpro

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

@@KINGGOD69 add grease with the grease fittings then use grease fitting plugs to clear the cv cup

@KINGGOD69 Год назад

@@hardlymovingpro you’d think the ball joints would have came with plugs, I’m wondering where i would find those?

@bmlaforge 3 года назад

Thank you so much brother. I just had a scary mishap last night while going about 75 mph oh the highway 11pm. Ball joint snapped and took down the axle with it. Gonna try and attempt this on my own! Cant afford to go to the shop. Worst timing but trying to take it as it comes.

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

That's what happens when the ball joint breaks.

@bmlaforge 3 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro Lesson learned the hard way. I should've done a more thorough inspection on the car when I bought it 3 months ago. Just went outside not too long ago and found multiple things wrong on both sides, so I'm just doing an entire new suspension for both sides and play it safe

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Good decision. You're better off in the long run replacing everything vs revisiting new problems.

@playzwithcars562 Год назад

Look like you had to modify the receiver portion of the ball joint press tool to have clearance for it to work on this job. Is that correct?

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Nope. Although not a perfect fit but good enough to get most of it out.

@DeeNo909 Год назад

Any alternative on how to get the ball joint without buying that honda adapter set for the press bec i rented it out from oreillys and the honda adapter set didnt have the right size that goes underneath the ball joint ? And it says on amazon that they are currently unavailable so im stuck rn

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Get an adapter with the right size diameter. Use a rotary metal cut off tool and make cut outs to make it fit. You can secure the adapter in a vice so it will be stable when you're making the cuts.

@أبوفيصلبهرر 3 года назад

Thousand Like Thank you. .S.A

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

No problem!

@GiangNguyen-ht4vq 4 года назад

Hello. Let me ask how much this set

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Prices vary based on quality of the part.

@darylbabz5451 5 лет назад

If you have a complete tool the job is getting much more easier.👍

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Yes ... you are correct using the right tools.

@kylestewart5191 Год назад

how did that abs sensor come out like butter. usually thats stuck and need to drill out

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Depends on where the car lived. If in where they salt roads in the Winter, the sensor hole will get rusty. Try soaking with penetrating oil overnight before attempting removal. Or just leave the sensor in there with the wire detached.

@josephperez2331 Год назад

What size fittings are you using on ball joint press thanks

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Fittings with cut outs specifically designed to press out and in Honda ball joints

@DeeferStratus 2 года назад

Why on earth did you take all that off? I would have replaced the lower ball joint while the hub was still in place

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Oh really? Try it and share your experience with us.

@geonerd Год назад

What does the large steel ring on the back of the hub do? (Other than get in the way!)

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Dust shield

@bizarreentertainment7308 3 года назад

So I’m not sure how you got out the big thing behind the hub but I’ve tried everything and I can’t get it out yours just seem to fall out mine feels like it’s welded in

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Are you referring to the cv axle? If so, watch this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-c6hktAUFyrc.html

@dewiregar5559 4 года назад

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@kinhoman9385 5 лет назад

Hi, i like this video that show step clearly. I would like to know the size of the cotter pin of the ball join, did you know that and could you tell me? I think i should prepare some before i do this replacement.

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

New ball joints come with new cotter pins.

@richief4211 5 лет назад

Thanks for the detailed vid boss,,,,,much respect

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Thanks for your comment and support!

@randysmith8654 3 года назад

Very much

@keijogronfors925 3 месяца назад

Too fast done I dont get it

@hardlymovingpro 3 месяца назад

There's a feature in youtube to slow the speed down.

@Manhotocu 5 лет назад

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@akoskovacs9962 5 лет назад

What kind of impact wrench can the axle nut unbolting? Is that an electric impact wrench?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Yes ... it's a Milwaukee brand portable electric impact wrench.

@paulhance1984 5 лет назад

@@hardlymovingpro Will the electric 1/2 impact wrench get it done too?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

If it's rated at or above 180 lbs of torque, yes.

@pshycomike 4 года назад

Did you do a vid of the upper install too ?

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Yes. It's covered in my Honda front strut and control arm video. Its easier to replace the upper control arm that comes with new bushings and a ball joint.

@SkateSmokeAndDrum 3 года назад

Can’t get mine out for the life of me. No snap ring in the ball joint?

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Did you cut the dust boot off?

@rodritejedart 5 лет назад

Great job man, thanks a lot for the video 👍👍

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Thanks for the thumbs up Rodrigo!

@reza_dc2 5 лет назад

Can you please tell me what kit I will need for a 2006 acura tsx? You have a few links posted, dont know which one to pick. Thanks

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

I believe the TSX uses slightly different parts. The worked performed on this car was an Accord. Whatever parts you may want to order via Amazon, you can perform a part compatibility match based on the Year / Make / Model.

@reza_dc2 5 лет назад

These are the types of videos I like , straight to the point. What model impact gun is that ?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

It's a Milwaukee M18 1/2" impact driver ... around 400 lbs of torque ... bought around 8 years ago. Newer version are brushless with more torque.

@reza_dc2 5 лет назад

Hardly Moving Productions Thanks for the fast response ! Any chance you used the same Impact for the axle nut or was that a compressor gun ?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

Used the same electric impact gun to torque down the axle nut.

@dalemihocik4732 Год назад

That's a stupid design by the manufacture where you have interference by the zerk fitting. Perhaps replacement with a Non greaseable ball joint would be best in this instance. Nice work on your part to figure out the boot retainer.

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Great points! Everyone else fits the ball joint base into the control arm. Honda reversed it! Although I know how to replace it, it's still a big hassle. With respect to the boot, I now buy new ball joints where the dust boot is flush and can clear pass the joint mounting hole.

@maximoalvarado8020 Месяц назад

Excellent video

@hardlymovingpro Месяц назад

Glad you liked it!

@WizzRacing 3 года назад

I hardly ever see spiral snap rings anymore..

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Still use them on wheel bearings and ball joints.

@leecoe6175 3 года назад

@Driving_Somewhere 3 года назад

Hi. . . at 4:20 I realise the flat surface of the ball joint isn't flush with the housing surrounding it. Why is this so? Should it not be flush? I am asking because my mechanic installed mine flush...

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

It all depends on the parts manufacturer. I now buy only flush dust booted ball joints.

@locdogwitd9 Год назад

What happens if u just press it in with the boot?

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Not enough room. The boot was tear.

@armancha23 2 года назад

Agh, currently have 2 sets of balljoint presses and neither allow me to press it out. You have the right kit and I am looking mid job as I though these master bj kit would. I can't seem to hammer it out either. Hmmm....

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

You can get a standard ball joint press kit, get the right diameter ball joint adapter receiver and custom cut a rectangle opening to clear the steering knuckle so that the receiver can sit square on the ball joint hole.

@armancha23 2 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro i agree, that's where I am is the custom cut on rented kit though. Checking options tomorrow of larger hammer to Tapp out or asking the dealer to just press it out.

@fkp1692 2 года назад

I bought the cheapest ball joint tool set I could find on Amazon but it didn't have the parts necessary to remove the old ball joint. What set will work with a 2008 TSX ?

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

This press kit, although made for earlier models, can work to get most of the ball joint out: amzn.to/3oBXbqU

@Prosperous8532 Год назад

When replacing front lower ball joints on an 08 Accord, should you replace the lower or upper control arms as well?

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Usually worthwhile doing.

@alexhernandez2988 4 года назад

Dude you are a professional. I notice the little things in your work. The tie holding up the axle I think it is. The bucket under the caliper. The way you got off the rotor bolt by a little hitting . Someone stripped mine by not doing that. Great work and video! Also how long would you say is for labor?

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Thanks for your comment. Just replacing the ball joint ... I can probably do it in under 1.5 hours with the tools I've been using. If you're using mechanical tools (no powered impact drivers), it'll definitely take longer. I now buy new ball joints where the rubber boot is flush with the body of the ball joint that's pressed in the steering knuckle. They're more expensive but it saves me a lot of time. Like in the video, the rubber boot must be removed and refitted with the cheaper ball joints.

@lumntoob999 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro what brand has the boot flush with the ball joint, that looked like the most annoying party honestly. Awesome video by the way, thank you!

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

@@lumntoob999 You can go with a MOOG brand which is not cheap but they give you lifetime warranty. The dust boot is flush with the body of the joint. A link to the joint is provided in the "Show More" description area of this video.

@lumntoob999 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro perfect thank you. I saw everything in the description I just wasn't sure if that was the one in the video or the better one so thank you for clarifying.

@ANDthe3 8 месяцев назад

@@lumntoob999 try NAPA part#SB6314

@johnnyshido7247 5 лет назад

Rotor screws came off so easily and then you put them back on..lol

@tonye.8313 4 года назад

that always confuses me. I always hear that you don't need the rotor screws, that they're just there for the factory, so why bother putting them back on?

@jondoes7836 4 года назад

The screws keep the rotor seated against the hub even with the wheel removed. Without those screws with the wheel removed allows dirt to possibly fall in between rotor & hub resulting in rotor face run out. This causes a pulsating brake during application. Only amateurs leave those screws out.

@DavidParker-cf2km 4 года назад

You didn't notice the impact driver he used to get them out without stripping the Phillips lugs? Screws go in a lot easier than they come out.

@mechanicandi1064 3 года назад

💯💯💯🤣🤣🤣

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Thanks!

@alttr2992 2 года назад

can u pls put a list of the tool i need do to this job?

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Tools and parts used are listed in this video's description.

@waldomonje4092 Год назад

After replacing ball joints do you need a alignment ?

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Would be recommended.

@alphadog1961 11 месяцев назад

Ball joint I was sold has a unremoveable boot w/o grease fitting.Maybe I'm getting old but all front end parts used to be equipped with a grease fitting(so you could grease them).If Turkey gets attacked from the rear,will Greece help ?

@hardlymovingpro 11 месяцев назад

If the dust shield boot is flush with the body of the ball joint, you'll be able to press it in without ripping the boot.

@alphadog1961 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for your knowledge,more info than any other.@@hardlymovingpro

@hardlymovingpro 11 месяцев назад

You bet!

@zaytyga 3 года назад

Did you use a mid torq 1/2 cordless impact or the high torque 1/2 cordless impact!

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

You can use either or for this repair.

@dlouis1830 2 года назад

Thanks for this, I saw you didn't use the ring "removal" adapter for the press, did you just hang that top ring on the upper part of the press just right? did you cut out the adaptor?I have problems because none of the adaptors fit right in my knuckle...I am going to take a page out of your book it looks like you just lined it up the best you could against the knuckle. Thanks.

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Yes. I hanged that top top ring. Did not cut out the adapter. Yes .. lined up as best I could against the knuckle.

@LJWalter78 2 года назад

Anyone know the name of the sea clamps press that was used here? And, this guy seems to be a GREAT mechanic. I’m following!

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Any generic ball joint clamp should work.

@carlwinslow4175 3 года назад

Great vid.....so no need for a alignment as you didn't mess with the strut ?

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

That's correct.

@geronimorodrguez5111 3 года назад

Good video but too late i had pay

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Sorry to hear that.

@pizzamon795 4 года назад

I replaced a few ball joints on my Honda Accords I have two of them and 03 and an 06 and none of the times did I have to take the rubber boot off. It might depend on the brand of the part. Honda brand and Moog brand is.what I used.

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Yes ... you are correct. On the OEM and some aftermarket ball joints the boot is flush with the ball joint. This one I bought was not flush. I now only buy ball joints with flush boots.

@JT-dx1qk Год назад

I'm a Honda tech and you did that the hardest way possible , don't need to remove 95% of that stuff , and only need a big socket and a hammer to remove and install the joint

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Thanks for sharing! Send me some raw video, I'll edit and publish it.

@MacAutoDiag 2 месяца назад

Make a video or sit down somewhere

@fkp1692 2 года назад

What do you guys think of the brand "Metrix" for lower ball joints? They are on Amazon for $25 each with decent reviews. Anyone use them before?

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Check out mevotech brand

@werdlyfe9577 2 года назад

They can't be any worse than Moogs! I had 3 Moogs all fail before 10k miles. The recommended replacements amongst the honda community are either OEM or Sankei 555 SB-6314. Sankei are made in Japan and only like $35 on amazon

@Jarednation63 3 года назад

Should the OTC 6734 work on a 2007 acura tl?

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Honda Accord Sedan ’03-’08, Honda Accord Coupe’03-’08 and Acura TSX ’04-’08. The TL is basically an Accord so it should work.

@mdbadalmiah6808 5 лет назад

Thank you sir

@wademacdougall1600 Год назад

What's with the new upper control arm,and lower control arm s cheaper with new ball joints in themselves then replace the old ones

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

The control arm's bushing where it mounts to the chassis can be worn out.

@Yophillips3272 3 года назад

Meanwhile takes me 1hr to find my tools. 3hrs to take rotor screws out lol

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

I always use a mechanical impact tool with a phillips bit to take off those rotor screws.

@MRKHANMRKHAN-rz8xe 4 года назад

Mitsubishi lancer 2003 car sound coming front when going bad road what his problem

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

Could be a lot of things. Worn suspension struts, ball joints, sway bar links, strut mount, control arm bushings ... to name some common suspension failures.

@werdlyfe9577 2 года назад

The problem is you bought a Mitsubishi.

@JRInstrumentals 3 года назад

The Axle Nut for the 7th Gen Accords (03-07) is 32 MM right? I’m gonna do this job too soon. Great Video sir!

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

If not 32mm you can rent them for free at most retail auto parts stores.

@mobillintas6695 4 года назад

Salam dari. Mobil lintas bg...

@romangonzalez5119 5 лет назад

Como son los bujes de amortiguadores delanteros

@BHondo86 3 года назад

You made that much harder than it had to be, can remove those with an air hammer. No need to take the knuckle out. Pop the lower remove the Axle from the hub and ratchet strap it to the side. Hammer out the old hammer in the new.

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Whatever works for you. I prefer not using a hammer on any press fitted parts. Usually damages the part.

@reza_dc2 5 лет назад

What kind of cordless impact is that. ? It looks like a Milwaukee .. Brand and mode name please. Great video

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

It's a Milwaukee M18 series 1/2" that puts out around 400 lbs of torque. I've had it for over 5 years and it's starting to wear out. If you're thinking about getting one, get the brush less "Fuel" brand with a minimum of 600 lbs of torque. I'm on the fence about getting the M18 2766-20 that puts out 1,100 lbs of torque "bare tool". Bare tool means without a battery and recharger.

@kermitalexander6655 3 года назад

I didn't notice you replaced the upper and lower control arms the first time 😅

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Did a separate video on that.

@edgarhernandez6609 5 лет назад

I looked up some ball joints for a 2008 Acura TL and they are greased already with no option to further grease. I don’t need to remove boot on those right?

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

That’s an excellent question. Only if the boot diameter is not larger than the diameter of the mounting hole in the steering knuckle. I now only buy lower ball joints where the boot is flush with the ball joint. Checkout Moog brand ball joints.

@kseries20-24only Год назад

@Hardly Moving Productions You are the man! Thanks for sharing the great tips and insights so others may learn how to do these jobs ourselves.

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

I appreciate that!

@mralmanac Год назад

By far the best help video i have ever watched!! Right to the point. And i didnt have to watch someone remove all 5 lugs with a ratchet. A+++

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

Thanks!

@Vickers010782 4 года назад

What are dimension of that pipes which were You using to remove Ball joint? Cheers.

@hardlymovingpro 4 года назад

It's a specialty tool that was part of a Honda specific ball joint service set.

@Vickers010782 4 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro thx for answer. So, could You tell me what is the size of this? I will make it with my own.

@JCB_vlog_with_Ankit 4 года назад

Bhai kaise pata kare ki ball joint kharab hone wala h kya kuchh aawaj aata h kya🤔

@Yenirakım 5 лет назад

its impossible to find correct adapter sizes for Accord 2005 here in Calgary

@hardlymovingpro 5 лет назад

You could use a generic adapter that matches the outer diameter of the ball joint and make it fit by cutting a notch with a rotary cut off tool.

@manuelramos4608 2 года назад

Good video man, definitely did it the quick way & it’s still properly installed!

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

Thanks! Quick and easy!

@vactthanapangkhamde4972 3 года назад

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@jenniferchavez897 Год назад

I was wondering what r the symptoms of a bad ball joint

@hardlymovingpro Год назад

You'll hear a popping noise when making a sharp turn of uneven road surfaces.

@ANDthe3 8 месяцев назад

Or sometimes it will make a creaking noise when you steer. sort of like a haunted house.

@jbl5222 3 года назад

Don’t you have to bleed the brake system after this?

@hardlymovingpro 3 года назад

Nope. Just bolt back on the brake caliper with the pads attached.

@juniorundersea 2 года назад

ok .can i buy the 3 to 7 honda accord to install it in a 2006 acura tsx ? .i cant find the complete assembly for the tsx , just for honda .

@hardlymovingpro 2 года назад

The 03 to 07 Accord lower ball joint fits the 04 to 08 TSX. Both vehicles use the same suspension and engine ... from my understanding.

@juniorundersea 2 года назад

@@hardlymovingpro ok thanks man .my concern is that on internet they sell these honda spindle knuckle for honda accord 03 to 07 but it say dosent fit acura tsx .and i see on other pages that honda accord 03 to 07 fix the acura 2006 😶 i dont know why they do that ,on ebay is full of these but are used and i dont trust an used part .and it say clear and loud ,fit honda and acura ..ok thanks for your help boss .

@werdlyfe9577 2 года назад

04-08 TSX is pretty much the same car as a 03-07 4 cyl Accord.