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Old 6th April 2021, 07:16   #8
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Originally Posted by COLVERT View Post
Unscrew the nut flush with the thread end. Hold 1/8 alloy plate against the nut. Whack with lump hammer. Off in less than 1/2 second with no damage.--
Was this a whack swung from your friend's inspection pit Jon?
I obviously tried that, repeatedly, and it didn't work. It also risks damaging the thread on the balljoint pin, the nut or both! It's not easy hammering upwards with the required force to release a taper joint when lying on your side on a garage floor.

The purpose of my post was not to engage in a contest of machismo. It was to provide details of an easily obtainable and low priced specialist tool for those members who wish to follow EastPete's advice, that's all.

Simon
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