does anyone know what tool is needed to remove and replace the lower control arm? Specifically what is needed to compress the spring to be able to do it? I've recently redid the entire suspension but the bottom left ball joint wants to go in at an angle. I've replaced it twice in a year and that's just how its going to be. I've been told that it'll seed fine but Id love to have a backup plan just in case. any feedback is appreciated. I've uploaded a few pics to show what Im working with.

 

Is it 2wd or 4wd? If 4wd then you will need a torsion bar tool to release the pressure.

 

It's 2wd

 

I think that there is a tool that compresses the spring, but I can not tell you for sure as I have a 4wd.

 

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There is a tool but I was hoping someone had found a way to fabricate one with out buying it

 

I'd recommend the proper tool. There is a lot of contained energy in those springs and I'd hate to see someone get hurt really bad if it were to come flying out at you!

 

Its even scary with the tool!

 

Well that tool is cheaper than I thought. Yea I could imagine the recoil on a spring that's designed to hold that much weight