Ball joint press need for Track Handling Pack?

[mikes2017gt]

Been looking at the installation instructions and the video on CJPP for the Ford Track Handling Pack. On page 20 of the instructions here:
https://performanceparts.ford.com/download/instructionsheets/FordInstShtM-FR3A-M8.pdf

It talks about and has pictures of a ball joint removal/install tool used to replace the toe bearings in the rear knuckles. I do not own this tool...but it looks like a big@ss C-clamp, which I do own one of. Is this a Mustang-specific tool? What Ford part number is it? Is there a cheaper tool that can do the job? Here's a picture from the instructions showing the tool in use.

I know Advance Auto Parts (and others) will rent out tools, but if a generic substitute won't work and I need this exact tool, I'll probably buy it.

Interestingly, the video on CJPP mentions nothing about the bearings. addle: As you can probably tell, I've never replaced bearings before. Thanks for the help.

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[keltymd]

go to autozone, oreillys or advance and rent one

 

[jbailer]

[MENTION=29008]mikes2017gt[/MENTION] I'm in the same boat and have the bearings and toe link sitting here waiting for me to figure it out. I usually just buy the tools when I need them but I don't want to buy the wrong thing to find out if I bought a different one, it would have been much better or don't rent a "blah blah blah" or you will be hating life, it will be much harder...

 

[Rebellion]

Been looking at the installation instructions and the video on CJPP for the Ford Track Handling Pack. On page 20 of the instructions here:
https://performanceparts.ford.com/download/instructionsheets/FordInstShtM-FR3A-M8.pdf

It talks about and has pictures of a ball joint removal/install tool used to replace the toe bearings in the rear knuckles. I do not own this tool...but it looks like a big@ss C-clamp, which I do own one of. Is this a Mustang-specific tool? What Ford part number is it? Is there a cheaper tool that can do the job? Here's a picture from the instructions showing the tool in use.

I know Advance Auto Parts (and others) will rent out tools, but if a generic substitute won't work and I need this exact tool, I'll probably buy it.

Interestingly, the video on CJPP mentions nothing about the bearings. addle: As you can probably tell, I've never replaced bearings before. Thanks for the help.

A generic ball joint press will work...just make sure you get the correct sized cups and socket.

 

[Grintch]

Watch out, sometimes the loner/rental tools are worn out. Give them a good inspection before you leave the store.

 

[Tommy V]

Go to harbor freight,they are cheap and will work for what u need.

 

[mikes2017gt]

Thanks guys. I've been looking at YouTube vids on the subject and found a few extolling how great the HF kit is for the money. I own a bunch of their hand tools already, so I will probably go that way.

 

[lucasmelobr]

Rebellion is correct, the challenge is getting the right cups and socket. The tool I rented from Oreillys did not have one that was a good fit. I can't recall the size but I had to buy different sockets. It was a pain to get it out and get the new one in...

Not even sure it's worth the hassle. That part of the job was over 50% of the install time, maybe it's just me :(

 

[mikes2017gt]

Well, it's looking like I will still need the tool, for the same use/part. I'm going with an all-Steeda suspension upgrade, but the toe bearings are the one part none of the Steeda upgrades comes with.

I've no problem buying a ball joint press set from Harbor Freight; I have lots of their hand tools and 99% of them are a great value.

Can anyone tell me if this set comes with the proper size cup?
http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint-service-kit-for-2wd-and-4wd-vehicles-63279.html

I have no idea what size the bearing is but the press comes with:
Receiving tubes: 3 in. OD x 2-3/4 in. ID x 2-1/4 in. L, 2-1/2 in. OD x 2-1/4 in. ID x 1-3/4 in. L, 2 in. OD x 1-3/4 in. ID x 1-3/4 in. L, Installer Adapter: 15/16 in. ID, Removal Adapter: 1/2 in. ID, Press Cups: 1-3/4 in. ID x 3-11/16 in. L, 2 in. ID x 2-1/2 in. L, Press Adapter: 1-7/8 in. ID x 13/16 in. L

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