First time trying to press ball joints (and 1st time doing a lift install this weekend). Was getting some pre-work in, attempting to press 555 ball joints I got from @cruiseroutfitters because my dobinsons were only available without ball joints or with moog’s from Exit Offroad.
I have a press kit and pretty sure I am doing it right….got em in pretty good but doesnt seem far enough in compared to some youtube videos I have found. My question is - am I clueless and shouldn’t be trying to press until I first have the backs of arms installed in vehicle - or should I drive the uca’s to a local shop to press them in using their press? I didnt want to install the uca if I was gonna still not be able to press them further.
Appreciate the help and guidance. Her are pics of how far i have them seated.
I have a press kit and pretty sure I am doing it right….got em in pretty good but doesnt seem far enough in compared to some youtube videos I have found. My question is - am I clueless and shouldn’t be trying to press until I first have the backs of arms installed in vehicle - or should I drive the uca’s to a local shop to press them in using their press? I didnt want to install the uca if I was gonna still not be able to press them further.
Appreciate the help and guidance. Her are pics of how far i have them seated.