Upper Balljoint Replacement - 3rd Gen Toyota 4Runner 1996-2002

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In this video, I show you how I change out the upper ball joints. This method can be done with the steering knuckle in the vehicle. Enjoy!

Parts:
Toyota OEM Upper Ball Joint #43310-39016 (need 2)
Optionally: Toyota OEM Upper Ball Joint Reboot Kit #43324-39015 (need 2)

Aftermarker Parts:
SPC: https://amzn.to/39KScdR
JBA: https://jbaoffroad.com/jba-std-high-c...
Total Chaos: https://www.chaosfab.com/product/1996...

Tools:
Square-ish Piece of Plate Steel https://www.homedepot.com/p/3-8-in-x-...
Flat Head Screwdriver
3/8" Ratchet https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-d...
1/2" Ratchet https://www.harborfreight.com/12-in-d...
1/2" Torque Wrench https://amzn.to/3OX5c4X
10mm socket https://amzn.to/3c2MxGr
12mm socket https://amzn.to/3c2MxGr
16mm socket https://amzn.to/3c2MxGr
19mm socket https://amzn.to/3RmuIlF
21mm socket https://amzn.to/3RmuIlF
27mm socket https://amzn.to/3RmuIlF
Proto USA Snap Ring Pliers https://amzn.to/3Indwsp
Dikes / Wire Cutters https://amzn.to/3c22i0n
Locking Pliers https://amzn.to/3IoVu90
Strap https://amzn.to/3PfzOyp
Angle Grinder https://amzn.to/3nSBaUd
4 1/2" Cut Off Wheel https://amzn.to/3bP2z6z
Safety Gear https://www.harborfreight.com/safety/...
3 Ton Jack https://www.harborfreight.com/automot...
6 Ton Jack Stand https://www.harborfreight.com/6-ton-h...

Optional:
3/8" M12 Impact Guns https://amzn.to/3uATlS4
3/8" M12 Ratchet https://amzn.to/3uBKT4S
1/2" Makita Impact Gun https://amzn.to/3AGs5W2

O-Reilly's Rental Tools:
Balljoint C Press 67045 https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/...
4WD Ball Joint Adapter Kit 67048 (only O'Reilly's has this) https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/...
2/3 Jaw Puller 67022 or 67020 https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/...

Useful Information:
Factory Service Manual Section SA-67
Upper Balljoint Castle Nut Size: 19mm
Torque: 80 ft/lbs

Upon further research, someone has found an even easier method (no cutting) for the upper balljoint. Have a read: https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-ge...

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