Help, disconnecting drag link

[CheepJeep]

I need help asap. What is the best way to pull the drag link from the pitman arm and tie rods? I only have propane, no oxy-acet torch.

 

[cool_edge]

You can use a pickle fork to remove the drag link (is that the right name?) from the pitman arm. <br><br>pickle fork<br><br>Good luck.<br><br>Andy

 

[75MIKE]

Any car parts places like Schucks , Autozone........will have a Pickle Fork. Include a big hammer to go along with the fork.

 

[rflud]

The pickle fork is the best way but plan on destroying the rubber boot on the drag link. If you decide to hit the ball joint with a hammer then make sure leave the nut on it so you don't destroy the threads.<br>

 

[GRIZZLY]

Take 2 ball pein hammers of the same size, holding one in each hand, smack both sides of the drag link simultaneously until it drops out(Obviously take the nut off first). May take a few shots but it usually works.

 

[rflud]

Ahhhh, vibration. I have heard of using this method with other stuck objects. Just didn't think to use it on this. Good idea!

 

[Ranger77]

Use a pickle fork. Just replaced my steering linkage last week and got my Bronco back on the road again.