I'll show you how to remove and replace the upper control arm and how to also remove and replace the lower ball joint on a 2008 Chevy Tahoe.
Жүктеу.....
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@sherribrowning15 күн бұрын
I like the long videos helps me be more accurate I'm a female who likes to work on my own vehicle so there's no one to blame if it's not right.
@MrYoungj20094 ай бұрын
Long form videos are the best and informative 👍🏼 keep up the good work man!
@Drum13um6 ай бұрын
I like how real you are in the videos; constantly reminding yourself not to swear lol Great work, btw.
@meykamp Жыл бұрын
I liked BOTH the long and short versions. Also stating the book time is important and helpful. I don't know how mechanics to what they do but am grateful. Thanks!
@nataliemurray7922 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Very through! My 08 suburban needs the uppers and lowers done. My husband and I are do-it-yourselfers. We'll probably be tackling this job soon. Thanks for the helpful video.
@marcusjancewicz89275 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. Had a issue getting that lower ball joint off. See what you did and a little more patience I got it out. Great video!! Marcus in Kissimmee Florida
@randysmith16303 ай бұрын
I like the long versions. I haven't done this type of work before, so the step by step method works for me to understand everything better.
@JesusGuerrero-fe3du10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the great video explaining everything on how to replace upper and lower ball joints and upper and lower control arms
@robertklar848111 ай бұрын
great job. I like the long version. never had to replace my own ball joints before. I may try it now. your fast as hell.
@timbraun3716Ай бұрын
I like both but the long format gives the details and nuances.
@Blackpillscape Жыл бұрын
Sped up and the slow in-depth were perfect. Thanks for giving a damn 💯
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@marioontiveros3388 Жыл бұрын
I really like how you explain Everything, thanks
@ljbegay2 ай бұрын
Thank u for posting this. We have it 1/2 way done now and we're debating on removing the shocks. So we will try ur method. I prefer the long version. Better to see exactly what is being done.
@jamesu Жыл бұрын
I like the longer format. I can always speed up the video if it is slow! Thanks for the video
@buzzspencer1727 Жыл бұрын
Excellent - like the fast video but found the slower one - excellent real time instruction especially for shade tree DIY mechanics - also like the wisdom of not using after market for truck.
@antoniomoya94796 ай бұрын
Really good video, it really helped me A LOT
@user-dx3eo4wu8j6 ай бұрын
Love this video, very informative
@ericakeoke6353 Жыл бұрын
Great explanation! looking forward to more content! Im a DIYer but don't think I'd attempt this one. Good to know the amount of work that goes into each component. much appriciated!
@raydavis1989 Жыл бұрын
Dude that video was helpful thank u
@Notaslave19612 ай бұрын
Good stuff!! I like regular speed can 2X or click forward if needed. Thanks.
@user-xl1hm3fi2o10 ай бұрын
awesome video very helpful
@user-ri8pw5ki3z7 ай бұрын
Good job on the long term video thanks
@l.carpio6369 Жыл бұрын
The way you did this video works perfect. Thanks for the upload saved me $1500.
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
No problem, thanks for watching.
@l.carpio6369
Жыл бұрын
By any chance would you know, I went to the auto parts store to buy the parts and they asked me if the parts were Cast Iron, Steel, or Aluminum does it make a difference?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Cast Iron and aluminum arms have a larger ball joint that fit the same knuckle. Steel knuckles with forged steel control arms had smaller ball joint holes that match the cast steel arms only.
@l.carpio6369
Жыл бұрын
Is the upper control arm cast iron or steel does it make a difference? Online it doesn’t state if the upper control arm is steel or cast just the lower ball joint!
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Steel will be welded together. Cast Iron will be forged, no welds, a solid piece. If you get the wrong one it won't seat correctly into the knuckle, it'll be very noticeable it won't set all the way in. The one on my thumb nail of the video is forged/cast iron.
@morecowbell235 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful thank you!
@elizj7138 ай бұрын
Nice video, Thanks for the info
@andresgrijalva82124 ай бұрын
Your a life saver bro
@thomascooper19324 күн бұрын
You can use the ball joint press to remove the old ball joint also.
@SteichenFamily2 ай бұрын
Do you have to flair out the top edges of the new lower ball joint?
@scotty623 Жыл бұрын
Great vid..the slow was awesome
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@justinbrown48198 ай бұрын
Hey I`m gonna have to to this, this weekend on my 2010 Tahoe do you have recommendations for after maker control arm and ball joints? Thank by the way the video was awesome! I liked the time lapse then you slowed it down to show us how to do it. Good format for sure
@bradbrooks57396 ай бұрын
Good job the short video sthrigt to the point will get more attention and also have the link to see the longer version
@joemedvec22482 күн бұрын
Nice work. Only thing i could say to help others . Is you didn’t mention that you took the axle out. Lol.
@showmemechanics
2 күн бұрын
@@joemedvec2248 I didn't, it was a 2wd vehicle. Thanks for watching, appreciate it.
@gueritovera8 күн бұрын
Hi! Thanks for putting together this great video! I have to replace the driver side upper and lower joints on my 2016 GMC Yukon SLT. Looking for recs on where to purchase the best parts. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
@showmemechanics
8 күн бұрын
@@gueritovera If you can, go to your local Dealership.
@guerosolis5794 Жыл бұрын
I like the slow version better. Thanks
@kushandflightscrew5 ай бұрын
forged steel or cast iron?
@jaybaker1743 Жыл бұрын
Did I miss how you unbolted and removed the drive shaft from right side? Looks like you have that already removed at the point you start tackling caliber removal, which makes everything you did after that way easier.
@Frameon-jz6cq Жыл бұрын
And people wonder why shop rates are expensive. This is like a 5 hour book time with proper tools.
@jacobclyons
9 ай бұрын
Absolutely RIGHT!!!!!
@blueberrydrum19
8 ай бұрын
That’s why it’s best to do it your self it’s cheaper
@diego3ful
7 ай бұрын
If u have the experience and tools, 2 hours at the most
@rite2beararms
6 ай бұрын
Don't forget higher mileage and road salt. I get to cut out those camber bolts up top, and everything else needed to be heated and sprayed with penetrating oil. Really kills productivity. @diego3ful
@fredc8618
Ай бұрын
Yea this was a walk in the park not always like that shit can be stuck af
@garyhoward249010 ай бұрын
Great vid. 2 questions. How much more work would it be, to replce the lower control arm also? So you would have new bushings. And #2...why not replace the wheel bearings, at the same time? Since you already have it apart. Thanks.
@showmemechanics
10 ай бұрын
It's only 6 more bolts to remove the lower control arm, and the bushings are pre-pressed in. You could replace the wheel bearing if you wanted too. The reasons we don't, is one the parts aren't faulty or two the customers budget. It's a huge price difference between the ball joint and complete control arm. Thanks for watching.
@kellihartman7597 Жыл бұрын
Great video, What lower control arm bushing would you recommend?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
None, I always replace the complete lower control arm, or just the ball joint, depending on the circumstances. Never just the bushings, do to it causes a lot of problems down the road.
@mack6064 ай бұрын
What are the necessary front end parts that must be replaced and the ones just leave alone
@showmemechanics
4 ай бұрын
You only change the parts that are loose or the bushings are worn out on, other than that I'd leave them alone. Thanks for watching.
@cwsosby Жыл бұрын
Great video. Could you have pressed out the lower with the same tool you pressed it in with?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Yes
@cwsosby
Жыл бұрын
@@showmemechanics Good to know cause I’ll beat the crap outta everything other than that ball joint with a hammer 😂.
@jagiii63627 күн бұрын
Official 👍 long version.
@oscalito76111 ай бұрын
Does the new lower ball joint need to be secured somehow once in?
@showmemechanics
11 ай бұрын
If you install a GM or ACdelco ball joint, no due to they are tapered and need pressing in. Aftermarket ones DO have a clip to retain them into place.
@oscalito761
11 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics Thanks you very much, i will be installing an oem one Monday (2007 Avalanche 2wd) and its the exact one you did in video was worried but not any more!
@DIGS16 Жыл бұрын
What about greasing the ball joints , how often ?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Like twice a year, maybe, cause once it's greased it doesn't go anywhere unless the boot breaks.
@DIGS16
Жыл бұрын
@@showmemechanics thanks for the reply, guess I will have to get on that lol I replaced the upper control arm in 2021 but haven’t re greased since
@jamesd.99556 ай бұрын
Im doing this next week I think im gonna be alright
@rubenvilla77059 ай бұрын
Where did you buy the parts?
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
At my Chevrolet dealership. Not aftermarket.
@Drum13um6 ай бұрын
Tri-pod for your point of view
@lizard944 Жыл бұрын
Living on the edge stealing your daughter's tripod...lol.
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Yep, lol. Thanks for watching.
@inthefight Жыл бұрын
24:24
@RegularJohntv Жыл бұрын
Honestly dude, the one side time lapsed, then the other side explained out is not a bad format 🤷
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thx
@Cmsnd Жыл бұрын
How are you not bending or distorting the lower control arm by beating on it like that?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Just think of the force of the vehicle weight on it compared to you hitting it.
@allgasnobreakforlife3527 Жыл бұрын
Long because people always skip important steps
@billylovelace3242 ай бұрын
Don't go the speed up route
@dzookie19 ай бұрын
Well… u never said anything about the axel bolt… now im fooked
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
Sorry bout that, the vehicle I did was a 2wd and not a 4wd. The axle nut is a 36mm socket to take it off. Just one extra step. Hope you get it.
@dzookie1
9 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics do i need to put it back together to get it off?
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
No, just take the nut off the axle and the knuckle will slide towards you and down. You might have to leave the nut on a little and hit the axle cause sometimes they get rusted in there, try not to damage the threads. When going back on, you have to get both the axle and lower ball joint in the knuckle holes almost at the same time to slide in.
@dzookie1
9 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics when i try to take the axel nut off it spins
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
You can stick a pry bar between the studs to help hold it.
@Alex-sd6mc3 ай бұрын
Instead of beating it to all hell, why not just spend 50-100 bucks for a ball joint tool
@showmemechanics
3 ай бұрын
It's easier to beat it out. The Ball joint tool will bend, unless you buy snap on.
@Alex-sd6mc
3 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics I've changed out about 15 ball joints with one tool from Amazon...no bends, no breaks, no thread damage, no sweat. Idk, maybe I'm lucky
@fredc8618
Ай бұрын
@Alex-sd6mc extremely lucky usually on these what he did with the air hammer still doesn't work had to cut the top part off then beat it out.. also gad to cut a pitman arm then open up Crack with air hammer then press out
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I like the long videos helps me be more accurate I'm a female who likes to work on my own vehicle so there's no one to blame if it's not right.
Long form videos are the best and informative 👍🏼 keep up the good work man!
I like how real you are in the videos; constantly reminding yourself not to swear lol Great work, btw.
I liked BOTH the long and short versions. Also stating the book time is important and helpful. I don't know how mechanics to what they do but am grateful. Thanks!
Great video! Very through! My 08 suburban needs the uppers and lowers done. My husband and I are do-it-yourselfers. We'll probably be tackling this job soon. Thanks for the helpful video.
Thank you so much for this video. Had a issue getting that lower ball joint off. See what you did and a little more patience I got it out. Great video!! Marcus in Kissimmee Florida
I like the long versions. I haven't done this type of work before, so the step by step method works for me to understand everything better.
Thank you for the great video explaining everything on how to replace upper and lower ball joints and upper and lower control arms
great job. I like the long version. never had to replace my own ball joints before. I may try it now. your fast as hell.
I like both but the long format gives the details and nuances.
Sped up and the slow in-depth were perfect. Thanks for giving a damn 💯
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
I really like how you explain Everything, thanks
Thank u for posting this. We have it 1/2 way done now and we're debating on removing the shocks. So we will try ur method. I prefer the long version. Better to see exactly what is being done.
I like the longer format. I can always speed up the video if it is slow! Thanks for the video
Excellent - like the fast video but found the slower one - excellent real time instruction especially for shade tree DIY mechanics - also like the wisdom of not using after market for truck.
Really good video, it really helped me A LOT
Love this video, very informative
Great explanation! looking forward to more content! Im a DIYer but don't think I'd attempt this one. Good to know the amount of work that goes into each component. much appriciated!
Dude that video was helpful thank u
Good stuff!! I like regular speed can 2X or click forward if needed. Thanks.
awesome video very helpful
Good job on the long term video thanks
The way you did this video works perfect. Thanks for the upload saved me $1500.
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
No problem, thanks for watching.
@l.carpio6369
Жыл бұрын
By any chance would you know, I went to the auto parts store to buy the parts and they asked me if the parts were Cast Iron, Steel, or Aluminum does it make a difference?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Cast Iron and aluminum arms have a larger ball joint that fit the same knuckle. Steel knuckles with forged steel control arms had smaller ball joint holes that match the cast steel arms only.
@l.carpio6369
Жыл бұрын
Is the upper control arm cast iron or steel does it make a difference? Online it doesn’t state if the upper control arm is steel or cast just the lower ball joint!
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Steel will be welded together. Cast Iron will be forged, no welds, a solid piece. If you get the wrong one it won't seat correctly into the knuckle, it'll be very noticeable it won't set all the way in. The one on my thumb nail of the video is forged/cast iron.
Very helpful thank you!
Nice video, Thanks for the info
Your a life saver bro
You can use the ball joint press to remove the old ball joint also.
Do you have to flair out the top edges of the new lower ball joint?
Great vid..the slow was awesome
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thanks
Hey I`m gonna have to to this, this weekend on my 2010 Tahoe do you have recommendations for after maker control arm and ball joints? Thank by the way the video was awesome! I liked the time lapse then you slowed it down to show us how to do it. Good format for sure
Good job the short video sthrigt to the point will get more attention and also have the link to see the longer version
Nice work. Only thing i could say to help others . Is you didn’t mention that you took the axle out. Lol.
@showmemechanics
2 күн бұрын
@@joemedvec2248 I didn't, it was a 2wd vehicle. Thanks for watching, appreciate it.
Hi! Thanks for putting together this great video! I have to replace the driver side upper and lower joints on my 2016 GMC Yukon SLT. Looking for recs on where to purchase the best parts. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
@showmemechanics
8 күн бұрын
@@gueritovera If you can, go to your local Dealership.
I like the slow version better. Thanks
forged steel or cast iron?
Did I miss how you unbolted and removed the drive shaft from right side? Looks like you have that already removed at the point you start tackling caliber removal, which makes everything you did after that way easier.
And people wonder why shop rates are expensive. This is like a 5 hour book time with proper tools.
@jacobclyons
9 ай бұрын
Absolutely RIGHT!!!!!
@blueberrydrum19
8 ай бұрын
That’s why it’s best to do it your self it’s cheaper
@diego3ful
7 ай бұрын
If u have the experience and tools, 2 hours at the most
@rite2beararms
6 ай бұрын
Don't forget higher mileage and road salt. I get to cut out those camber bolts up top, and everything else needed to be heated and sprayed with penetrating oil. Really kills productivity. @diego3ful
@fredc8618
Ай бұрын
Yea this was a walk in the park not always like that shit can be stuck af
Great vid. 2 questions. How much more work would it be, to replce the lower control arm also? So you would have new bushings. And #2...why not replace the wheel bearings, at the same time? Since you already have it apart. Thanks.
@showmemechanics
10 ай бұрын
It's only 6 more bolts to remove the lower control arm, and the bushings are pre-pressed in. You could replace the wheel bearing if you wanted too. The reasons we don't, is one the parts aren't faulty or two the customers budget. It's a huge price difference between the ball joint and complete control arm. Thanks for watching.
Great video, What lower control arm bushing would you recommend?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
None, I always replace the complete lower control arm, or just the ball joint, depending on the circumstances. Never just the bushings, do to it causes a lot of problems down the road.
What are the necessary front end parts that must be replaced and the ones just leave alone
@showmemechanics
4 ай бұрын
You only change the parts that are loose or the bushings are worn out on, other than that I'd leave them alone. Thanks for watching.
Great video. Could you have pressed out the lower with the same tool you pressed it in with?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Yes
@cwsosby
Жыл бұрын
@@showmemechanics Good to know cause I’ll beat the crap outta everything other than that ball joint with a hammer 😂.
Official 👍 long version.
Does the new lower ball joint need to be secured somehow once in?
@showmemechanics
11 ай бұрын
If you install a GM or ACdelco ball joint, no due to they are tapered and need pressing in. Aftermarket ones DO have a clip to retain them into place.
@oscalito761
11 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics Thanks you very much, i will be installing an oem one Monday (2007 Avalanche 2wd) and its the exact one you did in video was worried but not any more!
What about greasing the ball joints , how often ?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Like twice a year, maybe, cause once it's greased it doesn't go anywhere unless the boot breaks.
@DIGS16
Жыл бұрын
@@showmemechanics thanks for the reply, guess I will have to get on that lol I replaced the upper control arm in 2021 but haven’t re greased since
Im doing this next week I think im gonna be alright
Where did you buy the parts?
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
At my Chevrolet dealership. Not aftermarket.
Tri-pod for your point of view
Living on the edge stealing your daughter's tripod...lol.
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Yep, lol. Thanks for watching.
24:24
Honestly dude, the one side time lapsed, then the other side explained out is not a bad format 🤷
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Thx
How are you not bending or distorting the lower control arm by beating on it like that?
@showmemechanics
Жыл бұрын
Just think of the force of the vehicle weight on it compared to you hitting it.
Long because people always skip important steps
Don't go the speed up route
Well… u never said anything about the axel bolt… now im fooked
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
Sorry bout that, the vehicle I did was a 2wd and not a 4wd. The axle nut is a 36mm socket to take it off. Just one extra step. Hope you get it.
@dzookie1
9 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics do i need to put it back together to get it off?
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
No, just take the nut off the axle and the knuckle will slide towards you and down. You might have to leave the nut on a little and hit the axle cause sometimes they get rusted in there, try not to damage the threads. When going back on, you have to get both the axle and lower ball joint in the knuckle holes almost at the same time to slide in.
@dzookie1
9 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics when i try to take the axel nut off it spins
@showmemechanics
9 ай бұрын
You can stick a pry bar between the studs to help hold it.
Instead of beating it to all hell, why not just spend 50-100 bucks for a ball joint tool
@showmemechanics
3 ай бұрын
It's easier to beat it out. The Ball joint tool will bend, unless you buy snap on.
@Alex-sd6mc
3 ай бұрын
@@showmemechanics I've changed out about 15 ball joints with one tool from Amazon...no bends, no breaks, no thread damage, no sweat. Idk, maybe I'm lucky
@fredc8618
Ай бұрын
@Alex-sd6mc extremely lucky usually on these what he did with the air hammer still doesn't work had to cut the top part off then beat it out.. also gad to cut a pitman arm then open up Crack with air hammer then press out
Long