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Old Aug 9, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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Yeah, actually... those people are here somewhere. When I did my axles, I replaced both LBJ's because they really needed it anyway. Pictures can be found here:

http://homepage.mac.com/jafro/PhotoAlbum8.html

Go to that page. Most of the axle replacement pics from this DIY are in there, but there are a few specific pictures of the ball joint replacement in there. There's a snap-ring holding the LBJ in. Remove the snap ring and the one seal retaining ring from the hub (so you don't bend it as the LBJ comes out) and BFH the LBJ out. Press the new joint in with whatever you can find (I used welding clamps and patience). Put the new snap ring on it, put the seal retainer back in, and you're done. If you don't buy Honda LBJ's and end up with MOOG or another good aftermarket part, you might be lucky enough to get one with grease fittings. 5g and later civic suspensions don't have grease fittings but some aftermarket parts do. OMG those last longer. Just be sure to pack 'em with grease before putting it back on the ground if it did indeed come with grease fittings.

Tools needed: Flat-blade screwdriver, snap-ring pliers, BFH, bearing press or 6" welding clamps or whatever. So specific, I know. The important thing is that you're having fun doing it. Possibly a grease gun.

EDIT: ah what the heck, here are the pics...






This thread wasn't about doing LBJ's, because it throws off the whole 15-minute thing and needs more tools. Enjoy.

Last edited by Jafro; Aug 9, 2008 at 10:31 PM. Reason: adding pics.
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