You may need a torch to get the old outer tie rod ends off. Wasn't easy
each time I've done it. And no matter how good I think I've eyballed it or
counted the threads/turns, I still end up needing an alignment afterwards.

If you're talking about the S-Series, the lower ball joints are a part of
the lower control arms. You have to replace entire control arm. The upper
strut mounts actually act as the upper ball joints. To replace those,
you'll need a spring compressor and an alignment afterwards. It's not
common when they go bad, so most people wait to have them replaced until
they replace their struts.

Lane [ lane (at) evilplastic.com ]
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"rodod" > wrote in message
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> I'm going to replace the tie rod ends myself and possibly the balljoints.
> I've done it on a ford but I've never done it on a Saturn.
> Is there anything to watch out for?
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