I've tried ALL the tricks in the book except using an acetylene torch to remove the front lower ball joints from my 2015 STi. I was about to call and send him to the store when I came across this great tool. Turned a headache into a triumph! 2 notes I need to share with everyone reading this. 1.) Do what it says and LUB THE THREAD After reading the many reviews of how they broke it, I have to wonder if they skipped this step. The lubricant reduces stress on the threads and makes removal easier. 2.) DO NOT use a percussion gun. Honestly, you'd better not use it. A nice long rod or tube at the end of the ratchet will do. If, after freeing him, you try to pull him out all the way with a blunt weapon, hit yourself. Knowing how strong the breakaway torque of some air pistols can be, it would be wise not to use such a tool alone with this one. If you have a hairpin switch, do yourself a favor and stick with the broken rod. This is how you can assess your feelings. If it's stubborn, you can add a little more penetrant or heat to the mix instead of pounding on it with a gun and breaking the tool. Best $30 I've spent on a tool in a long time. I would spend 4 times more with a MINIMUM to work elsewhere. This is a must have for anyone dealing with Subaru ball joints in my opinion.
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