Top 10 Mercedes Ball Joint Tools
for June 2023

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Ball joint tools are used for adjusting and replacing ball joints on a car. Ball joints are a type of joint on a car's suspension, which connect a wheel to the vehicle's frame. Ball joints are most often found on front wheels and are formed by a ball and socket, or spherical, joint.

Ball joint tools include ball joint pullers, which loosen and tighten ball joints, and ball joint pressers, which compress the ball joint. These tools are used on both car and truck ball joints, although some models also work on trailer ball joints. Ball joint tools are used to replace a ball joint if it's broken or worn out. Ball joint tools are also useful for adjusting the alignment of ball joints, which is important for maintaining a smooth ride.

In the MOOZ Themes Reviews Lab, we test ball joint tools for performance, including ease of use, safety and speed. We also evaluate each model for durability, such as how long it will last before needing replacing. Here are the top 10 ball joint tools to buy in 2022:

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CTA Tools 1732 Ball Joint Socket is a universal joint socket that can be used instead of the standard ball joint socket. The socket is precision crafted out of high grade steel, which is heat treated and chrome plated. The socket is designed to fit most makes and models of vehicles, including vehicles by BMW and Mercedes. The socket is designed in such a way that it prevents any damage to the vehicle's suspension. The socket features a 41mm x 12 point ball joint which looks exactly like a standard ball joint socket. The socket has 8mm of play. The socket comes with a 1-year warranty.

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The CTA Tools 1082 ball joint socket is a sturdy, well-made socket that's designed to last a long time. It's made entirely of hardened steel, and it's fully machined, so it's as smooth as can be. The socket is also well built, with a thick steel collar and a steel ball detent that locks securely into place. The 1082 socket is designed to work with 3/4-inch square drive M-Class ball joints. The socket has a 63mm square drive, and it's 50mm long, so it's long enough to reach deep into most 3/4-inch square drive ball joints. The socket is also designed to fit square drive M-Class ball joints with a 50mm ID, so it's compatible with a wide range of joints. The socket's long, smooth, square-drive design makes it easy to insert and extract the ball joint, and it's comfortable to hold. The socket has a 4-Lug design, so it's designed to reach a 32mm socket. The socket's 4-Lug design also makes it easier to install and remove the ball joint. The socket's long, square-drive design makes it compatible with most of the 3/4-inch square drive M-Class ball joints, and it's long enough to reach deep into those joints, so it's a good choice if you're replacing worn or damaged ball joints.

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SCITOO Fit 1998–2005 ​for Mercedes-Benz Series 220 S-Class 2001 ​for Mercedes-Benz Series 230 SL-Class Ball Joint Removal Installation Bushings Tool Set

SCITOO Fit 1998–2005 ​for Mercedes-Benz Series 220 S-Class 2001 ​for Series Mercedes-Benz 230 SL-Class Ball Joint Removal Installation Bushings Tool Set

by SCITOO

Benefit : Made by heavy-duty forged steel with black-oxide finish on adapters for maximum strength and longevity that resists rust and corrosion

The SCITOO Fit 1998-2005​for Mercedes-Benz Series 220 S-Class 2001​for Mercedes-Benz Series 230 SL-Class Ball Joint Removal Installation Bushings Tool Set is a small but helpful tool set that you are unlikely to have easy access to. It's basically a ball joint press and bushing removal tool all in one, which makes it a more portable alternative to the press and bushing removal kits that come with most suspension kits. The kit comes with a compression head, a pressure pad, two metric wrenches, and a spindle that fits a variety of vehicles, so you can use it for a variety of different vehicles. The press works well and appears to have enough pressure to remove the ball joints on most cars, including models from Mercedes-Benz. The pad, which is placed between the head and the spindle, makes pressing the joint so much easier. The wrenches are high quality and fit well in the compression heads. Overall, the kit is compact and easy to use, and it's much more affordable than the press and bushing removal kits that come with most suspension kits.

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9TRADING Mercedes Benz W220 W211 W230 Ball Joint Press Installer Removal Kit Tool C-Clamp

9TRADING Mercedes Benz W220 W211 W230 Ball Press Joint Installer Removal Kit Tool C-Clamp

by 9TRADING

This is a high quality, professional grade ball joint removal tool allows for the installation and removal of ball joints on vehicles without the removal of any parts while on the vehicle. Can also be used to press universal joints.

The C Clamp Installation/Removal Tool Kit from 9trading is for Mercedes Benz W220 W211 W230 models.

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Heavy Duty Ball Joint Press & U Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4wd Adapters, for Most 2WD and 4WD Cars and Light Trucks (BK)

Orion Motor Tech Heavy Duty Ball Joint Press U & Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4wd Adapters

by Orion Motor Tech

PROFESSIONAL-GRADE DURABILITY: Constructed from heavy-duty forged steel with black-oxide finished adapters for maximum strength and longevity that resists rust and corrosion to endure years of heavy use.

The Orion Motor Tech Ball Joint Press and U-Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4x4 Adapters is extremely powerful and easy to use. The included adapters fit most American domestic and imported cars and light pickup trucks, making installation a breeze. The kit also includes 4 receiving tubes, 1 receiving cup, 1 receiving adapter, 1 removal adapter, 1 installation adapter, 1 forcing-screw press, 1 installation cup, 1 installation screw. The parts are all made from heavy-duty steel, and each one is labeled for quick and easy identification. The kit comes with a heavy-duty plastic carrying case with handle, so you can easily keep it organized and safe. The instructions are straightforward, and the tools themselves are easy to use. The kit can quickly and easily remove and install most ball joints and U-joints on most American domestic and imported cars and light pickup trucks. The kit can also remove and install brake anchor pins, stabilizer links, and tie rod ends on select vehicles. Overall, the Orion Motor Tech Ball Joint Press and U-Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4x4 Adapters is high-quality and well-made, and it's an essential tool for repairing and maintaining your vehicle.

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Heavy Duty Ball Joint Press & U Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4x4 Adapters, for Most 2WD and 4WD Cars and Light Trucks (BL)

Orion Motor Tech Heavy Duty Ball Joint Press U & Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4x4 Adapters

by Orion Motor Tech

PROFESSIONAL-GRADE DURABILITY: Constructed from heavy-duty forged steel with black-oxide finished adapters for maximum strength and longevity that resists rust and corrosion to endure years of heavy use.

The ORION MOTOR TECH Ball Joint Press & U Joint Removal Tool Kit with 4x4 Adapters is an inexpensive, all-in-one tool for removing press-fit parts on 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The kit has all the necessary components for removing ball joints, U-joints, brake anchor pins, and more. The press is lightweight, compact, and easy to operate. It includes the necessary adapters for ball joint presses on most 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The kit also comes with a 1/2-inch drive extension for ball joint presses, and it has adapters for Dana 30 and 44 front axles found on Ford, GM, Dodge, IHC, and Jeep vehicles. The extension is long enough to remove ball joints on most SUVs. The kit also includes a 1/4-inch drive extension for U-joint presses, and it has adapters for Dana 44 front axles found on Ford, GM, Dodge, IHC, and Jeep vehicles. The press forces you to press the ball joint or U-joint out, and the adapter locks the ball joint into place as you press. The press and adapters have sturdy handles that are comfortable to hold. The kit comes with a heavy-duty plastic carrying case with a handle for transporting and storing the components, and the kit is compact enough to carry with you in your car. The press locks into place, and you can use the press and adapters without having to pack the kit away. The press is durable enough to remove ball joints without breaking them, and you can use the press and adapters on most 2WD and 4WD vehicles.

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DASBET 4 in1 Ball Joint Service Auto Tool Kit 2WD & 4WD Car Repair Remover Installer

DASBET 4 in1 Ball Joint Service Auto Tool 2WD Kit & 4WD Car Repair Remover Installer

by DASBET

DURABLEConstructed from heavy duty forged steel to ensure strength and durability

The DASBET 4 in 1 Ball Joint Service Auto Tool Kit 2WD & 4WD Car Repair Remover Installer kit contains all the parts needed for removing and installing ball joints, U-joints, and brake anchor pins on most 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The kit includes a 2-3/4x2" C-frame press, 3 receiver tubes sizes: 2-3/4x3", 2-1/4x 2-1/2" & 1-3/4"x2", installation and removing adapters, 2 ball joint puller tool, 1 ball joint press tool, 1 U-joint press tool, 1 brake anchor pin puller tool, 1 torque wrench, and 1 screwdriver. The DASBET 4 in 1 Ball Joint Service Auto Tool Kit 2WD & 4WD Car Repair Remover Installer kit is absolutely essential for any mechanic or DIYer that works on 2WD and 4WD vehicles. The kit is easy to use and contains all the parts needed for removing and installing ball joints, U-joints, and brake anchor pins on most 2WD and 4WD vehicles.

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Orion Motor Tech 5pc Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal Kit (BL06)

Orion Motor Tech Ball 5pc Joint Separator

by Orion Motor Tech

3. UNIVERSALLY COMPATIBLE WITH A WIDE RANGE OF VEHICLES: The versatile design allows this tool to be used as a pitman arm remover, ball joint separator, or tie rod end puller for many small, domestic rear-wheel-drive vehicles, import vehicles, and light trucks.

The Orion Motor Tech 5pc Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal Kit (BL06) is the best all-in-one ball joint puller and tie rod end remover we've tested. Its hardened alloy steel handle and wide jaws make it able to easily remove even the most stubborn of ball joints, tie rod ends, and pitman arms. The kit also comes with a conical pitman arm puller, a pitman arm puller, and a tie rod end puller, so you'll always have the right tool for the job. The Orion Motor Tech 5pc Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal Kit (BL06) comes with a custom-molded ABS case that holds all your tools in one organized and secure place. Never miss out on a job or project from a misplaced tool. With all the tools, handle, case, and carrying case included in the Orion Motor Tech 5pc Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal Kit (BL06), you'll have all the tools you will ever need to repair your front end.

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Astro Pneumatic Tool 7865 Ball Joint Service Tool with 4-wheel Drive Adapters

Astro Pneumatic Tool 7865 Ball Joint Tool Service with 4-wheel Drive Adapters

by Astro Pneumatic Tool Company

Blow molded case for easy storage and transport

The Astro Pneumatic Tool 7865 Ball Joint Service Tool is our best pick for heavy-duty service on large vehicles such as trucks and SUVs. It's ideal for removing and installing ball joints, universal joints, and truck brake anchor pins, and removing and replacing broken or corroded parts. The set includes four ball joint service kits for use in 1967-Current 2-1/4, 2-3/4, and 1-3/4-ton Jeeps, Ford, GM, Dodge, and IHC trucks. The kits include 4-wheel drive adapters for Dana 30 and Dana 44 front axles. The adapters fit all 1967-Current 1/2 and 3/4-ton 4WD vehicles having the Dana 30 or 44 front axle. The press is heavy and made of forged steel, and the four adapters and ball joint service kits are sturdy as well. The adapters fit securely and firmly, and the ball joint service kits make the job much easier. The press has thick rubber pads that cushion the sockets, and the sockets slide easily into place, so servicing the ball joints on large vehicles is much easier than on smaller vehicles. The press is easy to set up and take down, and the tools are all stored conveniently in the carrying case. The set also comes with installation instructions and a set of ball joint service charts. The press and its service kits are definitely not cheap, but they are well worth it.

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Orion Motor Tech 5-in-1 Ball Joint Separator, Pitman Arm Puller, Tie Rod End Tool Set for Front End Service, Splitter Removal Kit (RD06)

Orion Motor Tech Ball 5-in-1 Joint Separator

by Orion Motor Tech

UNIVERSALLY COMPATIBLE WITH A WIDE RANGE OF VEHICLES: The versatile design allows this tool to be used as a pitman arm remover, ball joint separator, or tie rod end puller for many small, domestic rear-wheel-drive vehicles, import vehicles, and light trucks.

These versatile, all-in-one tools remove and replace ball joints, tie rod ends, pitman arms, and more. They have hardened steel construction with a ball joint separator, tie rod end tool, conical pitman arm puller, and a pitman arm puller with a 9.5-inch handle. The tools are housed in a custom-molded ABS case, which has two molded-in compartments for organizing tools by vehicle make or model. Assembling the tools is easy; just snap the handles together, insert the ball joint tool into the socket, and tighten. The pullers are especially easy to use. Simply pull the arm, thread the tool's metal strap over the arm, and use a wrench to tighten the strap. When the job is done, the tools are easy to remove and store in the molded case. The tools do an excellent job removing ball joints, tie rods, and pitman arms, and they can remove even the toughest of parts. However, the tie rod end tool is unnecessarily difficult to use, and the manual is confusing and poorly written.

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