Hi all,

I'm in the process of rebuilding my Chevy 3100 1/2 ton pickup front end. I've already completed the suspension. Now I'm working on the steering items. I have a new tie rod with modern ends. I have a new drag link as well. All the ball studs were egg-shaped, so since I have new parts I will change out the ball studs to the post style with a nut on the bottom. This truck will stay mostly original.

So, my question is how hard is it to remove the ball stud off the Pitman arm? What is the process to remove the arm? Then I assume I grind the peened over side down and drill out to remove the ball stud?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Doug

Last edited by Challenger Pilot; 11/03/2023 11:14 PM. Reason: Clarity
1953 Chevy 3100 1/2 Ton Pickup

Doug