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2006 Lexus RX330 220K km, local city driving most of its lifetime. regular routine maintenance.

Preventive maintenance:Ball Joint

Last year I had noticed the leaking grease sign around ball joint when did engine oil change.


Brought a pair of MOOG ball joint and know later it is Made in Korea


Stuck castle nut and rusty cotter pin, 6-Point 19mm open end wrench can not break it free even with a hammer

Use reciprocating saw and chisel break it apart with effort.


Mod a universal ball joint separator



Perfect fit and press ball joint out




New one installed


Factory Ball Joint just has some grease leaking but no play, not too loose not too tight.


Not sure how long MOOG will last but time will tell.

Have fun!