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1. Is it safe enough to put a separate jack under the spring to keep it compressed.
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That's the procedure specified in the MB service manual.
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2. How hard is it to remove the steering knuckle after unbolting the upper & lower ball joints? Do I need to use a spreader or does it just fall out?
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It won't "just fall out." You will need a separator. NAPA sells a nice lever type. You can also use a tie rod puller on the upper joint.
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3. Does the upper joint get destroyed in step (2)?
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Not if you use the right tool.
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4. Should I suck it up and pay the local MB mechanic $250 for this job?
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How are you going to press the new joint in? That's the hard part.