Yeah, Volvo 740s are a breeze, knock the control arm off and take out two bolts, you're done.

Is the ball joint on the lower control arm or the steering knuckle? I dont' remember. If on the control arm, yes you need an internal (Klann) type spring compressor. with it, this is an easy job. without it, you risk killing yourself when the spring pops out.

Peter

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1972 220D ?? miles
1988 300E 200,012
1987 300D Turbo killed 9/25/07, 275,000 miles
1985 Volvo 740 GLE Turobodiesel 218,000
1972 280 SE 4.5 165, 000 - It runs!