How do I remove the universal joint that connects the end of the tie rod to the hub assembly. I unthreaded my tie-rod, and removed the cotter pin, nut, and washer that holds my universal joint to the hub assembly. the universal joint is threaded at least partly I know cause of the nut with the cotter pin that screws on to the top of the universal joint, but then the bottom is just the "swiveling eyebolt" that connects to the tie-rod. So before I go and try to get it out, I was wondering how to go about it. Just use a plastic mallet and pop it out???

Thanks for any help!!

 

You should use a tie-rod fork. You can probably get one on loan (with a deposit) or just buy it from a auto parts store.

 

What he said, dont go banging on it with a hammer unless you want to mess up the threads.

 

I ordered a new universal joint for it cause I bent the stock one slightly, so messing up the threads getting it out wouldn't really matter much. Then I just tap the new one in there with the hard plastic mallet??