Jeep Cherokee Ball Joint Replacement- By a Girl!

[@Whokikat]

she's done more work on a truck/car/bus/van than 98% of the guys out there. you guys know who you are! a job well done!

[@kerrywood8979]

I'm a professional mechanic. I love to see women willing to get their hands dirty like this and learn how to work on their vehicles. Can't tell you how much money I've saved in my life by not being afraid to tackle projects on my own whether it is working on cars or anything else. So many people out there have no desire to learn how to be self sufficient and rely on someone else for most of the stuff they need in life. I know a lot of guys who wouldn't tackle stuff like this not because they are stupid, more like they are just too damn lazy to do it themselves OR they are too afraid they will "mess something up". Like my Dad used to say: "you will never learn anything being afraid to do it yourself, pick up a wrench and stop being a wuss". When I was a kid, we didn't have youtube or the internet. Today, there is tons of information on how to do just about anything you want. Most of my male friends could learn a lot from a lady like this.

[@moparguy4524]

I respect a woman who's not afraid to get her hands dirty. Full respect 👩‍🔧

[@WilliamSmith-dc2yg]

still have lots of respect although your video Skip's lots of the good stuff getting those hub assemblies out pressing the ball joints out actually pressing the ball joints back in

[@pnolans]

I find your videos to be very well done. And I'm still old-fashioned (being over 60) enough to be impressed by a woman working on a car or truck with as much knowledge as you display. Very well done on both counts. Thanks for making the effort to do such high-quality videos.

[@kurtjohnson9751]

Love it a lady who isn't afraid to get her hands dirty and knows what she's talking about Great Job!!!!!

[@ChickBuilt]

Kurt Johnson Thank you! :)

[@dh7164]

Lots of respect. I was surprised how much work was required to replace the ball joint. And yeah, stating fastener head sizes as you go makes this video a cut above the average.

[@dirtydstring2647]

WOW ! very very nice job. My daughters both wrench on their own jeeps. and I am very very proud of you for getting down and dirty. Love the pink sockets too !! As a Dad this has got to be one of the coolest things ive ever seen on you tube . thanks for sharing . and getting your un gloved hands dirty. !!

[@crbourret]

Awesome job! You would make any father proud! I have been teaching my 13 year old how to work on our Harley and Jeep, oil changes, spark plugs, basic stuff for now. It's great time spent together!!

[@rollingonhome]

Hey there, thanks for the video. I replaced my front ball joints using your video as a guide. Only took me 3 weeks to get it done, a little bit at a time, but it happened. Appreciate the guidance.

[@joezbackwith2gatz]

Job well done... Thanks for taking the time to make this video... It's like I always say... Let's all learn from each other...

[@ChickBuilt]

Thank you very much, and I couldn't agree with you more! :)

[@BeagleFanatic1]

Fantastic to see a young lady taking the time to learn how to, and share her knowledge on a basic car repair. I wish that more young people, both men and women, would take the time to learn how to properly maintain and repair their own vehicles.

[@MichaelWalkerWV2SC]

Two things: First, thank you for telling the sizes of sockets and wrenches needed. Also, I only needed to install a new upper with a 1.5 degree offset to correct a camber issue so I did not want to remove a fairly new lower in the process. The way you situate the C clamp was something I had not thought of. Thank you!

[@handytalky80]

Another great vid...I did the whole front end on my 2000 XJ before me and my kids went on our 3 week vacation out west...Glad I did it..Good times, love the mountains. To bad Wisconsin does not have any...

[@jjgengibirra4065]

Congratulations, a girl that puts hands in the grease and repairs its own vehicle! Have my respect!

[@1Darrel]

Thank you seriously as a novice DIY mechanic I was a bit apprehensive to work on my own truck before watching this video but seeing how easy it is I feel more comfortable doing it myself instead of paying shop prices

[@JW-le9ru]

Great job ! I was just looking to see how difficult the process was and now you have encouraged me to do the same job.

[@tomlally8561]

Seriously knowing what socket sizes I need on the way in makes you my hero!

[@sincitydude7296]

Great video and kudos to you. I love seeing a woman that's not afraid to get her hands dirty and do the work herself. Nice job! Mark.

[@tomhinkle3551]

Thanks for the video! My 98 just started it's "death wobble" and found the ball joints were bad. This just made my day a whole lot easier. Now I'm off to by new tools to do it. Thanks again!!!

[@1ridervfr]

Impressive! You did'nt even break a sweat! Enjoyed watching you handle those tools, your excellent.

[@ChickBuilt]

Thank you! Camera angle and lighting will make it appear that I didn't break a sweat. In all actuality, this came apart pretty easily which surprised me! I've had a few battles with getting the hub assembly free on other jeeps. Thanks for watching! :)

[@dddsza]

Wow! That was a fantastic video, thank you. I love how you let us know exactly what size everything is and didn't cut out any steps.

[@fhionnsgarage4770]

HELLZ YEA!!!! So glad to see another girl who works on her own vehicle. I have always built my own vehicles since I was 15. Awesome hun, keep it up!

[@NoxxZema]

Great video, very well done. Thanks. And the socket sizes, priceless.

[@nlesiak3]

no gloves and hair not pulled back, baller!

[@syrusvapor]

Nice work! Need to replace my upper on my WJ. I always check KZbin nowadays to make sure I know what I'm getting into. Your vid is definitely one of the better ones.

[@ChickBuilt]

Thanks so much! My goal is to have clear, concise, and informative videos so that anyone can feel confident in making their own repairs. :) Thanks for watching!

[@AUTOREPAIRGUIDE]

As a mechanic, i gotta say, you are good!

[@Scote001Jeep]

like a boss !

[@ChickBuilt]

+Jeffrey826 Thank you!! :)

[@mikeanderson2404]

I didnt see any comments but I sure enjoyed the video. Well done and explained quite well for me to try. THANKS

[@deandre79101]

I was checking to see what I was in for doing my girlfriend's joints tomorrow, thanks to your video she will be helping.

[@ChickBuilt]

That's awesome! I'm glad to hear that she will take part in the process. It's empowering for a woman to know her way around a vehicle! I hope the repair goes smoothly. Thanks for watching! :)

[@Drkjedi2006]

Thanks for the video, I'm getting ready to replace the ball joints on the passenger side of my 92 XJ and your video will be tremendously helpful. Plus I love the way you explain clearly as you work, even my father has a difficult time doing that. ChickBuilt is my new favorite subscription! Beautiful and Mechanically Inclined, the perfect combination

[@ChickBuilt]

***** Thanks so much! I appreciate your comment and viewership! :)

[@Drkjedi2006]

You're welcome, although I have to say, I wish you had been there to help me out. It took me almost 5 hours just to get the lower ball joint out. Apparently it had been there since it rolled off the factory floor 22 years ago....ugh what a nite

[@edgardofranco2012]

Air tools are awesome they make anything easy as hell

[@blacksmith1770]

You rock, thanks for your video. You saved me a lot of time, frustration and money,

[@peebee984]

I just feel in love lol I dig the purple socket

[@ChickBuilt]

pee bee I have to be girly somehow! Lol

[@peebee984]

your to much the world needs more babes like you. it looks like you did your track bar tierod end recently as well.

[@ChickBuilt]

pee bee Lol. Thank you! And I sure did. Before I had the notion of filming the nearly constant repairs I make of course. It's a jeep thing! :)

[@peebee984]

Tell me about it, Im waiting on a urinate bushing kit and a 2" Rubicon budget boost longer track bar and sway bar link ends. What part of Main are you in? York Beach has been becoming a tradition for me as of late.

[@battlestarone]

and not one swear word to be heard,great vid,did mine ages ago not a hard job bt i would but a little heat on the hub bolts then soak them to free them up,never force any thing to much,,,a 1mtr master bar also saves who load of swear words and a torque wrench also set to spec....its a learning curve,,,,great vid.!!!!

[@gregcraven984]

Great explanation of the procedure , good job girl!! wow we need more like you

[@andrewerickson7962]

Awesome work id be glad to have you on the trail

[@ChickBuilt]

Thank you!

[@M5verdriver]

I have been waking my wife up to this video everyday so that she grows up to be like you... Haha jk... Awesome detailed video and glad to see that women are also enjoying working on their Jeeps... Cannot be sexist when working on your own vehicle, keep up the good work, proud to have woman like you in America.

[@robertbrown3540]

I usually don't leave comments, but you go girl

[@ChickBuilt]

Robert Brown Thank you Robert! :)

[@rudyfranco8662]

Ashley is the bomb very clean video

[@vladix750]

Amazing. I did not believe that such girls still exist. Well explained.

[@holton345]

My wife and I (49 and 46) do all our own work on our 2003 TJ and a lot of the work on our 2013 JK. I got bit by the home mechanic bug a few times in the past, but it never really stuck; I did it because I had to but then lost interest. The TJ we owned for nine years (2003 SE) threw a rod and punched a hole through the block, and I needed a new daily driver right away. We ended up buying another TJ that was exactly the same, even the color. (2003 Sport) It was inexpensive but very beat. However we needed a vehicle right then and had very little money. So we limped it home and had to do lots of major work right away. We have been cannibalizing the nicer stuff from the dead one into the running one for the past year now (hood, tailgate, fenders, doors, roll bar, seats, grille, etc.) and have done some major work to the replacement. (Our first project was to replace the entire cooling system, including the heater core, fan clutch, water pump, radiator - all of it.) My wife did not enjoy the work much at first, though because I needed it to get to work she hung in there and helped me as much as she could. As we have purchased better (and more!) tools and I have become a better mechanic my wife has become very interested in helping more. We have watched lots of videos on all the front end stuff we are about to do. Your video seems to have lit a fire under her butt to take a much more active role than merely handing me stuff and holding things for me. I think I just might see her doing one side of the TJ by herself (U joint, ball joints, unit bearing, pads and rotor) with me being the hander and holder for once! Thanks for your excellent video. You may have just pushed her over the edge into doing this stuff on her own initiative. Looking forward to your future videos. Subscribed!

[@jamescorless9000]

love your vids Ashley. they come in handy when I'm working on my 91' xj

[@AlfredoRodriguez-jf4no]

Ashley thanks for the video it was great and you made it so easy that even a knuckle head like me did it and i fixed it ... again thank you and keep up the good work , hey the camera work was great

[@175IQLOSERS]

Jeep Girls Rock... That's all their is to it...!! Good job..!!

[@MrGarrobo12]

Just fell in love... so beautiful and not to mention so smart and informative

[@IamStanAlto]

Great video! Appreciate the tutorial. Going to go at my first one today!

[@fredvandine671]

Awesome and informative video. I have been watching a few of yours and to me they are the best with all the information I need to fix my Jeep. Thank you for taking the time to make and post them.

[@lelandeggleston1041]

I am raising my little girl to be just like you, thank you for being awesome.

[@haileyzworld1]

Sweet great job !!!! We have a 97 G/C 4x4 it seems as if the lower driver side b/j has gone bad. Very informative Cheer's..

[@AhmedKhan-jf4tq]

Very good and easy explanation and without proud

[@nickdrago5893]

Good job. Now I know how to do ball joints. I agree with Joe Tactical, lets all learn from each other.

[@meowMago]

Great video, great girl! The next is expected!!!

[@Krillekris]

You really know your ways around cars. Great job young lady :-)

[@rheidtech]

Holy schnikies. A girl that doesnt mind getting her hands dirty. Speechlesss. Much respect. Peace.

[@markpedid8825]

R HEIDEMAN not only that ,she didn't even where gloves...... like most of the sissy guys out there......great job......

[@rheidtech]

Yes sir...

[@equesadava]

Excellent video ! Thanks for let me know how to do it, however I will do my mechanic do it for me !! You Rock !

[@GeraldThomasphotojunkie]

Bravo!! You go girl! Great job!

[@JorgeInTheTube]

Hey girl, I wish I had a friend like you around. You put many of my friends to shame. ;-P. Not to mention, you have better tools than even myself... :-) I have to do the ball joints on mine (96 Laredo). Just bought them today (10/4/14). This will help a TON; course, I wish you were in Corona CA so I can borrow your tools. ;-D. Thanks for the demo!

[@ChickBuilt]

Thanks for the comment and view! I'm lucky to have acquired what I do have for tools. Once upon a time I was extremely limited on choices. And I put most of my own guy friends to shame as well. Lol ;)

[@dmerced257]

Awesome and well explained unlike some of the half drunk guys out there

[@ChickBuilt]

dmerced257 Thank you so much! I'm always hopeful that my videos will be useful. :)

[@claudiotobar184]

I LOVE this vid! useful, nice to see, nice to hear

[@chrisgonzalez4119]

much respect..very impressed...Thanks for making this

[@scombes7118]

Love how you explain everything in plain english. I just wish you had tied back that beautiful head of hair, don't want it to get caught in anything and makes it easier to see what your doing. Great video!

[@JSJneo]

Thanks for the vid. I will be attempting to do my own here shortly.

[@petiewheatstraw8537]

My kinda girl. Nothing like a girl showing me up! Thanks for the video!

[@AOT-offroad]

You are awesome I hope my little Ashley grows up to be a wrench'r

[@ChickBuilt]

+All Out Throttle Thanks so much! I'm sure if you start her off early, she'll be a wonderful mechanic! It's all about what they grow up learning! :)

[@RaisingAwesome]

Great video. This applies to a lot of Jeeps & Dodge up through the years, So, it will help thousands. One thing, though...I know you've heard this before...be sure to protect those eyes when adding energy and force. It happens in a split second and lasts a life time.

[@greasemonkey9329]

Hey Ash, great work darlin'. That was a hell of a lot more professional and explanatory than a lot of male mechanics i've seen. Keep up the good work. :-)

[@tomallen3605]

Was that a pink socket I saw putting the hub back on at 6:48?

[@crazy8sdrums]

Good how-to video! A recommendation...gloves can be your best friend while wrenching...

[@michaelshea380]

yeah this is pretty awesome ...she got it going on for sure

[@tystange3]

damn! nothing better than a beautiful woman working on her own stuff! how is there not a ring on her!?! oh by the way thanks for the tip!! helped out a lot!

[@justinmojica1977]

You did a Great job, overall I'd give you a 10 out of 10. But just keep in record one thing. 1. Always tighten your bolts of the suspension with a TORQUE Wrench. It's very important you do that for every Auto job; If you don't know your Jeep's tightening specification sequence, you can either... 1. Call your dealership. 2. Check your owner's Manual or... 3. Call your local Auto parts store such as Advance Auto Parts, Auto zone, Pep=Boys, etc. Also, Don't forget to always decompress your Piston Gear on the Brake's Caliper. I'm sure you know how to do that.

[@ChickBuilt]

Justin Mojica Thank you! I did tighten everything down to spec, I just didn't include that in the video. This was the first video that I've done, future videos will have that info as well. :) Thanks for the comment and watching!

[@justinmojica1977]

Your welcome.

[@richwright6290]

Hi Ashley! I have to say a big thanks for your video, I have been looking for videos on how to do this and yours is by far the most clear, informative and well shot video. now I can get to work on both sides, upper and lower, on my '96 ZJ. One question though if you get the time to answer :-) what are the torque settings for each section? I can't find that info anywhere?! Rich

[@justinniemeyer659]

When you're tightening down factory bolts, i would highly recommend using a torque wrench and torquing to factory specifics. Always makes feel a bit better knowing that that i got them tight enough to were they need to be. Im sure the impact probably tightened them enough, but its just a suggestion!

[@ChickBuilt]

Justin Niemeyer Hi Justin! I did torque them all down to spec, I just didn't include that in the video. This is the first "how to" that I've done, so future vids will include that info. Thanks! :)

[@justinniemeyer659]

Awesome! i watched your other video on the wheel bearing and you mentioned that to torque everything back down. That was after i had already posted the my comment. It turned into one of those "Can't turn back now moments"

[@jacobhancock6987]

Very helpful video!

[@ixolib64]

Silly boys....jeeps are for girls....LOL Seriously, great video and very informative. I just bought a 2000 Grand Cherokee Laredo and have a bit of wobble in both front and back suspension. Plan on going thru all ball joints and bushings gradually at a time. This will help out immensely. Thanks for posting.

[@Logjam5]

Good video, thanks for posting.

[@bkodiak73]

Impressive.Seems like you have done that a time or two.You didn't cuss like I did when I had to do that.

[@fixit4u73]

Im in love...very cool.

[@cw300mag]

A good looking one at that. :-) I said alot of bad words when i did upper and lower on my ford.

[@raynoor24]

Great video, the only thing I would suggest is that you add the torque settings as well.

[@allankuehl]

Impressed I know man that can do mechanical work. Great job. I would let you work on my truck. And that is ment as a compliment.

[@ChickBuilt]

Thanks Allan! :) I appreciate the compliment! I'd work on your vehicle any time. :)

[@allankuehl]

Don't tease. She's a big girl. 3/4 ton chevy suburban with a diesel engine. She's keeps me on my toes.

[@ChickBuilt]

No teasing. I've worked in a Chevy dealership for many years now. I'm pretty sure I know my way around a Burb. :)

[@allankuehl]

Wow and how are you with diesels?

[@ChickBuilt]

I am very familiar with them actually. Haven't yet had the pleasure of owning my own yet though. :)

[@rockymountainjeeplife]

Great video!

[@SilkytheSamuraiNinja]

Great Video! Thank you.

[@derrickj.2915]

Awesome job!!! Very informative Vid......

[@comanchefun1612]

More videos!!!! Go Jeep power!! 1988 MJ

[@lane9043]

ive heard the lower ball joint is a mad pain, do you have any advice on how best to press that in ?

[@davidbirch9969]

You're very talented, I hope you make a profession out of it. Maybe diesel engines? There's endless opportunities! I have a 99 XJ and it seems like there's always something to work on haha. Hope to see more videos on your Cherokee. :)

[@ChickBuilt]

Thank you very much! This is actually a side profession now. I've dabbled with diesels but I'm not 100% on them. I'm more familiar with CAT engines than any other diesel. Cherokees always have some type of fail! It's a Jeep thing. :) Have a great day!

[@AppalachianFMJ]

What brand ball joint did you and how have they held up so far?

[@izzynutz2000]

that was badass girlfriend keep up the good work

[@conservativetexan2289]

new subscriber! well explained thank you

[@ChickBuilt]

+nick Yanez Thank you so much! More videos coming in the near future!

[@williamj1969]

GREAT JOB!!!!!

[@SteveVose]

Excellect!

[@ChickBuilt]

Thanks!!! :)

[@MiguelgZanchez]

you are awesome, you did a great job, you "re a goodinspiration for my daughters thanks to make this great video.

[@nestorantoniopalma]

Awesome job. 😍

[@gabrielapalma518]

Great job! 😊

[@xxwhiteravenxx2138]

men I just fell in love with this girl she know what she is doing youre not going to find girls like her now in this day the bitches from now they not even get there hans dirty like this beautiful princes. GIRL I am impressed and my admiration and respect

[@keithld5022]

Great vid!

[@mikecraft5851]

Super video!!

[@alaorjr9515]

lovely girl, great job!