You have to change the upper control arm.
the whole upper control arm has to be replaced.it is not that expensive of a part but you will need an alignment afterward.
Part Of Upper Control Arm
To change the upper ball joint in a 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII, first, safely lift and support the vehicle on jack stands. Remove the wheel and tire, then detach the brake caliper and rotor to access the upper control arm. Unscrew the upper ball joint from the control arm and the steering knuckle, replace it with the new joint, and reassemble all components in reverse order. Always ensure to torque all fasteners to manufacturer specifications and have the alignment checked afterward.
u can't just change the upper ball joint, u have to change the whole upper control arm. It is welded to the arm in one piece.
To replace the upper control arm on a 2000 Lincoln LS, start by safely lifting and securing the vehicle on jack stands, then remove the front wheel. Disconnect the upper control arm from the chassis and the ball joint from the steering knuckle, using a socket set and possibly a ball joint separator if needed. Once the old control arm is removed, install the new one by reversing the removal steps, ensuring all bolts are torqued to the manufacturer's specifications. Finally, reattach the wheel and lower the vehicle.
To replace the upper ball joint on a 1992 Acura Vigor, start by lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel for access. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle and any associated components, then remove the ball joint retaining nut. Use a ball joint separator or a suitable tool to detach the ball joint from the control arm, and replace it with a new one, ensuring proper alignment. Reassemble all components, torque the fasteners to the manufacturer's specifications, and reinstall the wheel.
To replace the upper ball joint in a 2006 GMC Envoy, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Disconnect the sway bar link and unbolt the upper control arm from the knuckle. Press out the old ball joint using a ball joint separator tool, then install the new ball joint in reverse order. Finally, reassemble everything, ensuring all bolts are torqued to manufacturer specifications.
To replace the upper control arm on a 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the front wheel for better access. Disconnect the ball joint by removing its nut, and then detach the upper control arm from the frame by removing the bolts that secure it. Once the old control arm is out, install the new one by reversing the removal process, ensuring all bolts are torqued to the manufacturer specifications. Finally, reattach the wheel and lower the vehicle.
To replace the upper ball joint on a 1994 Isuzu pickup, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Disconnect the brake line and remove any components obstructing access to the upper control arm, such as the shock absorber or sway bar link. Use a ball joint separator tool to detach the ball joint from the control arm, then remove the retaining bolts and replace the old ball joint with a new one. Reassemble the components in reverse order, ensuring everything is securely tightened.
you will probably need a ball joint press and a splitter
If it's coming out of a crimp joint, replace it. If it comes from a removable connection, replace the "o" rings. Glenn
You will need to replace the upper control arm. My research has determined it is not possible to purchase the ball joint seperately. If you do happen to find the ball joint you will have to press the old one out of the control arm which can be a real pain. Autozone has a tool to do it with but I am opting to just change the control arm so the bushing are also new. Moog Part number for the Upper Ball Joint is K80008. This is WITHOUT the control arm. Changing the control may prove to be easier but will most likely be a dealer item.