Well after doing some considerable research I was able to discover that the force required to press in lower and upper ball joints ranges from 20-50 kilonewtons. One Kn equals approximately 224.81 lbs. So, a force of 5620-11240 pounds: say 2.81-5.62 tons. However, the key is to apply the force slowly and uniformly over the incident surface.

Hope this information is helpful.

Cheers!

 

That means that Reverend Sam's new 12 ton press is going to work!

Waiting on the video!

 

I need to finish the drywall in the garage first. My baby has been having to sleep on the cold driveway because there's no room in the garage. It should be done tomorrow.

 

Maybe set up for a little side business of pressing Jag suspension parts for members?