OTC 6007 Lower Control Arm Prying Tool

This is tough as nails. When I got it I couldn't quite figure it out. I knew I would need a pry bar but it didn't come with instructions. The first attempt at using it, the technical mind kicked in immediately and it was simple and effective. Get a long pry bar, strong rod or pipe at least 1.5 times the length of the lower control arm. Instructions: 1. Remove ball joint nut (or slacken if you don't have space) and free up ball joint stud from steering knuckle by your regular method. 2. Hang the hook on the lower control arm (the hole should be below. the side you choose will depend on the shape of the arm to gain more leverage but it will work on either side if you complete the 3rd step properly). 3. Pass your pry bar (or any strong bar/pipe) through the hole. 4. Ensure the other end of the pry bar connects properly with the inned part of the lower control arm, so it won't slip. 5. Pry downward on the handle of pry bar until the ball joint stud is out of the steering knuckle.. (If there was not enough space to remove the ball joint nut before, back it off, all the way at this step, until you can push the control arm down enough.) 6. Pull/push steering knuckle away from ball joint while maintaining a downward force on the pry bar. When reinstalling the arm to the steering knuckle, follow steps 2 to 5. It's a one-man job and there's no more slipping! I was going to buy the other tool that's very long and many times more expensive but I decided to try this first. Buy it!

Very strong

This prying tool is so simple yet so effective . Making prying lower control arms easy and hassle free. Needs to be in every technicians tool box

Simple idea but to works well. Will last a lifetime.

Excellent for hard to get to control arms

Wanted to give it some time before reviewing to test how well made it is. Despite using it hundreds of times, it’s still in great shape, so no issues to complain about. The price was right and it was packaged decently when we got it. Recommended!

Gets the job done

This is a great item that helps out with ball joints. Every scenario calls for a different solution, this is a great helper, use a large prybar to help you. The tool won't work on all situations but it's definitely good to have in the tool box

Strong material but you still have to apply some WD40 or degreaser or rust penetration for the best result. Overall I’m happy with this item.

Muy fácil de usar

Every tech needs one, for the price this is an absolute must have so simple yet soo damn effective! You won’t regret getting it.

Works great, used with a 5 foot pry bar, a lot quicker than wrapping a chain around the control arm. Only thing is it is a little small for large pry bars, certain brands won't fit but hasn't been an issue for what I have used

Love this little tool, very useful and quick. I unfortunately lost it at work and will most likely buy another one if it doesnt turn up in the next little bit. Just makes life so much easier pulling on control arms.