removing lower control arm at the knuckle

[sunliner]

I am really missing something here...trying to loosen the lower front control arm so I can replace the bracket. plan is to let the arm pivot on the strut. I have the ball joint stud loose but can't get it all the way out because it's hitting part of the knuckle (see pic) before the stud clears the hole. gotta be something simple...but I've never done this job before. hints?

 

[coolasice]

I am really missing something here...trying to loosen the lower front control arm so I can replace the bracket. plan is to let the arm pivot on the strut. I have the ball joint stud loose but can't get it all the way out because it's hitting part of the knuckle (see pic) before the stud clears the hole. gotta be something simple...but I've never done this job before. hints?View attachment 90907

Need to disconnect upper ball joint so the assembly can tip out before removing lower.

 

[sunliner]

Need to disconnect upper ball joint so the assembly can tip out before removing lower.

ok...that makes sense. gotta do the upper arm anyway, so that fits into the overal scheme. thanks