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[dave72cutlass]

good afternoon. I am new and hope I can exchange helpful information.
My current challenge is tightening a nut on a ball joint. the bolt turns with the nut and there is no way to reach the back of the bolt to hold it, HELP

 

[larry4406]

Welcome aboard!

Sorry can’t help with your current project.

 

[like2wheel]

good afternoon. I am new and hope I can exchange helpful information.
My current challenge is tightening a nut on a ball joint. the bolt turns with the nut and there is no way to reach the back of the bolt to hold it, HELP

Try tapping or use a pry bar to wedge it tighter in the taper.
An impact gun would help if there room but be careful not to overtighten

Welcome
Nice car

 

[Dadillac]

Most ball joints that I have dealt with have a hex or allen/torx end to hold while turning the nut. May want to check to see if yours has that. Welcome

Don

 

[HOTFR8]

Welcome to the GJ.

May I suggest you update your profile with your location as in future you may find that helps. Specially given this is a very global forum. Often you will find subjects may get different answers depending on locations and regulations.